Library Manager

Dubai Culture
United Arab Emirates
Full timeFunction: Business OperationsExperience: 7+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Leadership","Strategic planning","Operations management","Data analysis","Communication"]

Manage the library’s strategic and operational plans, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives in line with the organization’s strategy. Develop and enforce library policies, oversee daily operations, and lead development of physical and digital information resources. Drive educational and cultural programs, analyze visitor data to enhance user experience, and ensure compliance for collections, facilities, and safety. Oversee digital infrastructure, procurement and cataloging, staff training, and financial/performance reporting.

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Dubai Culture
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Library Manager

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Job Summary

Manage the library’s strategic and operational plans, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives in line with the organization’s strategy. Develop and enforce library policies, oversee daily operations, and lead development of physical and digital information resources. Drive educational and cultural programs, analyze visitor data to enhance user experience, and ensure compliance for collections, facilities, and safety. Oversee digital infrastructure, procurement and cataloging, staff training, and financial/performance reporting.
Location: United Arab Emirates
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Business Operations
Seniority: Manager level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Develop, implement, and monitor the library’s strategic and operational plans, programs, KPIs, and improvement plans; provide periodic performance reports.
  • •Develop and adopt library policies, methodologies, and procedures for public library operations; ensure execution and compliance by relevant teams.
  • •Oversee daily library operations including visitor activities, events, and services, ensuring the highest quality and sustainability standards.
  • •Plan and manage development of physical and digital information resources; lead educational, cultural, and community programs for diverse audiences.
  • •Oversee library digital infrastructure (websites, smart applications, automated systems), procurement and preparation of new books/resources, cataloging/classification quality, visitor satisfaction monitoring, and staff training.

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Library and Information Sciences, Education, or Project Management (or equivalent) from an accredited university.
  • •7+ years of relevant work experience.
  • •Ability to develop and implement strategic and operational plans and performance indicators for the library.
  • •Experience overseeing library operations, information resources, and visitor services with a focus on quality and sustainability.
  • •Experience managing digital infrastructure, procurement, cataloging/classification, and reporting including operational and financial performance.
Experience:7+ years
Education:Bachelor's in Business Administration, Public Administration, Library and Information Sciences, Education, or Project Management
Skills:LeadershipStrategic planningOperations managementData analysisCommunication

Company Brief

Dubai Culture
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority promotes and develops Dubai’s cultural sector through events, heritage preservation, arts programming, policy making, and support for cultural institutions to enhance the emirate’s creative ecosystem and cultural identity.
Industry: Government
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Government & Public Sector
Funding: Government Funded
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2008
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