Digital Scholarship Assistant, Library Department

Job Summary

The job holder will support the digital scholarship centre by providing digital media services and produce a wide range of multimedia products appropriate to the faculty, students and staff of AKU; and to effectively support the teaching, learning and research objectives of the university.

Responsibilities

• Provide photography and videography services for AKU Library events and publications.
• Design graphics for AKU publications, newsletters, and promotional materials.
• Upload metadata and collate staff publications data for the institutional repository.
• Support faculty and students in blended learning and other learning technologies.
• Develop LibGuides and online courses, working with faculty and subject matter experts to turn course content into engaging digital learning materials such as videos, readings, quizzes, and interactive activities.
• Provide ICT-related support to users and assist with administrative duties for the Library and Digital Scholarship Centre Office as required.
• Service and maintain the Digital Scholarship Centre (DSC) equipment, ensuring it is regularly updated and fully operational.
• Support the Library department in offering circulation and customer services, including the lending and return of library resources such as laptops and tablets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Science, Multimedia Technology, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years' relevant experience, preferably in an academic or library setting.
• Demonstrated skills in photography, videography, and graphic design software
• Basic ICT troubleshooting and equipment maintenance skills.
• Experience developing LibGuides or similar research/learning guides is an added advantage.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer-service skills.
• Proficiency in both macOS and Windows operating systems.