Roles and Responsibilities:-

• Oversee the library to ensure cleanliness, order, and protection of the library’s resources.
• Develop and organize library inventory (e.g., books, collections, periodicals, multimedia, etc.).
• Conduct regular checks and updates on database information.
• Help patrons research reading materials and references.
• Publish and update content on SAFFIR’s website (e.g., book summaries, reviews, blog, etc.).
• Research and implement new information system techniques.
• Organize activities and promotional events (e.g., youth football, author readings, book reviews, etc.).
• Manage library budgeting and billing for new equipment.
• Support researchers and international visitors’ requests.
• Establish and implement digital library policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective operations.
• Monitor the digital library's usage and maintain accurate records of library materials, such as circulation statistics and inventory.
• Classify and catalog new acquisitions using appropriate library classification systems.
• Perform updates and maintenance for the digital library system on a regular basis.
• Assist patrons in accessing digital library resources easily, answering inquiries, and providing guidance and support for their research needs.
• Collaborate with researchers, educators, and other professionals to optimize the digital library’s offerings.
• Ensure the digital content complies with copyright and data protection laws in Saudi Arabia.
• Stay updated on new trends and technologies in digitalization and e-library science, and recommend innovative solutions to enhance the SAFFIR library.
• Support in organizing the calendars of SAFFIR.
• Ensure that all documents and procedures are clearly arranged.
• Assist in maintaining good feedback with the Saudi academic community and the scientific board of SAFFIR.
• Assist with the research process.
• Play an active role and contribute to SAFFIR’s promotion and reputation.
• Create profiles for SAFFIR staff, researchers, and fellow visitors.
• Deliver lectures in Arabic upon request.
• Work from the SAFFIR office every day.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent in Library Science; a master’s in Library Science or Information Management is a plus.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Experience in working with researchers and academics.
• Experience in working in archives.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilit

• Prior knowledge of football or experience is ideal however not essential.
• Ability to follow regulations and schedules (prior knowledge is desirable).
• Problem-solving. - Arabic and English, written and verbal.
• Night and weekend work is required.
• Commitment to SAFF values, behaviors and culture .