LIBRARY TECHNICAL ASSISTANT

Reporting to the Technical Services Librarian, the Library Technical Assistant supports daily operations by accessioning library print and multimedia resources, tattle-tapping of all new physical resources, stamping new books, spine marking, shelving and allocating tasks to students on the Work Study Programme.

Desired Attributes:

• A National Certificate in Library and Information Science obtained from a recognized and accredited institution.
• A minimum of five (5) Ordinary Level passes, including English Language.
• Minimum of two (2) years working experience in an academic library
• Experience in using online public access catalogues (OPAC)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and related productivity tools)
• Experience in a higher education environment is an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer-focused with a service-oriented mindset
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to work both independently and within a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in managing the Library’s Accessions Register for new books
• Records new books in the Accessions register
• Provides security through tattle-tapping of all new physical resources
• Physical processing of all Library resources
• Spine marking and stamping of new Library physical resources
• Sorting and sensitising books for shelving
• Identifies and lists torn books for repair/binding
• Assists in creating bindery lists
• Allocates tasks to students on the Work Study Programme
• Participates in stocktakes and collects data for usage statistics
• Clears reading desks, shelving and shelf reading of library books
• Assists clients to locate library resources from bookshelves
• Performs any other duties as assigned

How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification (ID/Passport & birth certificate), and a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) including full personal particulars: full name, place and date of birth, qualifications, date of availability, contact details, and the names and addresses of three referees. The application pack should be sent as a single PDF file clearly stating ‘‘Library Technical Assistant’’ in the subject line to the email address: careers@africau.edu by no later than 1400 hours on Friday, 20 March, 2026. Applicants should clearly indicate the position being applied for in the application letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Africa University is committed to Diversity, Ubuntu, Professionalism, Integrity and Excellence. Qualified candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.