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Friday, April 25, 2014
MUMBAI JOBS: Library Interns in Learning Resource Centre on Contract for a period of one year AT Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research (We School), Mumbai
MANLIBNET -LDP-2014
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National Co-ordinator, MANLIBNET-LDP,
Librarian,
BRCM College of Business Administration,
Lal Bunglow,
Surat-395007.
National Conference on "Current Trends in Library Automation" on May 24, 2014 at Auditorium Hall, Rani Durgawati University, Jabalpur.
Department of Library and Information Science
Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur
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CFR -- One day FREE programme -- "IPv6 Roadshow cum Hands-on Workshop" on 2nd May 2014 at IIT Madras
KERALA JOBS: Library & Information Trainees AT Indian Instittue of Space Science and Technology, Valiamala (PO), Thiruvananthapuram
2 Training Period : One year
3 Consolidated monthly stipend : Rs.12,000/‐
4 Educational Qualification : First Class Masters Degree in Library and Information Science.
5 Age limit as on 05.05.2014 : 28 years. ( Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India orders)
Thursday, April 24, 2014
World Book Day: e-books ensure easy reading: Times of India
World Book Day: 774 million people worldwide cannot read, says UN study
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
A Two Day National Workshop Librarian Development Programme (LDP)
Management Libraries Network (MANLIBNET)in association with MES's IMCC, Pune Oraganises A Two Day National Workshop Librarian Development Programme (LDP) : "OPEN ACCESS :APPLICATION IN THE LIBRARIES" on 13-14 June 2014.
This workshop is intended to equip participants with skills for developing their own digital libraries / Institutional Repositories. There will be lectures as well as intensive hands-on training sessions by experts in the field. Thus, it will provide theoretical base and practical skill to the participants.
The purpose of the workshop is to develop an expertise among participants by providing a thorough training and hands-on experience on an open source library software KOHA and D-Space,an open source software package typically used for automating the library functions and creating open access repositories for scholarly and/or published digital content. Participants will get a golden opportunity to interact with eminent resource persons from IIM as well as University background.
We count on your support for a successful LDP.You are requested to contribute to the profession by actively participating in the workshop.
We also request you to forward this message to your colleagues who would be interested in participating in the workshop.
With regards,
Dr.Mrs.Meenal Oak,
Librarian (Associate Prof. grade) & Programme Coordinator,
MES's Institute of Management & Career Courses(IMCC),
Pune
Mail: mko.imcc@mespune.in
Ph.: 020 25466271
librarian vacancy @ The Gandhigram Institute of Rural Health & Family Welfare Trust
LIBRARIAN –CENTRAL TRAINING INSTITUTE –ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT
Qualification & Experience :
1. Graduate in Arts / Science with B.L.I.Sc., orM.L.I.Sc.,
Desirable:
Computer skills
1.M.S.Office XP
Job requirements
WEST BENGAL JOBS: LIBRARIAN AT HALDIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Haldia, Purba Medinipur, W.B.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
TAMILNADU JOBS: LIBRARIAN AT CENTRAL TRAINING INSTITUTE, THE GANDHIGRAM INSTITUTE OF RURAL HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE TRUST, DINDIGUL DT: TAMILNADU
Name of the Post | Date of Notification | Last date App. |
Administrative Officer | 09-01-2014 | 17-02-2014 |
Principal / Medical Lecturer Cum- Demonstrator / Librarian | 18-04-2014 | 31-05-2014 |
DELHI JOBS: DEPUTY LIBRARIAN AT JNU, DELHI
Post No.
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Name of the Post
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Number of Posts
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Pay Band & Grade Pay
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Application form
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01 post
(OBC) |
Group A
Pay Band-3 Rs. 15600-39100 with Grade Pay Rs. 8000/- |
Monday, April 21, 2014
The Communist Party Chief in Beijing Guo Jinlong serves as library volunteer
Saturday, April 19, 2014
National Workshop on Koha Integrated Library System during 20-24 May 2014 a University of Calicut, Kerala
Dear All,
The Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut in association with C.H.M.K. Library, University of Calicut and Kerala Library Association Kozhikode Region is organising a National Workshop on Koha Integrated Library System during 20-24 May 2014.
Objectives
To introduce the Linux operating system to the participants.
To acquaint the participants with the installation of Koha on server class machines.
To provide extensive hands-on-training to the participants so as to enable them to work independently.
To equip the participants for managing Koha at institutions with large collections
Target Audience
The Workshop will be of immense benefit to LIS professionals working in any type of library. The number of participants is restricted to 30 and admission will be strictly on a first-come-first-served basis. Extensive practical sessions/hands-on-training, enriched with interactive sessions will be the hallmark of the Workshop.
Workshop Faculty
The Workshop will be handled by experts with extensive practical experience in Linux and Koha.
