Job Responsibilities

The officer's responsibilities entail:

i) Collaborating with the Institute's senior management to establish the vision, mission, objectives, and overarching policies of information science

ii) Implementing strategies to enhance the efficiency of Resource Centre services at KMFRI

iii) Establishing partnerships with other Libraries and Resource Centres to facilitate information sharing (e-library)

iv) Directing the Institute library towards achieving excellence across all strategic dimensions of library operations

v) Developing outreach initiatives as part of the Knowledge Sharing strategy within the Institute

vi) Ensuring accessible storage of information for users

vii) Facilitating effective dissemination of information and research findings as required

viii) Updating Knowledge Management information databases regularly

ix) Supporting the implementation of the Knowledge Management System

x) Creating a comprehensive records management program

xi) Developing systems for record cataloguing, coding, and classification, and overseeing their implementation

xii) Providing staff training on record creation, usage, and management

xiii) Coordinating the design and implementation of an electronic records management system

xiv) Managing the transition from paper-based to electronic records management systems

xv) Overseeing the development and implementation of a records retention and disposal schedule

xvi) Staying informed about legal requirements regarding data storage and protection

xvii) Providing directives for the preparation of information science budgets, procedures, and schedules

xviii) Organizing information science staff into functional teams and services

xix) Offering authoritative advice on information management to management, the Institute, or external stakeholders

xx) Ensuring the safety and security of information in the Resource Center and registries

xxi) Executing organizational plans in alignment with top management policies and directives

xxii) Transmitting important reports and data to senior management

xxiii) Assessing the performance of subordinate staff

xxiv) Encouraging lower-level managers to strive for improved performance

xxv) Procuring necessary equipment, materials, and services to support role performance

xxvi) Undertaking any additional duties as assigned periodically