Research and writing articles for journal publications
Edmont Pasipamire
Librarian/Information Specialist
53 Bakers Crescent Summer Greens, Cape Town
Summary
I am a dedicated Librarian with over 12 years of expertise in library and information science, specializing in managing library operations, digital resources, and user services. Proficient in using advanced library management systems like Symphony/SirsiDynix, I excel at training users in navigating digital databases such as EBSCOhost, Sabinet, and Emerald. I have a strong track record in information literacy education, conducting interactive training sessions, and supporting academic research with personalized assistance. Known for exceptional organizational, analytical, and communication skills, I have successfully implemented effective library strategies and produced comprehensive reports. Committed to advancing library and information science, I aim to support academic excellence and promote information equity through innovative and inclusive library services.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
43
43
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certificates
1
1
Language
Work History
Information specialist
Rosebank College
3 2020 - Current
- Managing information using Symphony/ SirsiDynix database
- Managing cyber centre using MyPC
- Assisting students to upload assignments on Turnitin and safe Assign
- Writing monthly library reports, compiling statistics and digital library resources for assessment
- Managing the day‑to‑day activities of the Information Centre
- Conducting class visits and live interactive training sessions for students and lecturers
- Supporting learning by teaching information literacy skills to students and staff within the classroom or virtual learning environment
- Assist students with academic writing, referencing and search skills
- Trains students and lecturers on how to use the library databases to enable them to do research and access information required (Ebscohost, Sabinet and Emerald).
- Actively participated in professional development opportunities, staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies within the field of information science.
- Streamlined data retrieval processes for faster response times and increased customer satisfaction.
- Served as a subject matter expert in information science, providing consultation services to other departments and participating in cross-functional projects as needed.
- Coordinated outreach events to promote awareness of available resources and encourage community engagement with the library''s offerings.
School Librarian
Nkosiyethu Primary School
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisting students to evaluate, synthesize and present information
- Help students use a range of resources and technologies
- Manning circulation, reference, and reserve desks
- Enforcing library policies and regulations
- Managing an automated library system
- Cataloguing and classification.
- Promoted digital literacy through training sessions on navigating online databases, e-books, and other web-based resources.
- Enhanced student research skills by implementing innovative information literacy programs and workshops.
- Streamlined the library collection by conducting regular inventory checks and updating materials for relevance and currency.
Campus Librarian
Oval International Computer Education
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Managing an automated library system
- Promoting student success through information literacy skills instruction
- Developing policies and procedures to improve library operations
- Providing instruction in the access, use, and evaluation of library resources for individuals
- Recommending and selecting resources for the library
- Cataloguing and classification
- Monitors and assures accuracy of bibliographic records with current cataloguing standards and practices
- Configuring properties, toolbars, staff access, and user records.
- Assisted with the development of strategic plans for library growth and improvement, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and objectives.
- Optimized space utilization within the library facility through thoughtful design and organization of physical layouts.
- Provided expert instruction on using print and electronic resources during one-on-one consultations or group workshops.
- Increased patron satisfaction with timely responses to reference inquiries, utilizing extensive knowledge of information sources.
Manager
Fishways Broadacres, Fourways
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Total receipts and balance against sales, deposit receipts, and lock facility at end of the day
- Select or create successful menu items based on many considerations, and assign prices based on cost analysis
- Recruit, hire and oversee training for staff
- Schedule work hours for servers and kitchen staff
- Monitor food preparation and methods
- End of day cash up
- Delegating duties to staff.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Librarian
Education Alive School, JHB
06.2010 - 12.2013
- Assisting students to evaluate, synthesize and present information
- Help students use a range of resources and technologies
- Manning circulation, reference, and reserve desks
- Enforcing library policies and regulations
- Implementing and managing an automated library system
- Cataloguing and classification
- Participates in school meetings, committees, and projects
- Management of digital library resources.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support and professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Delivered personalized reader''s advisory services based on individual preferences, fostering a love of reading among patrons.
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library''s collection remained current and relevant.
- Improved information accessibility for patrons through the development and implementation of a new cataloging system.
- Established partnerships with other libraries and organizations for resource sharing, expanding access for patrons beyond our own collections.
Senior Library Assistant
Chinhoyi University of Technology
01.2004 - 12.2007
- Co-coordinating and delivering user education programs to undergraduate students
- Promoting basic research skills, and information literacy through group instruction sessions
- Customizing library patron interfaces; and new member migration
- Planning, scheduling, and managing all aspects of the data migration
- Maintaining and updating the library website
- Facilitating training sessions on Archival procedures
- Evaluating records for preservation
- Data capturing and using CDS/ Isis software and Mandarin, Lib win, Power Lib
- Manages research databases including troubleshooting, usage data, and remote authentication.
- Enhanced patron satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate assistance with library resources and materials.
- Streamlined book circulation process for increased efficiency and reduced wait times.
- Managed interlibrary loans, ensuring timely delivery of requested materials to patrons.
- Partnered with local schools to promote literacy initiatives, resulting in increased student participation in library programs.
- Spearheaded successful fundraising campaigns to support the expansion of library services and resources.