Registration
The Workshop is designed with two courses. In the three-day first course hands-on-sessions on Koha Basic will be provided. In the two-day second course hands-on-sessions on Koha Advanced will be provided. The participants can register for both the courses or they can register any one of them. The registration fee is as follows:
Courses
Date
Registration Fee
Koha Basic
20-22 May 2014
Rs. 2000/-
Koha Advanced
23-24 May 2014
Rs. 2000/-
The fee covers the cost of workshop kit, course materials, lunch and tea. The fee should be paid in the form of Demand Draft or local Cheque drawn in favour of the President / Secretary, Kerala Library Association Kozhikode Region, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calicut, Calicut University P.O., PIN-673 535, Kerala.
Accommodation
Accommodation can be arranged for the participants in the University Guest House with usual amenities on first come first serve basis. Room rent and other charges are to be paid by the participants directly. Besides accommodation in the Guest House, Hotels can also be arranged for the participants on request and confirmation.
Venue of the Workshop
The Workshop will be held at the INFONET Centre of the C.H.M.K Library situated on the main campus of the University of Calicut. The campus is at Thenhipalam, a hilly village surrounded by green valleys. It is 23 kilometeres south of Calicut, the capital city of erstwhile Zamorins, 12 kilometers from Karipur airport and 14 kilometers from Parappanangadi Railway Station. Calicut city is well connected with buses and trains from various parts of the country.
After Workshop Technical Support
The Kerala Library Association Kozhikode Region will be pleased to offer the technical support to libraries after the workshop for installation, maintenance, database migration, etc. You are welcome to write to us for details.
Application
The Application should be made in the format given along with this brochure. Detailed brochure and copies of the application can also be downloaded from the Calicut University website http://www.universityofcalicut.info/. The filled up application along with the DD/Cheque should reach to the Organizing Secretary on or before 10th May 2014.
Workshop Organizing Committee
Dr. Vasudevan T.M.
Chairman – Organizing Committee
Associate Professor and Head
Dept. of Library and Information Science
University of Calicut
Phone: 09446418742
Dr. Abdul Azeez T.A.
Workshop Director
University Librarian (i/c)
C.H.M.K. Library
University of Calicut
Phone: 09447332612
Dr. Mohamed Haneefa K.
Organizing Secretary
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Library and Information Science
University of Calicut
E-mail: dr.haneefa@gmail.com
Phone: 09895622811
Mr. Sasi P.K.
Joint Organizing Secretary
Professional Assistant
C.H.M.K. Library
University of Calicut
Phone: 09847472766
National Workshop on Koha
20-24 May, 2014
Registration Form
Name (Dr/Prof/Ms/Mr) :
Designation :
Institution :
Postal Address :
City :
State :
Phone with STD :
Mobile :
Email :
Highest Qualification :
Other Qualifications :
Workshop Fee :
Course
Date
Registration Fee
Please tick
Koha Basic
20-22 May 2014
Rs. 2000/-
Koha Advanced
23-24 May 2014
Rs. 2000/-
Payment Details : Draft/Cheque No: Date:
Signature of the Participant :
Date
Dr. Mohamed Haneefa K.
Assistant Professor
Dept. of Library & Information Science
University of Calicut, Kerala, India
Phone (Office) :+91-494-2407286
Mobile No. 09895622811
E-mail ID: dr.haneefa@gmail.com
Dept. Blog:http://cudlisc.blogspot.com
Gujarat Jobs: IRMA Requires Dy. Librarian and Assistant-II (Library) on contact at Anand, Gujarat
The Institute of Rural Management Anand (IRMA) is a premier, national level Institute for
Post Graduate, Doctoral and Mid-career/in-service education, research and consulting in
rural management. Founded in 1979, IRMA’s mission is to promote all-round sustainable rural development through professional management.
No. 1
Post: Deputy Librarian Post
Qualification and Experience :
The incumbent should have a Masters’ degree in Library and Information Science from reputed
Institutes and Universities with at least 55% marks and consistently good academic record. Bachelors Degree in Computer Applications is preferred. M.Phil in Library Science /Information Science is desirable. Minimum five years of post qualification experience in a leading and reputed Academic Institution /Library/ Research Centre is required. Professional commitment, experience in computerization of library and working knowledge of Libsys (Library software) is essential.
Salary will be Rs 42,000/- to Rs 50,700/- per month.
No of vacancy: 1
How to apply Candidates need to apply online on or before 30th April 2014 at https://www.irma.ac.in/careers/careers.php
No. 2
Post: Assistant-II (Library)
Qualification and Experience :
The incumbent should be Graduate in Library and Information Science. Masters Degree in Library and Information Science shall be preferred. One year’s post qualification experience in a reputed academic Library and working knowledge of LibSys (Library
software) is desirable. A specialized training of one year from a recognized
institution/organization in IT applications is required. The incumbent should also be well
versed to work in a computerized environment. Candidates below the age of 35 years are preferred.
Appointments will be made purely on contract basis for a period of five years with a consolidated remuneration of Rs.15,000/- per month.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. No TA/DA will be paid to the candidates for attending the interview.
For more information refer to
https://www.irma.ac.in/
Delhi Jobs: Vacancy of Chief Librarian at Supreme Court of India, Delhi
SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
F.6/Library/20 14-SCA(I)
New Delhi, dated April 15, 2014
ADVERTISEMENT
Applications are invited from candidates who fulfill the following
qualifications and other eligibility conditions as on 1.4.2014 for selection of suitable candidates for appointment to the post of Chief librarian, Supreme Court Library in the Pay Band of Rs.15600-39100/- with Grade Pay of Rs.7600/- plus other allowances as admissible under the rules in the Registry
of the Supreme Court of India.
