Position: Associate (Corporate Development & Relations)
Position Type: Contract Position

Employer: National Library Board

Description:
At the National Library Board (NLB), our commitment is to bring the world’s knowledge to Singapore and to create a positive social and economic impact beyond expanding the learning capacity of the nation. Powering the knowledge-based economy with an extensive network of libraries and information centres, NLB offers an environment that fuels your imagination and passion for a rewarding career.

Responsibilities:
• Identify, influence and shape local, regional and global trends in the development of libraries, specifically, but not limited, to the areas of:
• Cultivating Reading and Information Literacy
• Safeguarding Published and Unpublished Heritage
• Developing Self-Sustaining Learning Communities
• Providing Knowledge Services to Support Learning, Application and Research
• Knowledge Acquisition (capturing and building access to knowledge assets)
• New forms of libraries and library services
• Benchmark NLB’s performance against leading libraries and identify best industry and professional practices in the organization, access to and dissemination of content
• Examine emerging trends in relevant global standards and propose migration paths, policies and strategies for NLB
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in testing of concepts within NLB or other libraries
• Active participation in Professional Communities (virtual/on-line)

Requirements:
• Bachelor Degree with 4 to 5 years of relevant experience
• Master of Science in Information Studies (MSc) preferred. Those without MSc should be experienced in either semantic web areas or knowledge management areas
• Preferably worked in multiple disciplines
• Adequate library experience to undertake research and monitor technology changes and the development of the Semantic Web, and social trends in learning
• Passionate, innovative and strategic in outlook
• Capable of working in unstructured environment

To apply, please visit our website at http://www.nlb.gov.sg/careers.
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Position: Associate Librarian / Librarian / Information Executive
Position Type: Fulltime/Part time

Employer: Explomo Consulting

Description:
Explomo Consulting is a Singapore based library services and solutions provider, catering to libraries and resource centres who want specialized services to meet their operational and technical requirements. We have a team of experienced and professional staff who will go the extra mile to meet and exceed the high level of service excellence that is expected in this industry. We work closely with our clients and partners to ensure that services are seamless and integrated to the core business of the organization. Join us now!

Responsibilities:
• Provide information processing and library technical services including cataloguing, processing and data creation.
• Provide consultancy services in library / resource centre.
• Run and operate a library or resource centre including user education, collection maintenance, library services.
• Coordinate and implement new services.
• Evaluate and propose new initiatives.
• Conduct training and promotional / publicity events.
• Work with clients and partners to provide end-to-end solutions.
• Develop programmes and promotional / publicity materials.
• Undertake project management and customer liaison.

Requirements:
• Diploma holder / Degree holder / Masters or equivalent
• Preferred field of study: Communications / Media Studies / Humanities / English Language / Library Science / Information Management
• Work experience in library / resource centre is an added advantage.
• Strong IT skills and good command of word processing software.
• Good writing skills including summary writing skills
• Interest in music, culture, heritage and social sciences.
• Able to adapt to changes and is a fast learner.
• Meticulous and thorough

Send in your CV together with photo, current salary and expected salary to skhew@explomo.com.sg by 5 Jan 2011. Please indicate if you are applying for full time or part time position.

Position: Librarian (Professional Services)

Employer: National Library Board (NLB)
At the National Library Board (NLB), our commitment is to bring the world’s knowledge to Singapore and to create a positive social and economic impact beyond expanding the learning capacity of the nation. Powering the knowledge-based economy with an extensive network of libraries and information centres, NLB offers an environment that fuels your imagination and passion for a rewarding career.

