Assistant Archivist for Records Management - The American University in Cario
Location: Egypt - Cairo
Company Description:
Founded in 1919, AUC moved to a new 270-acre state-of-the-art campus in New Cairo in 2008. The University also operates in its historic downtown facilities, offering cultural events, graduate classes, and continuing education. Student housing is available in New Cairo. Among the premier universities in the region, AUC is Middle States accredited; its Engineering programs are accredited by ABET, its Chemistry program is accredited by the Canadian Society for Chemistry, and the School of Business is accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. The AUC Libraries contain the largest English-language research collection in the region and are an active and integral part of the University's pursuit of excellence in all academic and scholarly programs. AUC is an English-medium institution; eighty-five percent of the students are Egyptian and the rest include students from nearly ninety countries, principally from the Middle East, Africa and North America. Faculty salary and rank are based on qualifications and professional experience. According to AUC policies and procedures, all faculty are entitled to generous benefits.
Job Description:
The Libraries and Learning Technologies invite applications for a fixed term contract (two years renewable) position at the Instructor level. The search committee is eager to review applications of individuals with demonstrated excellence in records management, and an interest in living and working in the Middle East.
The Assistant University Archivist for Records Management will address the challenges of AUC's hybrid information environment, providing leadership within the AUC Records Management unit to support the university in transitioning to an electronic information environment. Working closely with the University Archivist and Director of AUC Records Management, the position holder will work to ensure that records and other information (in all formats including paper documentation) are managed according to best practices and standards: retrieved when needed (for legal, financial and operational needs), and preserved or disposed of as appropriate, for the benefit and protection of the University, including playing a key role in identifying and selecting systems for email management and other systems. The position holder will oversee AUC Records Management staff and storage areas and assure the efficient running of the operation and best use of space and resources. He/she will also seek opportunities to provide educational offerings beyond the AUC community via classes and workshops. The position holder will also support the mission of the University Archives in other ways, such as oral history, exhibitions, and preparation for AUC's 2019-20 Centennial.
Requirements:
Masters Degree in information/archival/library science preferably with records management specialization. While early career professionals are invited to apply, applicants should have experience in a records management setting including supervisory responsibilities.
Additional Information:
Position is open until filled.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must submit the following documents online:
a) a current resume or CV; b) a letter of interest; c) a statement of teaching philosophy; d) a completed AUC Personnel Information Form (PIF); e) A list of three references familiar with your professional background.
For more information, e-mail Mr. Philip Croom, ([email protected]; Ms. Sahar Sobeih, Assistant Dean, ([email protected]) or visit the department's website at http://schools.aucegypt.edu/library/Pages/default.aspx
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