Contract Information

The first year of contract will be probationary with the possibility of further extension subject to satisfactory performance. This post is limited to local status* only. *Local status requires applicants to have unhindered permission to live and work in the UK

Salary Information

Approximately £ 41,369 net per annum, (subject to deductions), free of income tax in the UK. Excellent benefits including medical insurance and UN pension scheme

Purpose

Reporting to the Head, Maritime Knowledge Centre, the incumbent supports the delivery of an effective and professional library service responding to the information and research needs of the Organization, its Member States, delegates, as well as international students and researchers

Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in accessioning, description, and database updating activities related to MKC collections using modules of the ILS.Conduct searches in bibliographic utilities for MARC records.Perform content pre-cataloguing, creating appropriate levels of bibliographic, item and controlled vocabulary metadata.Conduct data acquisition, data cleansing, data entry, and database development for MKC databases using citation management software.Participate in long-term projects such as weeding, upgrading catalogue records, retrospective cataloguing, and reclassification of MKC collections, and other initiatives.Conduct basic preparatory research for updating online resources or web sites, providing document delivery services, or acquisition of new resources.Maintain and update MKC Internet and Intranet web pages.Assist in the maintenance and development of electronic reference tools and bibliographies using web publishing tools (LibGuides) and citation management software. [SG1]Provide guidance to staff, researchers, students, and visitors in the use of the MKC and its resources.Provide technical support and instruction, to IMO staff and MKC visitors, relating to IMOs electronic resources (subscriptions).Manage the information access requirements and the organization and delivery of training to IMO interns and externs.Assist with digitization, digital archiving, and metadata-related processes for IMO content.Perform circulation, serial check in, and the compilation of reports and statistics using the MKCs ILS.Act as first point of contact for general enquires.Draft content for web site updates and responses to enquires for approval by the Head, MKC. Manage regular stock checks and maintain a list of missing materials.Provide administrative support for the Head, MKC and undertake other library related duties, as may be assigned

Required Competencies

Knowledge of all library operations, including editorial standards, cataloguing, electronic resources integrated library systems and digitization.Ability to undertake relevant research, effectively maintain records and retrieve information as required, accurately and at pace.Able to manage priorities and resources ensuring agreed objectives are achieved within required timeframes.Ability to identify potential risks and plan contingencies as required.Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with others in relation to information sharing.Ability to conduct public speaking, presentations, and training

Experience

Required:A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in a special or research library, archive, or related area is required.Experience working with and cataloguing special collections. Experience working with Library of Congress (LC) classification and subject headings.Proficiency in the use of the various modules of an Integrated Library System (ILS). Experience with functions related to client services in a special research library setting.Experience in the maintenance of web sites and Microsoft applications particularly in Word, Excel and PowerPoint and SharePoint would be an asset

Education

Secondary education to university entrance standard.Certificate or Diploma in library & information technology related processes and applications would be an asset

Language Skills

Proficiency in English (oral and written) is required.Proficiency in drafting and proof reading is required.Knowledge of any another United Nations official language would be an asset

Others

Ability to copy catalogue applying MARC and Resource Description and Access (RDA) standards is required.Knowledge of Library of Congress cataloguing, and classification applications and resources is required.Proficiency in the use of various citation management software is required.Proficiency in digitization and preservation processes, software, and technology is required.Proficiency in Web authoring and HTML is required