Responsibilities:
• Source and select Tamil materials both print, non-print, e-print and digital materials on all subject areas for the existing and developing libraries
• Review selection policies and maintain core lists
• Monitor commitment and expenditure
• Work with local vendors on materials supply and manage vendors’ performance
• Cultivate book knowledge and book-market awareness
• Carry out original cataloguing and meta-tagging according to required cataloging standards and practices
• Manage storage and distribution of materials to service points
• Train and manage staff
• Assist in annual budgeting

Requirements:
• Master of Science in Information Studies with 2 to 5 years of working experience
• Library administrative skills
• Skills in interpreting user/clients information needs
• Good communication skills (writing and speaking)
• Good command of English and Tamil (writing and speaking)

This is a contract position.
To apply, please visit our website at http://www.nlb.gov.sg/careers.
We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Position: Service Executive (Information Consultant) for Singapore & Indonesia

Employer: EBSCO Information Services
Established in 1944, EBSCO is the world’s leading information agent providing consultative services and cutting-edge technology for managing and accessing quality content, including print and e-journals, e-packages, research databases, e-books and more. Now more than ever libraries and research organizations are looking for new ways to manage their collections more efficiently. EBSCO Information Services has developed “e” discovery solutions, including EBSCO A-to-Z® and LinkSource® , as well as management solutions such as EBSCONET®, EBSCONET ERM Essentials™ and EBSCO MARC Updates. These services offer unparalleled integration to help librarians save time and money while empowering their users.

Responsibilities:
• Maintain and develop relationships with prospects & customers via meetings, telephone calls and emails;
• Visit potential customers to prospect for selling new business;
• Act as contact between company and its existing and potential markets;
• Negotiate terms of an agreement and close sales;
• Gather market and customer information;
• Representing the organization at trade exhibitions, events and demonstrations;
• Advise on forthcoming product developments and discussing special promotions;

Working Location: Singapore
Citizenship: Singapore
Position Type: Full-Time Regular
Required Travel: Yes within Singapore and some for Indonesia

Qualification criteria:
• Bachelors Degree (Master is a plus)
• Excellent writing, verbal communication in English.
• Demonstration ability & knowledge of information field.
• Familiar with Microsoft OFFICE, especially in EXCEL and Outlook.
• Minimum one year working experience in library industry, publishing or related fields.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Mr. Wei Tseng, subject field of your email must indicate location you apply for by December 22th, 2010.

Position: Senior Officer/Management Support Officer in Library Services (multiple positions)

Employer: Institute of Technical Education, Singapore

Description:
The Institute of Technical Education is a globally-recognised world-class institution for excellence in technical education. Here, you make an extraordinary difference because ours is a unique Hands-on, Minds-on, Hearts-on College Education. Our awards include the prestigious Singapore Quality Award and the inaugural Harvard-IBM Innovations Award in Transforming Government, affirmations of transformational leadership and passionate staff who bring us closer to becoming a Global Leader for Innovations in Technical Education. We are recruiting working professionals to join us as Senior Officer/Management Support Officer in Library Services.

Responsibilities:
You will be responsible for performing the various library functions to develop and manage the print, non-print and digital resources; catalogue and organise the library collection; provide reference and information services and develop and conduct user training programmes. You will also be required to identify, plan, manage and organise programmes and activities to promote the use of library and information resources, services and facilities and manage the electronic and digital library resources and services.

Your responsibilities include the following:
• Develop and manage the Library collection in print, non-print and electronic formats. This includes liaising with the teaching staff and students for collection development;
• Coordinate and perform the acquisitions, cataloguing and technical processing functions of the Library ensuring that the quality standards of the processing and bibliographic records are maintained;
• Identify and develop reference and information sources and provide research and reference services to staff and students;
• Operate and manage the loan and circulation services, shelving and upkeep of library facilities and premises;
• Identify, plan, develop, implement and evaluate programmes and activities in collaboration with teaching staff and students to support the development of students to be independent and collaborative learners through the use of the library resources, services and facilities;
• Plan and maintain electronic and digital resource development and organization of access to these digital resources and online services;
• Coordinate and manage the updating and maintaining of policies and provisions affecting the delivery of library resources and services;
• Plan and undertake review, formulation and implementation of existing and new library policies, procedures and guidelines in response to changing trends and needs;
• Collate and write library reports, including reports relating to library performance.

