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Manager, JAMLIN Development (GMG/SEG 1)
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Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Computer/IT
Posted
03-12-2022
Job Status
Start Publishing
03-12-2022
Stop Publishing
16-12-2022
Applications are invited for the following posts in the National Library of Jamaica: Manager, JAMLIN Development (GMG/SEG 1) – (Vacant), salary range $2,735,387 $3,678,791 per annum and any allowance(s) attached to the post.
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the National Librarian, the Manager, JAMLIN Development will direct and co-ordinate specific aspects of Jamaica Libraries and Information Network (JAMLIN) to ensure that the institutions are fully integrated into the Country’s National Information Infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Professional/Technical:
- Develops policy documents for JAMLIN;
- Co-ordinates the development of a National Digital Preservation Policy;
- Develops Memoranda of Agreements for JAMLIN members;
- Sources Integrated Library Management System to facilitate information sharing, access and delivery for JAMLIN;
- Develops Governance Framework for JAMLIN;
- Develops a Marketing and Communication Plan for JAMLIN;
- Develops a Competency framework for staff in government libraries;
- Manages relationships with internal and external stakeholder to optimize opportunities pro-actively;
- Identifies gaps within JAMLIN and makes recommendation to the National Librarian;
- Prepares and submits reports and analysis on the performance outcomes (standards and targets) within JAMLIN;
- Co-ordinates the general administrative matters related to JAMLIN;
- Maintains the National Bibliographic Database and facilitates access;
- Maintains an up-to-date Directory of JAMLIN members;
- Updates the National Librarian on all JAMLIN matters;
- Represents the National Librarian on external relevant committees;
- Participates in team projects and other related duties assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and co-operation
- Customer and quality focus
- Policy Writing skills
- Knowledge of digital technologies
- Excellent planning and organizing skills
- Knowledge of Public Sector operations and management
- Sound knowledge of the operations of government libraries
- Sound knowledge of Government communication policies and protocols
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of Public Sector Management
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Good interpersonal and customer relations skills
- Good leadership skills
- Excellent presentation skills
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Degree in Library and Information Studies;
- Training in Project Management;
- Six (6) years’ experience in librarianship;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, digital technology and open-source software applications.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- May be required to work outside of normal working hours;
- Required to travel to locations in the Jamaica Libraries and Information Network (JAMLIN).
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 15th December 2022 to:
Director,
HRM and Administration
National Library of Jamaica
12 East Street
Kingston
Email: nljhrm@nlj.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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