CURRICULUM VITAE JOHN WAWERU NG ANG A C/O UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI LIBRARY P.O. BOX 30197-00100 NAIROBI, KENYA. Mobile: +254 721 860 387. Email: kakaextra@gmail.com johnw@uonbi.ac.ke CAREER PROFILE Ten (10) years experience of working with institutions of higher learning specifically tasked with general library management, development assignments, radio broadcasting and technical work in language laboratories. Currently in charge of information literacy programmes at the University of Nairobi, School of Business Library. PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Proven achiever, committed to delivering results with appropriate resources. Creative, assertive and spontaneous to new challenges encountered. Results oriented. Competent in administrative techniques, social, loyal and persistent. CORE COMPETENCES AND KEY QUALIFICATIONS Extensive experience in training students and faculty on how to use internet resources antiplagiarism software, referencing tools and access to online data bases. Good knowledge of providing timely and quality user-centred print and electronic information to faculty students and staff (SDI and CAS services) Good knowledge of selection and acquisition of relevant resources for research teaching and learning. Uses of library automated circulation system to circulate materials to library users, including checking materials in and out, process holds, registering borrowers, and collecting fines and fees. Good knowledge of safe custody of all records, documents, files, letters etc within the Department. Good knowledge of periodic records audit and organize document disposals as per the retention schedule. Good knowledge of researching on topics and required information for broadcast. Good knowledge of planning and rehearsing programs for broadcast. Experience in liaising with other members of the radio production and technical team/s.
Book Chapter Academic Research PUBLICATIONS 1. Waweru J. (2016), Impact of performance contracting on University of Nairobi library services Upcoming book chapter by the Institute of Knowledge Management Kenya. 1. Ongoing field research on the Influence of the service charter on the University of Nairobi library services and operations a partial fulfillment to the requirements of Masters of Science degree (Library and Information Science) 2. Field research on Use of internet resources by Post-Graduate students of Kiswahili Peer reviewed journal publications Conference Papers Articles Department Kenyatta University a partial requirement to the fulfillment of a Bachelor Degree in Library and Information science. 1. Waweru, J. (2016), Leading versus managing libraries in Kenya Maktaba Journal of the Kenya Library Association Vol.3 No.1, 2015 pp. 105 2. Waweru, J. (2014), Infopreneurship ideas for Librarians in Kenya Maktaba Journal of the Kenya Library Association Vol.3 No.1, 2015 pp. 15 1. Leading versus managing libraries in Kenya. A paper to be presented at the annual Kenya Library Association international conference, July 2016 2. Improving the image of library profession in Kenya: reasons for librarians concern a conference. A paper to be presented at the annual Kenya Library Association international conference, July 2015 3. Infopreneurship ideas for Librarians in Kenya, A paper presented to Kenya Library Association International Conference, June 2014 1. University should equip freshers with life skills- a Newspaper article on the Daily Nation 15 th August 2015 2. Content development the roles of experts, 2013 available at: https://profiles.uonbi.ac.ke/johnw/blog/2014/03/content-development-roles-experts 3. Library orientation, 2014 available at: https://profiles.uonbi.ac.ke/johnw/blog/2014/03/library-orientation 4. Reflections in celebration, available at: https://profiles.uonbi.ac.ke/johnw/blog/2014/03/reflections-celebration 5. Developing counties by investing in information centres 2016-Unpublished 6. Reflections on 55 th graduation ceremony 2016- Unpublished 7. State of the Nation a reflection 2016- Unpublished 2
