Job Description

What the role is:The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a leading research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic development. Applications are invited for:Library Assistant (2-Year Contract)What you will be working on:Job Responsibilities

• Support the Reference & User Services Librarian in managing daily customer operations and provision of library services to users (staff and public) in line with standards, policy and procedure. Monitoring of circulation and information/enquiry services across different channels to ensure consistent service delivery and improvements
• Assist in overseeing the library\'s circulation and information/enquiry services including roster planning, manning of circulation counter, processing of loan and membership transactions, and handling advisory/information enquiries
• Manage and maintain user data in the Library Management System
• Promote library collection and services through curated book displays, subject guides, tours and events. Conduct user education sessions to familiarise new users with the library and its services. Perform troubleshooting for common library equipment/services e.g. microfilm readers; library OPAC etc
• Responsible to monitor, collate and maintain the monthly library statistics for easy data retrieval and use. Assist in the preparation of reports relating to circulation data, use of collections, facilities and services by conducting preliminary analysis and provision of draft reports
• Assist in collection management and maintenance through shelf reading, collection stocktake, conservation and provision of timely access to materials
• Any other duties as required

What we are looking for:Requirements:

• At least three years of relevant library work experience, particularly in academic or special library environments
• Possess strong customer service and communication skills
• Meticulous, organised, and independent self-starter who takes initiative
• Team player willing to co-operate and share, possess good interpersonal & administrative skills
• Willing to learn, able to multi-task and complete tasks with tight deadlines independently; possess good time management
• Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
• Able to work with figures/numbers and write reports
• A Diploma in Information Studies, Library Science or related disciplines, or equivalent qualifications would be an advantage
• Familiarity with government procurement and/or GeBIZ would be an advantage
• Familiarity with library software (SirsiDynix Symphony) would be an advantage
• Interest and knowledge of graphic design would be an advantage
• Knowledge of Southeast Asian languages would be an advantage

Remuneration and benefits depend on the candidate\'s qualifications and experience.Applicants will be notified if they are shortlisted within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)About ISEAS -Yusof Ishak Institute:The ISEAS - Yusof Ishak Institute is a regional research centre dedicated to the study of socio-political, security and economic trends and developments in Southeast Asia and its wider geostrategic and economic environment.

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