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Director Library

Job in Sharjah, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: University of Kalba
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-05-30
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Academic, Education Administration, University Professor, Information & Knowledge Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 200000 AED Yearly AED 120000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Director of The Library

Strategic Leadership & Administration

  • Develop and implement the library's strategic plan in alignment with the university's mission.
  • Formulate policies and procedures to enhance library operations and services.
  • Manage the library budget, including resource acquisition, staffing, and technology upgrades.
  • Ensure compliance with national and international accreditation standards.
  • Represent the library in institutional committees and professional associations.
Resource Management & Collection Development
  • Oversee acquisition, organization, and preservation of physical and digital collections.
  • Ensure access to high-quality scholarly databases, e-books, and journals.
  • Develop a digitization strategy to enhance accessibility and resource-sharing.
  • Collaborate with faculty to support curriculum needs through specialized resources.
Technological Innovation & Digital Transformation
  • Implement and manage an Integrated Library System (ILS).
  • Drive the adoption of AI, automation, and emerging technologies in library services.
  • Oversee the development of institutional repositories and open-access initiatives.
  • Enhance library cybersecurity and data management policies.
User Services & Community Engagement
  • Design and deliver user‑centric library services to students and faculty.
  • Promote information literacy programs to improve research skills.
  • Organize workshops, seminars, and academic events to foster learning.
  • Establish partnerships with other academic institutions and professional bodies.
Team Management & Staff Development
  • Recruit, train, and evaluate library staff to maintain a high-performance team.
  • Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Promote inclusivity, diversity, and accessibility in library services.
Research Support & Scholarly Communication
  • Provide research support services, including bibliometric analysis and citation management.
  • Collaborate with faculty and researchers in publishing and open-access initiatives.
Qualifications
  • Ph.D in Library and Information Science.
  • 20 Years of Professional Library Experience, includes Leadership & Management, Academic Library Operations, Digital & Electronic Resources, Strategic Planning, Research Support, Collaboration & Partnerships, Accreditation & Compliance, Communication & Advocacy.
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