Associate Librarian/ Librarian, Collections/ Singapore and Southeast Asia (SingSEA)

[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 preferred. Applicants with no experience may apply.
• Possess knowledge in local history and heritage; good research skills and familiar with Singapore content related publishing output.
• Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese is required, as the role involves managing and handling Chinese Collections
• 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
• 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.