Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in library science, information management, or education. Must have proven experience as a librarian, preferably in an educational setting in the UAE, with strong knowledge of library operations, cataloguing, classification systems, and library management systems. Excellent research, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in English and good IT skills.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Dubai, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Education & Teaching
Company Industry
Education & Training
Job description
Embrace and encourage the ethos and standards of excellence as defined in the GEMS core values.
Assist students to find books appropriate to their reading level and interest and help students and staff source topic-related books for study.
Responsible for arrangements for students to borrow library books, keeping records of books borrowed, following up on unreturned books via written letters to parents etc.
Develop reading lists for various age levels.
Teach younger students about books, their treatment and the library layout including the Dewey Decimal classification system.
Liaise with heads of department to select and prepare annual library order including selection and renewal of subscriptions for periodicals. Place orders and process delivery of new books.
Computer cataloguing of all books using the Dewey Decimal system if applicable and produce catalogues of books held.
Repair and withdraw old books.
Responsible for the storage, maintenance and access to the audiovisual library.
Where appropriate, find and encourage volunteer assistance and teach volunteers the procedures and processes of the library.
Maintain, update and make available examination material (past papers, syllabi etc.) and college and careers material.
Responsible for the general maintenance of the library ensuring it is comfortable, well lit, attractive, organised, clearly signposted etc.
Participate in the selection, training and supervision of library support staff.
Ensure the GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct are followed at all times.
Initiate effort and energy beyond the typical workday, where the tasks require additional commitment.
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required.
Perform other duties as requested by direct and dotted reporting line managers or supervisors.
Skills description
Bachelor’s degree in library science, information management, education, or a related field.
Proven experience working as a librarian, preferably within a school, university, or educational environment in the UAE.
Strong knowledge of library operations, cataloguing, classification systems, and digital library management.
Familiarity with library management systems (LMS) and online databases.
Ability to manage book acquisitions, inventory, shelving, and resource organization.
Excellent research, information retrieval, and reference support skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to support students, teachers, and staff.
Experience promoting reading programs, library activities, and literacy initiatives.
Good organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain a welcoming, inclusive, and student-focused library environment.
Proficiency in English; knowledge of Arabic is an advantage.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and digital learning platforms.
Knowledge of book selection, evaluation, and maintenance of age-appropriate resources aligned with school policies and UAE requirements.
About the Company
GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.
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