E-Library Librarian at Human Capital Partners (HCP)

Human Capital Partners (HCP) is a professional services firm that specializes in the provision of management consulting services covering the entire human resource management value chain.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: E-Library Librarian

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• As a Librarian for our e-library platform, you will be responsible for managing and curating digital collections, ensuring access to quality resources, and providing support to users in navigating and utilizing our e-library effectively.
• Your role will involve cataloging digital materials, organizing information, assisting users with research inquiries, and promoting information literacy.
• Additionally, you will collaborate with other team members to enhance the user experience and expand the e-library’s offerings.

Responsibilities

• Manage the acquisition, cataloging, and organization of digital materials in the e-library’s collection.
• Develop and implement classification systems and metadata standards to ensure efficient access to digital resources.
• Conduct regular assessments of the e-library collection to evaluate its relevance, accuracy, and diversity, and make recommendations for additions or removals.
• Provide reference and research assistance to users, including helping them locate relevant resources, navigate databases, and utilize research tools effectively.
• Collaborate with content providers, publishers, and authors to acquire new digital materials and negotiate licensing agreements.
• Promote information literacy by developing instructional materials, conducting training sessions, and creating user guides on how to effectively use the e-library’s resources.
• Monitor usage statistics and user feedback to identify areas for improvement and optimize the e-library services and offerings.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and best practices in digital librarianship, online information access, and electronic resource management.
• Collaborate with other team members, including business development, marketing, and technical support, to enhance the overall user experience and promote the e-library platform.
• Ensure compliance with copyright laws, licensing agreements, and privacy regulations in the management and distribution of digital materials.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or a related field with a focus on digital librarianship.
• Experience working in a library setting, preferably in digital libraries or online information services.
• Strong knowledge of library cataloging standards, metadata schemas, and digital asset management systems.
• Proficiency in library automation software, content management systems, and online database searching techniques.
• Excellent research skills and the ability to assist users with diverse information needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with users, content providers, and team members.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and workflows in a dynamic digital environment.
• Familiarity with copyright laws, intellectual property rights, and ethical considerations in digital librarianship.
• Commitment to promoting access to information and supporting lifelong learning through digital resources

Application Closing Date
20th October, 2024.