Professional Summary
Results-driven Record Manager and ICT professional with 3+ years of experience in records lifecycle management, library automation, system administration, and cybersecurity. Proven track record in digital transformation, archival systems, user training, and IT infrastructure management. Committed to operational excellence and innovation in academic library environments.
- ✔ Expert in records lifecycle: creation, classification, retention, disposal, and archival using ISO 15489 standards.
- ✔ Proficient in Koha ILS, digital cataloguing (AACR2, MARC21, DDC), and electronic document management systems (EDMS).
- ✔ Skilled in cybersecurity: access control, threat monitoring, data backup, and user awareness for records protection.
- ✔ Led library digitization and records digitization initiatives, reducing retrieval time by 40% and improving compliance.
Technical Skills
Records Lifecycle (ISO 15489)
Koha ILS
MARC21/AACR2/DDC
EDMS & Digitization
Cybersecurity
Python/SQL/Bash
Network Administration
Power BI
User Training
Certifications
- Advanced Cybersecurity - Threats & Governance (Great Learning, 2025)
- Data Visualization with Power BI (2022)
- Cyber Forensics (2025)
- Infection Prevention & Control (The National College, 2026)
- Recognising and supporting pupils with ADHD (The National College, 2026)
Library Space Management
- Oversee daily operations of the MS/HS library as an organized, welcoming, and purposeful learning environment.
- Coordinate scheduling and use of the library space for classes, small groups, individual students, and special events.
- Maintain clear procedures and routines that support respectful and effective use of the space.
- Monitor student behavior in the library and ensure expectations for safety, care, and community are upheld.
- Maintain organization and presentation of library spaces and materials.
- Help maintain the library as an inviting hub for reading, study, and collaboration.
Impact Metrics
Increased library利用率 by 30% through redesigned spaces and flexible scheduling; implemented student-led reading corners that boosted circulation by 25%.
Coordination with Teachers & Staff
- Work closely with MS/HS teachers to coordinate class use of the library and respond to resource needs.
- Help teachers and students access library materials and services connected to classroom learning.
- Communicate effectively with faculty and administrators regarding scheduling, student use, and library operations.
- Attend relevant divisional or operational meetings as required (Updated: April 2026).
Collaborative Achievements
Partnered with 15+ teachers to integrate library resources into curriculum units; co-designed research workshops that improved student information literacy scores by 40%.
Student Support & Engagement
- Provide day-to-day support to students using the library for reading, studying, research, and academic work.
- Help students locate resources, use the library responsibly, and develop independence in accessing information.
- Build positive relationships with students and contribute to a culture of inclusion, respect, and belonging.
- Maintain a calm, supervised, and supportive environment for students throughout the school day.
Student Development Programs
Initiated a peer-tutoring reading program and after-school research clinics, serving 120+ students per semester; recognized for fostering inclusive learning environment.
Supervision of Library Assistants
- Supervise and support library assistants in their daily responsibilities.
- Coordinate workflows related to circulation, shelving, resource organization, and general library operations.
- Help ensure assistants are clear on priorities, schedules, and expectations.
- Foster a collaborative and service-oriented team culture within the library.
Resource and Operational Support
- Maintain and organize the library collection; support circulation procedures, displays, reading promotion, and library communications.
- Monitor supplies and resource needs; assist with administrative and operational tasks that support the effective running of the library.
Operational efficiency: Streamlined shelving workflows reducing reshelving time by 20%; implemented automated inventory tracking.
General School Responsibilities
- Fulfill supervision duties as assigned, including occasional evening or weekend events if needed.
- Support schoolwide expectations related to child safeguarding, wellbeing, inclusion, and community engagement.
- Adhere to ISK safeguarding policies and confidentiality standards.
- Carry out other duties reasonably assigned by the administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Information Science (ICT Option)
Meru University of Science and Technology – 2020 to 2024
Second Class Lower Division | Coursework: Records Management, Database Systems, Information Retrieval, ICT Integration
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
Nyarach Mixed Day Secondary School – 2015 to 2019
Grade: C+ (Aggregate 51 points)
Professional Referees
Colins Kirui
Dean of Students & Examinations, Lukenya British Curriculum School
📞 +254702194494 ✉️ kirui.collins@lukenyaschools.ac.ke
John Gitau Nganga
Lecturer, Information Science, Meru University of Science and Technology
📞 +254720877605 ✉️ jgitau@must.ac.ke
Steven Ajulu Otieno
Head of IT Department, Kenya National Library Service, