Friday, January 16, 2009

A newly established college in Caloocan City is URGENTLY in need of a
Licensed Librarian who can start immediately.

Starting Rate: P12,000 - P13,500

Sunday, January 11, 2009

The grade school Library of Don Bosco Technical Institute Makati is in need of a licensed librarian. Anyone who is interested may call at 8920101 loc 308 and look for Marissa. Thankyou!
St. Michael Learning Center is in need of a Librarian.

My friend just asked for my help in posting this add. Instead of contacting me or this email address, kindly refer to this mobile number of hers (Ms. Jean Michelle) for complete detail of the job vacancy-0917- 9048326.

Thank you!
There is an opening in the IRRI Library, Los Banos, Laguna. Please see below.

Mila M. Ramos
Chief Librarian
International Rice Research Institute
DAPO Box 7777, Metro Manila
Philippines
Tel +63(2) 580-5600 loc.2768
Fax +63(2) 580-5699
Web: http://ricelib. irri.org

Please read my blogs at

http://mila- ramos.blogspot. com/ or http://www.blogline s.com/blog/ mramos

IRRI: International Rice Research Institute
Human Resource Services - National Staff

The Library and Documentation Services (LDS) invites applicants for the position:

Specialist - Information (2008-R-44)
Basic purpose : The successful candidate shall develop the Library's capability to deliver digital information to clients by enhancing the Library's online information sharing environment, while using the latest in information technology. This includes giving support to the Assistant Chief Librarian in developing the rice bibliography and eventually assuming all tasks related to database management upon the retirement of the Assistant Chief Librarian.

Major responsibilities:
1. Manage/enhance the library's key electronic database (mainly the rice database, the Dspace repository and other special databases)
* Revise database management procedures/policies as needed
* Spearhead the publication of the Rice Literature Update CD-ROM
* Coordinate regular back-up of files
55%

2. Oversee the hardware/software requirements of the Library
* Install new releases/upgrades of the integrated library system (ILS) as soon as they are available
* Activate enhancements as needed
* Perform basic troubleshooting
* Test/evaluate new products
* Design new platforms for information retrieval
20%

3. Perform other information sharing tasks
* Coordinate the enhancement of the library website to include updates, enhancements, and functionalities to be done in coordination with the Chief Librarian and the Senior Librarian (Readers' Services and Electronic Resources (RSES)
* Render reference service
* Deliver research support by designing current awareness activities/alerts and conducting electronic literature searches for local and worldwide clients.
* Procure technical rice literature from free sources
* Provide orientation/ training to IRRI staff, scholars, and other clients in the use of knowledge-based resources in an electronic environment and in database management; and
* Perform other duties that may be assigned from time to time
25%

Qualification requirements:
Minimum education : BS Computer Science or Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) or MS Information Science or Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS)

Experience required : 2 years experience in database management; preferably with subject background in agriculture or rice and familiarity with the library environment

Skills and abilities : Advanced computer/programmin g skills, excellent communication skills, excellent organizational skills, strong commitment to service and client-oriented, excellent oral and written communication skills, able to work independently with minimal supervision, good team worker.

Applications : Qualified candidates can submit letter of application, comprehensive resume, transcript of records, name and contact details of 3 referees to IRRI Recruitment at the HRS-NS Office, FF Hill Building, IRRI Los BaƱos, Laguna or email to IRRIRecruitment@ cgiar.org. They can also mail application with complete requirements to:

Specialist - Information (2008-R-44)
Human Resources Services - National Staff
International Rice Research Institute
DAPO Box 7777 Metro Manila

*Screening will start on 23 January 2009 and shall continue until a suitable candidate is identified.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

PLDT Central Library is in need of 2 project employees: a web developer and acquisitions staff.

General Qualification Requirements:

* Bachelors Degree holder in Library Science, Computer Science. License not required.

* Good oral and written communication skills with pleasing
personality

* Working knowledge on Microsoft Office Applications is a plus.

If interested, please bring your resume and TOR starting today at:

3rd Floor PLDT Central Library
Innolab Bldg., fronting Rizal Technological University (RTU)
Boni Avenue
Mandaluyong City

Source: PAARL, joan dadang

Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Grade School Librarian
St. Mary's College Quezon City
Send resume to:
S. Ma. Anicia B. Co
RVM, President

Monday, January 5, 2009

Don Bosco Technical Institute - Makati is in Need of one (1) full-time
librarian. For any inquiries, pls. look for Mr. Gabby Balenbin at
8920101 loc. 308.

Indexer
Ateneo de Manila Unievrsity