United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals - Temporary Job Opening - Library Assistant (G-6)

Sep 13, 2026

Temporary job opening for the position of Library Assistant, G-6, within the Mechanism Archives and Records Section (MARS) of the United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT) at the Arusha Branch. The role focuses on information processing and library services, including acquisition handling, cataloguing, classification and labeling, reference support, and digital full-text access through archival journals and legal databases. Key duties also cover loan services, user profile information dissemination, visitor guidance, research and document delivery, statistics compilation, and support for interns. Applications require submission of the UN Personal History Profile, cover letter, and recent ePAS electronically as one document, referencing the job opening number in the subject line. Core competencies emphasized include professionalism, teamwork, planning and organizing, and client orientation.

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United Nations International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals Temporary Job Opening (duration until 31 December 2018 with possibility of extension) Library Assistant, G-6 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS DATE OF ISSUANCE OFFICE LOCATION JOB OPENING NUMBER : : : : : 29 July 2018 16 July 2018 Registry/ MARS Arusha 2018/TJO/IRMCT/MARS/047-GS United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity Organizational setting and Reporting: This position is located within the Mechanism Archives and Records Section (MARS) of the International Residual Mechanism for Criminal Tribunals (IRMCT), Arusha Branch. Under the supervision of the Programme Officer (Librarian), the incumbent will be responsible for performing activities related to information processing, loan and reference services. Responsibilities: The incumbent will perform the following duties: • Receive, verify and equip new library materials; • Register new materials in the Library system management and perform the cataloguing operations; • Assign classification code, call numbers, print labels and affix them on library materials; • Review sources to identify appropriate reference materials that meet the information needs of IRMCT staff members and outside clients; • Provide links to the full text of electronic articles available through the archival journals and legal databases; • Create user profile and disseminate information proactively in the area of interest; • Provide visitors with information available in the library and/or through peer libraries; • Perform research and document delivery services using the existing range of specialized commercial databases and the library online Catalogue; • Participate in the selection and order of new library materials; • Work in concert with other library staff on various information projects, including the production of the IRMCT Bibliography; • Issue and monitor loan services in accordance with library guidelines; • Participate in the training of library interns and clients; • Participate in the compilation of library statistics; • Provide tours to library visitors and clients; • Perform other related duties as required. Core Competencies: • Professionalism – Knowledge of library operations, including rules of cataloguing and indexing. Ability to undertake research through legal databases and other information sources. Ability to comply with library guidelines. Ability to retrieve necessary materials with maximum speed and accuracy. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. • Teamwork – Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organisational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. • Planning and Organising – Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. • Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust an

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What is the application deadline and when was the job opening issued?

The deadline for applications is 29 July 2018, and the job opening was issued on 16 July 2018.

What duties will the Library Assistant (G-6) perform?

The role includes receiving and cataloguing new materials, assigning classification codes and call numbers, providing reference and full-text access, managing user profiles for proactive information dissemination, and delivering research and document services. It also covers loan services, supporting intern/client training, compiling library statistics, and providing library tours.

What are the required qualifications and language requirements?

A high school diploma (or equivalent) is required, with at least seven years of experience in library work or information management. Fluency in written and oral English is required; French is also a working language, and knowledge of French, Kinyarwanda, and/or Kiswahili is an asset.

Sep 13, 2026

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