Requirements:
You should possess a Degree and/or professional Library or Information Science qualifications with relevant work experience in a computerised library environment. Candidates with Diploma, teaching qualifications and relevant working experience may also be considered.

You should have strong customer focus and interest in marketing and promotion of library services in an academic library, with the ability to work well with people at all levels. In addition, you should be a good team player with excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

We invite you to submit your application electronically via internet at www.ite.edu.sg.
Please visit our website for more details on this and other positions.

Position: Librarian Acquisitions / Subject Librarian

Employer: Nanyang Technological University Library

Description:
If you are passionate about supporting learning and teaching and research work in a university context and interested in the process of developing library collections, both physical and electronic, we would like to hear from you.

NTU Library currently operates seven subject libraries and is building a strong team of professional librarians to provide access to valuable print and electronic resources and create new services and tools to guide our users. Professional librarians perform dual roles. In addition to a functional role each librarian is appointed as subject librarian for a particular subject discipline.

Responsibilities:
• Especially in relation to Chinese language materials:
o Handle requests and enquiries and source and expedite purchases and donations
o Evaluate, select and maintain effective vendor relations with booksellers and suppliers
o Work closely with other librarians on collection development matters
• Undertake the role of a subject librarian in a specific discipline; including collection building, reference, liaison, teaching and promotion of library services.

Qualifications and Requirements:
For a librarian level appointment a Masters degree or Graduate Diploma in library and information science from a recognized university AND a good undergraduate degree is required. For an Assistant Librarian position a good undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as science or engineering and a willingness to undertake the NTU Masters in Information Studies degree part-time is necessary.

Essential:
• Strong proficiency in the Chinese language (for acquisitions work)
• Subject background in science or engineering
• Strong service orientation
• Proficiency in the use of technology
• Ability to communicate well with colleagues and users in individual and group settings
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team

Desirable:
• Sound experience in an academic library setting
• Teaching or training experience

Please apply using the Personal Particulars Form (Administrative and Support Positions) at www.ntu.edu.sg/hr/forms/AdminForm.doc. Email the completed form, with your curricula-vitae and cover letter to:
Deputy University Librarian
isabellatrahn@ntu.edu.sg
Tel: 6790 5208

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position: Research Assistants and Analysts

Employer: Converging Knowledge

Description:
Converging Knowledge is a boutique research firm specialising in commercial research and intelligence gathering for the corporate advisory and investment professionals in Singapore, Hong Kong and Malaysia. We are looking for suitably qualified Research Assistants and Analysts, to work full-time and based in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. Candidates have to be enthusiastic individuals with good interpersonal, telephone and writing skills, and are interested in meticulous commercial and industry research. Please note that all applicants are required to undertake a written test.

Responsibilities:
• Collection, collation and analysis of information from the research of open-source records to support research projects
• Production of research reports and presentations in English
• Managing and conducting complex projects throughout the Asia-Pacific region;
• Proficiency in information databases such as Nexis, Factiva, Bloomberg an advantage
• Working closely with in-house researchers

Requirements:
• You are likely to have obtained a tertiary education in a respectable university
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Proficient in another Asian language, preferably Mandarin, Bahasa Indonesia, Malay or Thai
• Strong communication skills and pleasant telephone manner
• Keen interest in research and/or business, financial and political news
• Demonstrate strong analytical, writing and presentation skills

Please submit your resume if possible with photo to: adminsupport@convergingknowledge.com

Positions:
1. Assistant Director (Strategic Planning & Development)
2. Senior Manager/Manager (Corporate Communication & International Relations)

Employer: DesignSingapore Council

Description:
The mission of the DesignSingapore Council is to develop Singapore into a global city for design where design innovation drives economic growth and enhances the quality of life. DesignSingapore promotes and develops the design industries as a creative cluster, encourages the adoption of design by enterprises and nurtures a climate of co-creation and innovation through design.