PROFESSIONAL AFFLIATION Kenya Library Association (KLA) - Member Standing Conference of Eastern, Central and Sothern African Library and Information Assossiation (SCECSAL) Member African Library & Information Associations & Institutions (AFLIA) International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) CONFERENCES ATTENDED KENYA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 25TH 27TH JUNE 2016 Conference theme Postmodern Information and Knowledge Impact on Organizational Growth and Development KENYA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 25TH 27TH JUNE 2015 Conference theme was From the periphery to the center stage: the information profession and National Discourse KENYA LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 25TH 27TH JUNE 2014 Conference theme Emerging Opportunities in the Information World TRAININGS AND WORKSHOPS ATTENDED 20 th 24 th JUNE 2016 Digital repository short course Installation of DSpace Software/Introduction to Institutional Repositories (IR)/Digitization/Administering IR using Dspace software. University of Nairobi Library 15 th 17 th APRIL 2015 Essentials social media skills for information workers. Organized by the Regional Institute of Information and Knowledge Management at the Clarion Hotel, Nairobi 29 th JANUARY 2015 University staff performance appraisal system. Organized By University of Nairobi ICT directorate at Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library (JKML) 24 th February 2014 Staff socialization/ sensitization workshop. Organized By University of Nairobi Library at Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library (JKML). 14 th February 2014 E- Resources and emerging ICT. Organized By University of Nairobi Library digital content Unit at Jomo Kenyatta Memorial Library (JKML) March 2010-Kenyatta University- Kongamano la Kiswahili kuhusu:- Kiswahili na maendeleo yake Kiswahili na vyombo vya habari Kiswahili na tafsiri Kiswahili na uchapishaji 0ctober 2011: September 2006 Eldoret Polytechnic Personal Transformation, Self Awareness, Personal strategic plan Seminar 3
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND September 2013 Masters of Science (Library and Information Studies) Moi University (On-going) 2008 2012: Bachelor of Library and Information Science (BLIS) Kenyatta University, Nairobi. 2004-2006 Diploma Information Science (DIS) Eldoret Polytechnic, Eldoret. 2000 2003: Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E) Queen of Apostles Seminary, Nairobi. 1990 1999: Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (K.C.P.E) Kesogon Primary School, Kitale. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Certified Public Secretary CPS I & II (KASNEB) Certificate course in Computer Applications at Queen of Apostle Seminary Ruaraka. Trained in general Research, Data collection and Analysis and Stata: Data Analysis and Statistical Software- Kenyatta University. Trained in Project Proposal writing, General research, Data collection and Analysis organized by KU-IDea Kenyatta University. WORK AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE JULY 2015 TODATE: LIBRARY ASSISTANT, UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI LIBRARY SOB LIBRARY Key Responsibilities:- In-charge Information literary programmes and the library helpdesk: Providing readers advisory services and bibliographic instructions to users on : Anti-plagiarism software turnitin Referencing and citation tools Zotero and Medley Remote access Network settings and configuration Network access account settings Users support on access and retrieval information from online and electronic databases. Providing Current Awareness Services and Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI) via both manual and electronic channels. Training patrons on retrieval of print resources via the Online public access catalogue 4
FEBRUARY 2013 TO JUNE 2015: LIBRARY ASSISTANT, UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI LIBRARY CBPS LIBRARY Key Responsibilities:- In-charge cataloguing CBPS Library Providing readers advisory services and bibliographic instructions to users. Users support to access and retrieval information from online and electronic databases. Library automating cores including (electronic bibliographic data entries, bar-coding, online cataloguing, and maintenance of online public catalogue (OPAC) records. Providing books' circulation & lending services through automated circulation module. Cataloging, shelf listing and classifying newly purchased books using International cataloguing (AACR II) and Library of Congress classification standards. Processing acquisitions and orders documents for new books to be purchased. Providing Current Awareness Services and Selective Dissemination of Information (SDI) via both manual and electronic channels. MARCH 2007-January 2013: DEPARTMENTAL LIBRARIAN/TECHNICIAN KISWAHILI AND AFRICAN LANGUAGES DEPARTMENT KENYATTA UNIVERSITY Key Responsibilities:- Retrospective conversion. Cataloguing/ Classification. Review records to compile list of overdue books and issue overdue notices to borrowers. Develop and maintain a filing/classification index. Ensure safe custody of all records, documents, files, letters etc within the Department. Manage archived information; facilitate access and retrieval of documents. Manage the timely delivery of both internal/external and incoming/outgoing mail. Conduct periodic records audit and organize document disposals as per the retention schedule. Training students and faculty on how to use internet resources and to access online data bases and other electronic resources. Indexing and abstracting of theses and academic journals. Providing timely and quality user-centred print and electronic information to faculty students and staff. 5
