Machakos University is an academic institution committed in transmitting knowledge, skills and attitude through science, Technology and Innovation for the benefit of humanity. VISION STATEMENT A preferred University of Scholarly Excellence MISSION STATEMENT Provide scholarly education through Training, Research and Innovation for Industrial and socio-economic transformation of our communities.

MKsU/DUL/ 03/23

Applicant should meet the following requirements:

• An earned Master’s degree in Information Science/ Library Science and served as a Deputy Head of University Library for three (3) years as Senior Librarian Grade 13 or equivalent.
• Membership to a relevant professional body.
• An earned Ph.D. degree will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities.

• Overall planning, administration and management of Library service.
• Developing, implementing and monitoring policies, strategies, procedures and work plans.
•  Manage selection, acquisition, organization and dissemination of Library resources and services.
• Promotion and marketing of Library services.
• Developing services for physically and visually impaired.
• Ensuring that the Library meets the needs of precise groups of users including Post Graduate Students and Persons Living with Disability.
• Ensuring different Library systems and services function effectively.
• Participation in capacity building and mentorship of Library staff.
• Working in collaboration with schools to develop and implement Information Literacy Program.
• Planning, coordinating and assigning duties and responsibilities to Library staff.
• Monitoring Library procedures in accordance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements.
• Keeping abreast with emerging Library and information trends and especially on Knowledge management.
• Promoting and developing local and international partnerships for the benefit of the Library.
• Monitoring and evaluation of Library services.