Associate Librarian/Librarian, Collections/Singapore and Southeast Asia

National Library Board

Fixed TermsClosed

What the role is

The National Library Board (NLB) nurtures Readers for Life, Learning Communities and a Knowledgeable Nation by promoting reading, learning and history through our network of 28 libraries across Singapore, the National Library and the National Archives of Singapore.

At NLB, you can look forward to a flexible, hybrid work environment with rewarding, impactful deliverables that improve the lives of the community. With caring colleagues, you will be in an ideal environment for professional development, innovation and impact.

We can offer you:
• A chance to Impact the Community, bridge gaps and empower everyone with the opportunity for learning and discovery.
• An opportunity to Innovate and Push Boundaries. We value ideas, curiosity and a passion for innovation to transform our libraries and archives.
• An organisation that Cares for your Growth and Wellbeing through investment in staff development and wellbeing in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will be part of the team that develops core national and reference collections, in particular on Singapore and Southeast Asia, and to deliver a comprehensive suite of information products and services to meet the research, information and knowledge needs of library patrons, thereby contributing to NLB's vision and mission.

Location: National Library Board, 100 Victoria Street, Singapore 188064
Division: National Library/ Collections - SingSEA

What you will be working on

Contribute to strategic collection development and management to build a relevant and comprehensive Singapore and Southeast Asia collection
Build and enhance national collection (Singapore and Southeast Asia) by collecting, evaluating & researching as well as documenting primary materials of established Singapore history and heritage.
Plan and implement quality content creation, curation and outreach activities to promote National Library's collections
Deliver in-depth reference services for specialized areas such as answering reference / research enquiries and provision of research assistance to researchers. (e.g. Research Fellows and Consult-A-Librarian Service).
Guide users and staff on use of library resources including planning and conduct of library user education /instructional programs, particularly in areas of specialization.
Produce authoritative resource aids for users of all capabilities, especially researchers from leading institutions.
Implement and monitor networking, collaboration and engagement with communities to grow the National Library's existing networks and resources
Establish and manage contacts with local, regional and international experts in area of subject specialization as well as nurture new avenues of community contact.
Curate and conduct guided tours of the National Library visitors and peers from local and overseas institutions and showcase the National Library's collections and services
Implement operational and project management for organizational success

What we are looking for

2-5 years of working experience
Possess knowledge in local history and heritage; good research skills and familiar with Singapore content related publishing output.
Good project management, organizational, communication and writing skills.
Strong interest in library services with good inter-personal skills and networking abilities
Able to interpret the information needs of users and clients with good working knowledge of digital content and online platforms.
Good communication and inter-personal skills
Team Player, meticulous and analytical
Able to speak & write in Tamil Language. As the incumbent will be curating content and handling Tamil collections, proficiency in Tamil is also required.
Required to perform shift work and work on weekends, when necessary.

The successful candidate will be appointed on a 2-year contract in the first instance. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About National Library Board

To each reader, the library is a window to a vibrant imagination and exciting possibilities. For families, the library experience occupies a special in their hearts and of memories collected over generations. Libraries hold a special and familiar place in each of our hearts. NLB seeks to provide a trusted, accessible and globally-connected library and information service so as to promote a knowledgeable and engaged society. If you share our passion to create memorable library experiences for all our readers, we invite you to join the NLB family.