Information Officer (Senior Librarian)
(Based: Bogor, Indonesia)
Headquartered in Bogor, Indonesia with offices in Africa and South America, the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a leading international forestry research organization established in response to global concerns about the social, environmental, and economic consequences of forest loss and degradation. CIFOR is dedicated to developing policies and technologies for sustainable use and management of forest products and services, and for enhancing the well being of people in developing countries who rely on tropical forests.
CIFOR works in over 30 countries worldwide and has links with researchers in 50 international, regional and national organizations. CIFOR is a member of the CGIAR (Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research).
CIFOR is looking for a dynamic Information Officer (Senior Librarian)
The Information Officer will provide leadership in managing digital library and information services and in managing repository and online publishing of the Center's scientific research outputs as global public goods.
The Information Officer will ensure efficient information services to all staff including regional offices, project sites and partners or collaborators located globally, and ensure efficient access to e-resources. She/he will ensure the complete capture of CIFOR scientific publications for archive and online publishing and for producing various reports.
The Information Officer will be responsible for the management and development of library systems in collaboration with the ICT team, and ensure the use of innovative ways to opening access of the scientific publications outputs to global audiences. She/he will also collaborate with international information centers to achieve high visibility and usability of CIFOR research outputs.
The Information Officer ensures that intellectual property rights or copyright regulations are appropriately applied. As the person responsible for managing the archive/repository and online dissemination of CIFOR's scientific publications, she/he will provide advice and assistance to researchers/scientists and management on copyright and open access policies.
The Information Officer should have considerable experience in working in special library and in working with or collaborate with international partners - that empowered the library to efficiently meet CIFOR's mission. She/he will: undertake collection and information resources development; develop strategies and work plans to improve efficient information services; supervise and mentor library staff. The Information Officer will also contribute to enhancing sharing of information within CIFOR and stakeholders.
Qualifications and Competencies:
* An advanced degree in Library Science with 10 years progressive experience in library and information services works, including 4 years of managerial position;
* Have a proven track record in both digital library management and information services;
* Fully conversant with use of new technology for communications and digital publishing, including the web tools; have the ability to manage digital & conventional materials;
* A good team leader and a team player who has proven performances in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment;
* Have excellent communication skills in both spoken and written forms;
* Have excellent management and organizational skills;
* Values the sharing of information and continuous improvement in a cooperative atmosphere of constructive evaluation and learning development;
* Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other international languages is desirable;
* Willingness to travel overseas if required.
Terms of Employment:
* CIFOR offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Compensation will be commensurate with skills and experience.
* The position is based in Bogor, Indonesia.
Application Process:
* Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is identified. All applications will be acknowledged, however only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All correspondence will be held in confidence.
* Interviews will be held in Bogor, Indonesia.
Interested candidates are invited to send a letter of interest and CV (including names and contact details of 3 referees) to:
Human Resources Department, CIFOR
E-mail: cifor-hr@cgiar.org
(Please indicate the position in the email subject line)
To learn more about CIFOR and living in Indonesia, visit our web site at: http://www.cifor.cgiar.org
