Job Title: School Librarian (Re-advertised)
Organisation: Makerere University Business School (MUBS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is a Public Tertiary Institution established under the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act (UOTIA), Cap. 262, and academically affiliated to Makerere University. The School has the mandate to provide business and management education, research, and training to support national development. MUBS aspires to be a regional and global centre of excellence in business and management education, producing graduates and knowledge that drive socio-economic transformation.
Job Summary:
- Shall be responsible to the Principal.
- Shall be responsible for the development, control, management and coordination of all library and information services of MUBS.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership and ensure efficient and effective management of the School Library.
- Develop and manage the Library collection in order to support the research scholarship, teaching and learning goals of MUBS.
- Develop, manage and maintain library systems to ensure access meets teaching and research needs, and integrate with other MIS Systems on Campus.
- Provide access to library resources and services via the web.
- Provide easy and extensive access to the library’s content and services in order to support the research scholarship and teaching goals of the School.
- Plan and review space requirements to provide an environment that promotes and supports teaching, learning and research.
- Manage library spaces and facilities to ensure they are best utilized and maintained.
- Undertake effective planning and management of the Library and its staff, and to work in partnership with external organizations.
- Any other duties as may be assigned by the Principal from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Library Science or related field from a reputable institution.
- A Masters Degree in Library Science/Records & Archives Management/Information Systems/Information Technology.
- PhD in Library Science/information Technology/information Systems.
- Applicant must be the first author of at least 50% of their publications.
- Twelve (12) years professional experience in library work.
- Nine (9) new recognized publications in the area of specialization.
- Information Literacy instructions.
- Contribution to community.
- A valid Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) from Uganda Revenue Authority.
- Must be a citizen of Uganda aged below 55 years at the time of application.
Desirable attributes:
- Innovative and self-driven with proven leadership and management skills.
- Excellent relationship management and communication skills.
- Ability to relate to students.
- A high level of maturity and integrity.
- Should be result-oriented.
- Ability to plan, execute and monitor departmental plans.
- Excellent analytical and writing skills.
- Ability to delegate.
- Ability to write timely reports.
- Ability to work long hours.
- High level of computer literacy, with experience in the use of relevant packages.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit their applications as one signed hard copy (in duplicate where required) or as one consolidated PDF (soft copy) comprising:
- A formal application letter addressed to the Chief, Human Resource.
- A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates.
- A copy of the applicant’s National Identification Card, birth certificate, or passport biodata page.
- Names and contact details of three referees (one academic, one professional, and one character). Confidential references may be requested at the shortlist stage.
Sealed applications, clearly marked “CONFIDENTIAL”-and bearing the title of the post in the top right-hand corner of the envelope, must be forwarded to reach:
The Chief, Human Resource
Makerere University Business School (MUBS)
Plot 21 A, Portbell Road
P.O. Box 1337, Kampala – Uganda
Electronic applications should be submitted as one PDF document (maximum 10MB) to: [email protected] with the subject line: Application for the Position of “……”
Deadline: 30th September 2025
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Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 144