Essential Qualifications
1. A degree in Law of a University in India recognized by the Bar Council of India or by any State Bar Council for enrolment as an Avocate
2. Master's Degree in Library Science of a recognised University
3. Diploma in Computer Application recognised by AICTE/DOEACC or
equivalent or Libarary Automation Course conducted by National Institute of Science Communication and Information Resources.
4. Knowledge of Computer application in Library work. It includes-
(i) knowledge and experience of working with any standard 'Library
Automation Software' for House keeping activities in the library such as cataloging, acquisition and circulation etc.
(ii) knowledge and experience
of computerized search both of on-line and off- line databases including of retrieval of desired information through various search engines/processes and
(iii) knowledge and experience of any software for developing In-House
databases for documentation work.
Experience
Minimum 5 years experience as a Librarian in a Library of a recognized
Univesity/Govt. Department/Statutory Body/Public Sector Undertaking with
knowledge of legal documentation and Bibliographical work.
The candidates should not be more than 50 years of age as on 1.4.2014.
General Information
Candidates who fulfill the prescribed qualifications, experience, age
requirement and other eligibility conditions as on 1.4.2014 should apply
giving full particulars (Bio-data) as per the proforma enclosed supported by
copies of all the relevant certificate and documents and a passport size
photograph affixing in the application, all duly attested by a Gazetted Officer.
Candidates who are already working in Government service should send their
application through proper channel. Applications not found as per prescribed
proforma or not supported by duly attested documents or attested photograph
will not be entertained. Candidates who do not fulfill the prescribed
qualifications and other eligibility conditions need not apply.
Eligible candidates shall be called for a Computer Test to ascertain
knowledge of Computer Application in Library work as mentioned above.
Candidates who qualify in the Computer Test will be called for Interview and
those who pass through the Computer Tests and Interview will be considered
for selection.
Selected candidates will be appointed on probation for a period of two
years in the first instance.
No TNDA will be payable to the candidates for appearing in the
Computer Test and Interview.
The application in a sealed cover indicating' APPLICATION FOR THE
POST OF CHIEF LIBRARIAN, SUPREME COURT LIBRARY' thereon and
addressed to Registrar (Admn.1), Supreme Court of India, Tilak Marg, New
Delhi-110201 may be sent so as to reach him on or before 10.5.2014.
Applications received after due date will not be entertained.
Sd/(
M.K.Hanjura)
Registrar (Admn.1)
APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF CHIEF LIBRARIAN
IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
Afflx recent
passpOlt size photo
duly attested by a
Gazetted Officer
1. Name
2. Father's/Husband's name
3. Date of birth -J
4. Age as on
5. (a) Correspondence address
I (b) Telephone Number
(e) E-mail address
6. Category (Gen/OBS/SC/ST)
7. Educational qualifications
8. Details of computer related qualification:-
(a) Diploma in computer application recognised by
AICTE/DOEACC or equivalent.
or
(b) Library Automation course conducted by National
Institute of Science Communication and Information
Resources (NISCIR).
9. Knowledge of Computer operation:-
(a) Knowledge and experience of working with any
standard "Library Automation Software" for House
keeping activities in the library such as cataloging,
acquisition and circulation etc.
(b) Knowledge and experience of computerized search
both of on-line and off-line databases including of
retrieval of desired information through various search
engines/processes.
(c) knowledge and experience of any software for
developing In-House databases for documentation work.
10. Experience as a Librarian in a Library of a recognised
University/Govt. Department/ Statutory Body/Public
Sector Undertaking, with knowledge of legal
documentation and Bibliographical work.
(With period and duration)
11, Details of employments in chronological order in library of repute /Iaw library
Office/
Institution/
Organisation
Post
held
From To Scale of Nature of
MY duties
12. Any other information
Place:
Date:
Signature of applicant
Note.: Attach all certificates duly attested by a Gazetted Officer In support of educational qualification/experience .
http://www.supremecourtofindia.nic.in
Friday, April 18, 2014
Announcement of MANLIBNET-LDP-2014
Dear All,
We are pleased to bring to your kind notice that MANLIBNET’s *Librarian
Development Programme (LDP) on "Open Access: Application in the
Libraries"* will
be held during *June 13-14, 2014* at *IMCC*, *Pune, Maharashtra*. We
believe, your strong presence and participation in the workshop will add value to both the workshop as well as the MANLIBNET.
We are, herewith, attaching the *LDP Brochure and registration form* for
your kind notice and information please. We request you to kindly
circulate it among your professional colleagues and research scholars and to different LIS forums.
We count on your support for a successful LDP.
With regards,
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Thanks & Regards,
Dr. Meeta Rathod
National Co-ordinator, MANLIBNET-LDP,
Librarian,
BRCM College of Business Administration,
Lal Bunglow,
Surat-395007.
Co. No. 09725039802.
MANLIBNET - LDP -2014.pdf