Librarian: Ghana

Instill Education is on a mission to transform teaching, learning, and leadership in every classroom on the African continent. We believe that our teachers and school leaders are the greatest levers for change in the education system. We recently became an accredited higher education institution in South Africa and launched a game-changing mobile app that offers self-paced, bite-sized modules to help teachers in their professional development journey. More than 50,000 teachers in South Africa, Ghana, Kenya, and Nigeria have already enrolled in our professional development modules and joined a pan-African community of peers and experts who provide support and feedback along the way. We are currently applying for institutional accreditation in Ghana to launch Instill College of Education to start a bachelor of Basic Education programme.

We are hiring a Librarian to ensure that we are able to provide a dynamic and supportive learning environment, promoting information literacy and critical thinking skills to our students.

What makes you a great candidate?  3

You are ambitious, hungry to learn, and have a deep passion for education. You want to work in a fast-paced business environment and grow with a young organisation that seeks to change the face of education across the African continent. You want to learn how a start-up works by getting your hands dirty and getting involved in every aspect of the business. You are excited by the challenge of immersing yourself in new contexts and tackling complex problems. You are not afraid of failure and are driven to improve through robust, data-driven decision-making and feedback. When evaluating your candidacy, we will look for the following:

• Demonstrated commitment to anti-racism, equity, and inclusion
• Ambition to take ownership of challenges and grow with the business
• Exceptional critical thinker with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated passion for educational development, and closing educational equity gaps, and are strongly aligned with our vision, mission, and values

What does the role entail?

As the Librarian you will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the College's library services. This role involves strategic planning, collection development, information services, and technological innovation to support the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and staff.

More specifically you will;

• The Librarian shall hold a postgraduate degree in Library and Information Science or a related field.
• The Librarian shall possess relevant experience in academic library management, including expertise in digital libraries, information technology integration, and collection development.
• The Librarian shall demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and stay abreast of advancements in the field of library and information science.
• Serve as the chief administrative officer of the library, overseeing all library operations, including budgeting, planning, and personnel management.
• Develop and implement library policies and procedures in alignment with the College’s mission and strategic goals.
• Supervise library staff, providing direction, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Manage the selection, acquisition, cataloging, and maintenance of library resources, including books, journals, databases, and other educational materials.
• Conduct regular assessments of the library’s collection to ensure it meets the evolving needs of students, faculty, and researchers.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, publishers, and other external partners to ensure access to high-quality resources.
• Ensure the provision of comprehensive library services to students, faculty, and staff, including reference and research assistance, information literacy instruction, and interlibrary loan services.
• Develop and implement user education Programmes to enhance students’ research skills and promote effective use of library resources.
• Lead the development and maintenance of digital library services, including online databases, electronic journals, and digital repositories.
• Integrate new technologies into library operations to enhance access to information and improve service delivery.
• Ensure the library operates in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of library records and user information.
• Uphold the ethical principles of the library profession, including intellectual freedom, equitable access, and respect for intellectual property.

Selection Criteria:

• Master's degree in Library and Information Science or a related field.
• Proven experience in academic library management, including collection development, reference services, and digital library services.
• Strong understanding of library technologies, databases, and digital resources.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to providing excellent student-centric service.

Anticipated start date: 1 January 2025 or soon thereafter

Location: Accra, Ghana

Do our values resonate with yours?

We believe in owning our mission to transform education across Africa. We aim to dream big, work collaboratively, have the courage to learn from failure, embrace ingenuity, and implement practical, inclusive solutions for the communities we serve. If you share our commitment to this challenge, join us in making a profound impact on our education systems.

Keywords

LibrarianEducationLibraryInformation ScienceAcademicManagementDigital LibrariesCollection DevelopmentInformation TechnologyResearchServices