Music Librarian/ Documentation Officer
Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (3fm)
01.2002 - 12.2003
- Cataloguing and classifying library materials
- Compiling music for radio and television programmes
- Planning audio-visual programs and administering a library of film and audio-visual materials
- Assisting patrons in the selection of materials, utilizing knowledge of collections in the library
- Establishing and maintaining contact with major film and music distributors and resource for procurement of tapes CDs, Movies and Cassette
- Evaluating materials, considering their technical, informational, and aesthetic qualities, and selecting materials for library collections
- Preparing registry inventory and filing documents.
- Assisted in establishing partnerships with other libraries or organizations, expanding resource sharing opportunities for patrons across institutions.
- Provided personalized research assistance to patrons seeking guidance in accessing specific music resources or information.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts in support of ongoing projects such as digitization or cataloging initiatives within the music department.
- Implemented an effective inventory system that reduced missing or misplaced items within the music library.
- Collaborated with faculty to curate relevant music resources for specific courses and projects.
Assistant Documentalist/ Information Officer
Southern African Research and Documentation Centre
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Retrieval of information for researchers
- Cataloguing, classification and filing documents
- Data capturing on CDS/ Isis software
- Assisting in writing articles on Gender, Environment and Political issues in South Africa.
- Established strong relationships with external partners through effective communication and information exchange strategies.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into existing information management frameworks, ensuring continuous improvement in operations.
Education
Master of Arts - Masters of ICT Information Science
University of Pretoria
Pretoria 04.2001 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Zimbabwe Open University
Harare 04.2001 - 04.2022
National Diploma in Library And Information Science (Harare Polytechnic) - Library And Information Science
Harare Polytechnic
Harare 04.2001 - 04.1998
Skills
Technological Proficiency
Proficiency in library software (eg, Symphony SirsiDynix)
Knowledge of digital databases (eg, EBSCOhost, Sabbinet, and Emerald)
Academic Research Assistance
Supporting scholarly research and publication
Conducting literature reviews and systematic reviews
Assisting with academic writing and referencing
Managing interlibrary loan (ILL) services
Information Literacy Instruction
Designing and delivering instructional programs
Conducting workshops and training sessions
Library Management and Administration
Supervising daily library operations
Budgeting and financial management
Staff training and development
Strategic planning and policy development
Accomplishments
- Presented on eResearch knowledge and practices among information specialists at a South African private higher education institution at the SCECSAL Conference in Mombasa, Kenya, April 2024.
- Delivered a paper titled "Assessing the Awareness and Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence among Information Specialists/Librarians at a Private Higher Education Institution in South Africa" at the IIE Teaching and Learning Symposium in October 2023.
- At the LIASA Conference 2023, held on October 10, 2023, I presented a literature review titled "The Impact of AI on Libraries: Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Services and User Experiences."
Certification
Certificate in Scientific and Information Management in Universities and Libraries (Vrije Universiet of Brussels, Belgium 2005)
Interests
Timeline
EBSCOhost Training
06-2021
EBSCO Discovery Service: searching overview.
06-2021
EBSCO Mobile App: Learn how to access articles and eBooks anytime, anywhere!
06-2021
School Librarian
Nkosiyethu Primary School
01.2019 - 02.2020
Campus Librarian
Oval International Computer Education
04.2015 - 12.2018
Manager
Fishways Broadacres, Fourways
05.2014 - 04.2015
Librarian
Education Alive School, JHB
06.2010 - 12.2013
Certificate in Scientific and Information Management in Universities and Libraries (Vrije Universiet of Brussels, Belgium 2005)
07-2005
Senior Library Assistant
Chinhoyi University of Technology
01.2004 - 12.2007
Music Librarian/ Documentation Officer
Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (3fm)
01.2002 - 12.2003
Master of Arts - Masters of ICT Information Science
University of Pretoria
04.2001 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Zimbabwe Open University
04.2001 - 04.2022
National Diploma in Library And Information Science (Harare Polytechnic) - Library And Information Science
Harare Polytechnic
04.2001 - 04.1998
Assistant Documentalist/ Information Officer
Southern African Research and Documentation Centre
01.1999 - 12.2000
Information specialist
Rosebank College
3 2020 - Current
Work Permit
Control no. ZEP0077383HH
Ref
MID 152808/2018/ZEP
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Hurungwe
- Date of Birth: 10/14/74
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Married
Criminal Record
None
References
- Mr Irvine Kadzenga, Head of Library and Information Services, The Independent Institute of Education Wierda Valley, Sandton, South Africa, 2196 Tel: +27 11 676 8021 | Fax: +27 11 783 2574, ikadzenga@iie.ac.za
- Dr Brenda Van Wyk, Faculty of EBIT, University of Pretoria, Dept of Information Science, brenda.vanwyk@up.ac.za, +2782 495 9092
Work Permit
Control no. ZEP0077383HH
Ref
MID 152808/2018/ZEP
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Hurungwe
- Date of Birth: 10/14/74
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Married
Criminal Record
None
References
- Mr Irvine Kadzenga, Head of Library and Information Services, The Independent Institute of Education Wierda Valley, Sandton, South Africa, 2196 Tel: +27 11 676 8021 | Fax: +27 11 783 2574, ikadzenga@iie.ac.za
- Dr Brenda Van Wyk, Faculty of EBIT, University of Pretoria, Dept of Information Science, brenda.vanwyk@up.ac.za, +2782 495 9092