Malawi University of Science and Technology
POSITION: LIBRARY ASSISTANT INTERN
Location: Thyolo
1. Background
Reporting to the Assistant Librarian, the Library Assistant Intern shall be responsible for the assigned library services in the university.
2. Duties and Responsibilities
The main tasks of the job are as follows:
- Conduct registration of new patrons to the library.
- Repair damaged circulation materials, including books and equipment.
- Provide patrons with general information on library services.
- Assist and instruct patrons in using library services, equipment, and facilities.
- Work at the circulation desk of the library.
- Catalog books or materials in the technical services unit.
- Maintain performance and repair of circulation equipment.
- Recommend equipment improvements.
- Maintain circulation data and prepare regular statistical reports.
3. Qualifications, Attributes, and Experience
- Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience, and attributes:
- Be a holder of a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Studies or related disciplines from a recognized and accredited institution of higher education, obtained recently.
- Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse
- MUST has a zero-tolerance policy on Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. Therefore, applicants for the above vacancies must be willing to abide by the MUST Policy on Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse.
4. Mode of Application for the Position
Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and attributes should submit their applications, detailed and updated curriculum vitae, and copies of certificates not later than 3rd October 2024. The curriculum vitae must include the following: the candidate’s full name, date of birth, academic qualifications, work experience, and names and email addresses of three traceable referees.
Applications must be submitted to:
The University Registrar
Malawi University of Science and Technology
P.O Box 5196,
Limbe
Alternatively, applications can be submitted online to the University Registrar using the following email address: vacancy@must.ac.mw.
All hardcopy and electronic applications must be duly signed. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.