Job Vacancy: Library Assistant
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Organization: Economic Commission for Africa (ECA)
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Deadline: Dec 29, 2023
Job Description:
ECA is on a mission to empower and transform Africa, guided by the 2030 SDGs and Agenda 2063. Join us as a Library Assistant, contributing to the dissemination of knowledge and information in alignment with ECA's strategic directions.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the acquisition of resources meeting organizational information needs.
- Contribute to cataloging operations using international bibliographic standards.
- Support the development of library policies and maintenance of metadata standards.
- Maintain relevant databases, ensuring accuracy and currency of data.
- Initiate claims, manage serials collection, and obtain updated materials for research requests.
- Provide technical support to library patrons in identifying information resources.
- Prepare and maintain web pages, including the design and production of the Knowledge Services subsite.
- Assist in the development and marketing of knowledge services and resources.
- Support library digitization operations and manage library accounts.
- Coordinate training of junior support staff and assist with data analysis and presentations.
Competencies:
- Professionalism in library operations, editorial standards, and cataloging.
- Client orientation with a focus on meeting clients' needs.
- Technological awareness, keeping abreast of applicable technology.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Job-Specific Qualification:
Not available.
Work Experience:
- Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible experience in library work, archives, or information network administration.
- Experience with troubleshooting Integrated Library Management System is desirable.
- Experience with the development of Libguides and library marketing materials is desirable.
Languages:
Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French is desirable. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Assessment:
Evaluation may include an assessment exercise followed by a competency-based interview.
Special Notice:
- This position is subject to local recruitment.
- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and periodic reassignments.
- The UN is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance; female candidates are encouraged to apply.
- The UN places importance on geographic diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.
UN Considerations:
Candidates must uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. The UN does not consider candidates with violations of international human rights law, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. The UN promotes a diverse and inclusive environment.
Application:
*Note: The UN does not charge any fee during the recruitment process.*
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