Organization Information

• Reports to: Librarian – Legal Division
  
• Directorate: Registry of the Court
  
• Number of Direct reports: 0
  
• Job grade: GSA5
  
• Contract type: Regular
  
• Location: Arusha, Tanzania

Purpose of Job

Assist the Librarian in the provision of library services.
 

Main Functions

• Assist in processing library information materials, including cataloguing, classification, indexing.
• Conducting information searching and retrieval for library clients.
• Maintenance of library catalogues
• Circulation duties of the library.
• Library reference services
• Working closely with the librarian to search, identify and select materials in all formats for possible purchase and integration into the library's collection.
• Assisting in the audio-visual and serials services of the library;
   

Specific Responsibilities

• Assisting in library events such as Library weeks,
• Assist in library training and user education programmes
• Conduct various library surveys,
• General ergonomics and shelving of library items
• Assist in the preparation of current awareness services and selective dissemination activities such as bibliographies and general information services to users;
• Perform any other duties as required.
   

Academic Requirements and Relevant Experience

• Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education and a Diploma in Library and Information Studies or Information Sciences or related disciplines or an equivalent. 
• A higher qualification in the requested field will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years relevant professional experience in a similar position, preferably in an international organization
   

Required Skills

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• A grasp of modern library systems and practices
• Knowledge of standard library organization systems especially Library of Congress Classification system, MARC and Resource Description and Access (RDA) protocols.
• Literacy in modern computer applications especially use of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and conferencing programs.
• Good communication skills and respect for confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work under pressure in a multi-cultural environment and under minimum supervision; 
• Knowledge of the African human rights system; 
• Knowledge of international organizations and their functions;
• Knowledge of AU policies, systems and standards 
• Proficiency in one of the AU Official working languages. Good knowledge of at least one other language will be an added advantage.
   

Leadership Competencies

Core Competencies

Functional Competencies