Munyaradzi Joseph Dewa
Librarian
Eberswalde
Summary
Adaptable librarian with extensive experience providing first-class results. Meets job demands and deadlines through diligent work-ethic and dedication to quality. Hardworking and focused Administrative professional offering excellent communication, planning and prioritization skills demonstrated through 8 years of performance. Skilled at drafting reports and business correspondence, managing mail and updating tracking spreadsheets. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to optimize personnel strengths.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian
Catholic university in Zimbabwe
11.2013 - 3 2021
- Maintained inventory of contents for rare books and archives collections to cater to wider patrons and enhance research.
- Compiled circulation statistics to draft reports, providing consistent and updated information.
- Helped teachers incorporate literacy skills and build a love of education in students of all backgrounds.
- Developed and enforced circulation policies and procedures to determine compliance.
- Coached students, faculty and staff to use electronic, print and internet resources, maintaining equipment and resources.
- Planned and delivered bibliography-writing instruction sessions to assist students with book reports and assignments.
- Troubleshot technical problems with library computers and other technology to rectify errors and fulfil upgrades, avoiding work disruptions.
- Processed average of material and supply orders to reconcile inventory, maintaining accuracy and consistency.
- Kept current on developments in field by attending conferences, applying best industry practices and quality standards.
- Kept resources in neat, clean and working fashion to maintain availability for use.
- Oversaw media supplies, main catalogue and permanent records to maintain organised library, documenting incoming and outgoing items.
- Managed and maintained library maps collection to safeguard and store important data.
Library Assistant intern
Women's university in Africa
01.2013 - 03.2021
- Assisted patrons with network logins and user access to password-protected library resources.
- Returned books to circulation by placing on proper shelves.
- Greeted all library patrons with smiles and offered assistance with any needs or issues.
- Answered patrons' questions and assisted in finding requested materials.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental sciences
Thai Nguyen university of forestry
Degree - Social Science in Development
Catholic university in Zimbabwe
Diploma of Higher Education - Library Sciences
Harare Polytechnic college
Master of Science - Masters in Biosphere reserve and management
Eberswalde university of sustainability
Skills
Microsoft Office
Data analysis
Document management
Problem-solving skills
Verbal Communication
Database entry
Records administration
Recordkeeping
Filing and data archiving
Languages
English
Timeline
Librarian
Catholic university in Zimbabwe
11.2013 - 3 2021
Library Assistant intern
Women's university in Africa
01.2013 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Environmental sciences
Thai Nguyen university of forestry
Degree - Social Science in Development
Catholic university in Zimbabwe
Diploma of Higher Education - Library Sciences
Harare Polytechnic college
Master of Science - Masters in Biosphere reserve and management
Eberswalde university of sustainability