The DesignSingapore Council is the national agency for design and is a part of the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts. We would like to invite you to apply for the following positions in the Planning & Communications cluster. This cluster manages all communication and flow of information and knowledge within and outside of the organisation. It also prepares materials in different forms and media to assist Management in planning and strategising for the future.

Assistant Director (Strategic Planning & Development)
This unit conducts studies and research to prepare data and information to support senior management in areas such as performance measurement, strategy and international benchmarking.

Senior Manager/Manager (Corporate Communication & International Relations)
This unit establishes a channel to reach out to the media and all stakeholders to provide them with pertinent information on Singapore design. It also helps to build and grow relationships with international design organisations and government agencies for long-term partnerships.

For more information and for other job postings, visit our website or contact Adrian Heok.

Position: Software Application Developer

Employer: Estatebuzz.com

Description:
Have you had the desire to be part of a creative new business but never got the opportunity? Here’s your chance:

An exciting, well-funded, new startup, co-founded by a seasoned entrepreneur and an entreprising Masters graduate from Stanford University is looking to hire a software application developer. Be amongst the first few people to join this striking new business that aims to change the lives of hundreds of thousands of people! Competitive salaries and a share in the company await the successful candidates.

Requirements:
• Passion for Web Development, Web 2.0, Mobile applications & Social Media
• Asp.net 2.0 programmer using C# and VB.
• SQL 2005 or above knowledge is an advantage
• Strong compliance with HTML4 &5, CSS and Jquery
• With or without experience
• Only Singaporeans or PRs

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive FULL resume together with a recent photograph to honmeng.moh@estatebuzz.com

The National Institute of Education is seeking creative, service-oriented and highly motivated librarians who have an eye for detail to join the Library and Information Services as a Manager (Cataloguing and Metadata Services) and as a Manager (Library Systems). Candidate must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.

Position: Manager (Cataloguing and Metadata Services)

Employer: National Institute of Education, Singapore

Requirements:
A good University degree and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Library and/or Information Science with a minimum of 5 years of cataloguing and metadata management experience, preferably in an academic library environment.

Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in cataloguing and metadata management of print and electronic resources.
• Responsible for managing the cataloguing module of the library system and quality of the library catalogue
• Responsible for development of policies, procedures and standards for cataloguing and metadata services
• Serving as resource person for cataloguing and metadata issues
• Participating in collection development, instructional programmes and outreach initiatives
• Providing reference and research services on scheduled evening and weekend shifts
• Leading / collaborating on library projects, peer training and staff development

Position: Manager (Library Systems)

Employer: National Institute of Education, Singapore

Requirements:
A good University degree and a recognised postgraduate qualification in Library and/or Information Science, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in library system administration, technology planning and budgeting, preferably in an academic library environment.

Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction in administration of the integrated library system (SIRSIDynix) and related applications.
The job scope includes:
• Managing the integrated library system (SIRSIDynix), including development and maintenance of interfaces between SIRSIDynix and other systems, integration of locally developed and third party applications, and functional support for SIRSIDynix modules
• Responsible for development of policies, procedures and standards for integrated library system and related applications
• Serving as principal point of contact with the vendors, computer personnel and library staff to resolve operational issues
• Participating in web development, instructional programmes and outreach initiatives
• Providing reference and research services on scheduled evening and weekend shifts
• Leading / collaborating on library projects, peer training and staff development

University graduates without relevant experience or library qualifications may also apply for the post of Assistant Librarian. The successful candidate may be supported to complete a Master degree in Information Studies on a part-time basis.

Interested applicants, please forward your detailed resume and NIE prescribed Job Application Form (obtainable from NIE website) to :

The Head
Human Resource Department
National Institute of Education
1 Nanyang Walk
Singapore 637616

Website : www.nie.edu.sg
Closing Date : 15 Oct 10

Other Information: NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.