(15 May 2025) Reporting to the University Librarian, the appointee will be responsible for (a) contributing as a member of the Library’s Senior Management team to Library-wide strategic direction, planning and budget allocation and to all initiatives that advance the Library; (b) developing a strategic plan for the Library’s digital presence and activity, ensuring the IT infrastructure, the integrated library system and library’s technologies support the Library’s mission and strategic plan; (c) advising the University Librarian on developments in digital services and innovation and representing the Library on internal and external committees, working groups, etc.; (d) leading and managing a team of professional and support staff particularly in Library IT and Digital Initiatives; (e) leading inter-departmental projects and advising on the development and implementation of standards for digital services; and (f) any other duties as assigned.
Applicants should have (i) a good degree plus a postgraduate qualification in librarianship or information science, or equivalent; (ii) substantial, at least ten years, recent experience of working at a senior level in an academic library, including at least five years at a managerial level; (iii) excellent interpersonal and communication skills, team leadership and change management experience; (iv) proven ability to work collaboratively and influence senior academics and managers; (v) experience of managing multiple, complex projects; (vi) strong understanding of contemporary changes in research libraries and key developments in research, learning and teaching within higher education; and (vii) evidence of applying strategic thinking, vision and analytical skill to achieve measurable, high quality operational outcomes. Proficiency in both English and Chinese is desirable.
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