Learning Commons Coordinator Career Opportunity at Uganda Christian University (UCU)

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Organisation: Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Duty Station:  Mukono, Uganda
About UCU: 
Uganda Christian University was founded when the historic Bishop Tucker
Theological College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop Tucker
Theological College trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history
from 1913-1997. The local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the college to
operate in Mukono. International partnerships were part of the College’s
missionary history. The Church Mission Society teamed with Ugandan leaders and
others to assure the College had the necessary intellectual and other capital.
By the late 1990s, the Church of Uganda sought to have a broader impact on
society through the higher education – not only of clergy but of other
professionals as well. Uganda Christian University was established in 1997.
In 2004, the Government of Uganda granted a charter to Uganda Christian
University – the highest level of national accreditation. UCU was the first
private University to receive such a charter from the Government.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Manage all learning
    commons and specialised computer lab activities.
  • Coordinate programmes
    and services with all collaborating faculties and departments
  • Provide reference and
    research assistance services.
  • Instruct and assist in
    the preparation and teaching of classes both individual and group patrons
    in the use of application software available in the learning commons and
    library training lab.
  • Manager the operation
    and scheduling of the specialised computer labs (learning spaces).
  • Provide interest in
    the integration of information literacy, research, writing, and technologies
  • Participate in the
    recruitment, training, and development of Learning Commons student
    employees who will work as peer tutors and technology assistants.
  • Monitor and analyse
    usage patterns of the Learning Commons; provide periodic reports and
    recommend changes.
  • Develops promotional
    materials to promote the Learning Commons.
  • Perform any other job
    roles as assigned by the supervisor.  
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
  • The applicant should hold ideally hold a
    Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science or a related Discipline
    OR a  Bachelor’s degree in Library
    and information Science with at least 5 years of library work experience
    from an accredited institution.
  • Current experience and working technical
    knowledge of software such as Microsoft Windows operating systems,
    Microsoft Office applications, and other common productivity tools,
    library software, bibliographic reference software, data analysis software
    and other Open Source Software. 
  • Possess excellent oral and written
    communication skills with demonstrated ability to work and communicate
    effectively with a variety of staff and patrons;
  • Familiarity and understanding of the
    emerging trends in library services, reference, information resources and
    technologies and the ability to identify and implement appropriate changes
    within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
  • Significant experience working in an
    academic environment or computer laboratory will be an added advantage
  • The applicant should be technology
    oriented
  • Possess a clear vision about the
    integration of information literacy and technology into curriculum and
    teaching.
  • Ability to train and interact effectively
    with students, faculty, and administration in an academic setting.
  • The applicant must be a Mature and
    Committed Christian
How to Apply:
All qualified candidates should send two (2) copies of an application
letter clearly demonstrating suitability together with updated Curriculum Vitae
and three references.
Please remember to attach two (2) copies of academic and professional certificates
and transcripts
To:
The Director of Human Resource & Administration
Uganda Christian University
Pilkington Building
Po Box 4, Mukono, Uganda
Email: jobs@ucu.ac.ug
Deadline: Friday, 28th February 2014 by 5:00p.m.

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