Systems Librarian at IITA - International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Job Description

•     Working closely with researchers to manage the ICT for information services to support research.
•     Provide support in the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures for data and information management.
•     Oversee testing and modification of Knowledge Center repositories.
•     Develop web related applications to create personal or Knowledge Center web pages and content.
•     Enhance Knowledge Center's virtual presence on the web. Design experience with MS SharePoint is an asset.
•     Support the implementation of new applications and/or adapt existing systems to meet user needs.
•     Develop system documentation and training materials (preferably interactive digital ones) for the electronic information resources?
•     Support the maintenance of metadata schema to enhance discoverability of digital assets?
•     Serve as the primary liaison to the E-Research Team and IITA IT unit to integrate Knowledge Center systems functions with institutional information systems?
•     Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Knowledge Center Manager.
•     Handle any other tasks as may be assigned.

Minimum Qualification, Experience and Skills

•     Minimum B. Sc. in Computer Science and/or B.Sc. in Information Science/Library Science from accredited institutions.

Skills & Abilities:

•     Minimum three (3) years of experience in supporting library applications and server systems, preferably as a systems librarian, an institutional repository administrator, or a digital asset manager.
•     Experience with information repositories, data curation and digital preservation, indexing systems, creating and updating taxonomy, metadata, collaborative online tools and developing standards.
•     Knowledge of copyright issues as related to scientific publications and electronic publishing.
•     Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, in diverse groups of team members and subject matter experts.
•     Ability to identify and manage change to improve services and efficiencies.Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills