Jobs at American University of Nigeria (AUN)

The Reference Librarian shall be responsible for daily public service duties at the reference desk. He shall also ensure that patron receive the research assistance they require in a prompt and professional manner. In addition to the above, the scope of the duties shall include but not limited to the provision of all logistics and reference forms at the reference unit and also ensure that research system in the library is working correctly, and provide support and assistance in information literacy programs either onsite or web-based to students, faculty and staff in accordance with the policies and programs of the American University of Nigeria

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates an understanding of the reference interview process
• Assist patrons by answering their face-to-face and online Reference questions and refers them to the appropriate personnel
• Teaches patrons how to research their information needs via online resources which includes the library catalog, web search tools and the library subscribed databases.
• Assists patrons with their research needs through directing them to the variety of formats including print, graphics, audio, visuals and online materials.
• Provide support and assistance in information literacy programs
• Browse through the online databases and ensure functionality and report to Supervisor defects noticed
• Participate in the daily routine functionality of the AUN library and position will involve shifting
• In collaboration with the Circulation staff, performs circulation desk procedures, such as shelving, checking in and checking out materials in all formats, registering patrons, and renewals
• Provides journal indexes, shelf-guides and labels
• Assists in Library programs and displays.
• Assist patron with ready-reference questions and reader advisory and bibliographic instruction.
• Monitor patron activities at the stacks and other reading rooms and assisting patrons in finding their way in the Stacks and reading rooms.
• Sort and Shelving of books/items using the Library of Congress Classification system.
• Check and pull-out books/items that need to be mended or withdrawn and dusting and cleaning of shelves.
• Relieves other employees as directed by supervisor, including responsibility for unit in the temporary absence of a professional librarian.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements for the position:

• Bachelor's degree in library science, information science, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) to three (3) years post NYSC experience working as a reference librarian.
• Must be a registered member of the Library Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN)
• Membership of other reputable library professional bodies is an added advantage.
• Must respects the right of users to determine the direction of their research by empowering them to pursue their own preference
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to determine the situational context of the individual information needs of users when interacting with each user in person or through other communication channels.
• Must be flexible enough to adapt to changing circumstances at workplace.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of library management systems and software.
• Ability to adapt to changing technology and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must also demonstrate team building.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.

Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Ability to work well as a member of a team
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong self-motivation.

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The Multimedia Specialist will be charged with the responsibility of envisioning how best to convey and deploy the University’s visual assets to support institutional objectives. The incumbent is expected to think primarily in colors and deploys the visual contents from the University’s activities and environment, people and community for marketing, branding and communication in accordance with the policies and procedures of the American University of Nigeria’s Marketing and Communications Department.

DETAILED LISTING OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates the diligent capture, editing, and deployment of high-quality visual content for Marketing, Communications, and archiving purposes
• Develops and implement multimedia content strategies across various platforms, with a focus on video content.
• Creates high-quality multimedia content, including videos, graphics, animations, and social media posts.
• Ensures that there is constant supply of high-quality, up-to-date content
• Proactively and constantly generating fresh ideas on how to use photographs and other visuals to broaden the objectives of Marketing & Communications
• Keeps an updated calendar of university events from which he/she will plan the week’s assignment schedule with minimum supervision
• Obtains feedback from editorial teams and makes relevant changes, when required
• Contributes diligently to all departmental activities where his skills or contribution is demanded
• Personify creativity, mental discipline and sharpness, professional grooming, constant self-development through training, personal excellence, and pursuit of departmental solidarity
• Attends all review meetings where he/she is expected to make useful contributions and drive fresh perspectives into new storylines
• Works harmoniously with all Units in the Department, especially the Editorial/Content Development, in covering all University events without complaint or reservations
• Keeps track of industry trends and advancements in the field of multimedia
• Performs such other assignments as may be assigned by the supervisor.

 Requirements for the position:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications & Multimedia Design, Visual Arts, Digital Media
• At least 2 years of experience in Marketing & Communications, or similar
• Proven experience demonstrated with a potfolio of samples of work
• Advanced proficiency in Multimedia editing software, such as Lightroom, Photoshop, Pixlr and Affinity Photo and InDesign.
• Exceptional creative abilities as reflected in appealing Multimedia content
• Experience in setting up Multimedia equipment
• Thorough knowledge of computer imaging, studio management and color composition
• Must be conversant with the latest Editing Suites and be constantly updated on new versions that can produce the best possible images for the Department’s uses
• Must handle all equipment under his care with utmost attentiveness and proactively imbibe a maintenance culture
• Must be able to work and deliver under pressure and on demand

 Other requirements, abilities for the position:

• Creative mind with an eye for detail and storytelling skills
• Time-management and leadership skills
• Flexible working hours