Assistant Librarian – Operations

Enabler

5 to 8 years

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job Description

Knowledge Resource Centre

Knowledge Resource Centre (KRC) is a network of people and libraries and its aim is to enable knowledge exchange within and outside the Azim Premji Foundation. The University library, which is part of KRC, has the primary objective of catering to the information and knowledge needs of University Students, Faculty, Scholars and civil society partners of the University.

Qualification & Experience
Masters in Library and Information Science
Five years’ experience in a reputed research or academic institution in India.
Relevant exposure or experience in working with voluntary organizations, government and other purely non-academic institutions (Desirable)

Job Description
To support the overall development of the library.
To make a strategic plan to acquire collections through purchases and special acquisitions both in Print on paper as well e-resources.
Skills on negotiation with vendors and publishers for library resources.




To plan and conduct tailor-made workshops for users.
To provide research support services to the user community.
Overall knowledge of IT systems including familiarity with library IT packages and systems.
To develop the library’s on-line presence to promote the service and collections.
Working knowledge of LMS software (Koha), digital library software’s (DSpace and EPrints).

Abilities, Skills, and Knowledge
General knowledge of roles & responsibilities in all academic/Community library services.
Evidence of ongoing career development, participation, and contributions (preferred).
Willing to take current initiatives voluntarily or/and on the requirement by the university.
Working knowledge in the Archives (desirable)
Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written

More Info
Department: Enabler
Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Years of Experience: 5 - 8 years

📌 Assistant Librarian – Operations Bengaluru
🏢 Azim Premji Foundation
📍 Bengaluru