Liaise with faculty for selection and acquisition of relevant resources for research teaching and learning Searches for requested materials. Read shelves to assure correct order and assist with weeding. Uses library automated circulation system to circulate materials to library users including checking materials in and out, process holds, registering borrowers, and collecting fines and fees. Other duties as assigned. JULY 2008-2012 : NEWS ANCHOR/PRESENTER KENYATTA UNIVERSITY RADIO 99.9F.M As a radio presenter my responsibility include preparing and presents programs, road and traffic updates, weather updates, job announcements, exchange rates and other information. Conducts live interviews and introduces music, performances or special events on radio. Respecting the University culture, balancing the tone and language of the Radio socially and politically Summary of duties: Researching on topics and required information. Planning and rehearsing programs. Liaising with other members of the production and technical team/s. During the broadcast am also involved in: 1. Introducing and hosting programs. 2. Interviewing guests in the studio, by telephone or on location. 3. Playing music. 4. Reading short news (Traffic updates, weather or other reports. 5. Reviewing books, films, music or newspapers. 6. Providing links between programs. 7. Responding positively and quickly to problems or changes and improvising where necessary. 8. Any other duties assigned by the Broadcast Manager/Director 6
August 2009: Kitale Museum Library (Industrial Attachment). Key Responsibilities:- Cataloguing and Classification. Acquisition. Library management. Dissemination of information. Performs simple reader's advisory and reference work. Shelves returned materials. Searches for requested materials. Read shelves to assure correct order and assist with weeding. Other duties as assigned. Continuity Announcer (Emcee) 55 th Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 3 rd September 2016 54 th Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 6 th December 2015 Library Open week between 22 nd and 25 th October 2015 53 rd Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 2 nd September 2015 52 nd Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 5 th December 2014 Library Open week between 21 st and 24 th October 2014 51 st Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 29 th August 2014 All African University Games (Federation of African University Games (FASU) 7th edition) at the University of Nairobi (10th 18th July 2014.) 50th Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 6 th December 2013 Library open week 2013 49th Graduation ceremony at the University of Nairobi on 23rd August 2013 First Sports activities for RRI on the Role of the University of Nairobi in The Implementation of Kenya Constitution. 33rd and 34th Graduation Ceremony at Kenyatta University December 2010 Regional Games (East Africa Inter- Universities Sports Championship) at Kenyatta University 7
COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMME 25 th November 2013: Community Outreach visit to Kirigiti Girls Rehabilitation, organized by the University of Nairobi Library 10 th October 2010: Attended a student motivation and sensitization talk at TEMBWO Sec. School Sotik District. 16 th October 2010: Actively participated a student motivation and sensitization talk at St. John Mulungu in Kitui. 21 st January 2011: Participated in the motivation and sensitization of students at Tututha Secondary School Mbooni West District 23 rd January 2011: Actively participated in motivation and sensitization talk at Gatunguru Boys Sec.Thika District. RESPONSIBILITIES 2005 2006: Chairman, student Union (EPSU) Eldoret Polytechnic Town Campus 2002 2003: Chairman, Debate Mjadala Club- Queen of Apostles Seminary. REFEREES Prof. Vincent Onywera, Registrar Research and extension, Kenyatta University, P.O. Box 43844 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Cell phone: +254 721 813144 Dr. John Mugubi, Chairman, Department of Theater Arts and Filming Technology, Kenyatta University, P.O. Box 43844 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Cell phone: +254 724 788 668 Dr. Richard M.N Wafula, Chairman, Department of Kiswahili and African Languages, Kenyatta University, P.O. Box 43844 00100, Nairobi- Kenya. Cell phone: +254 723 985 166 8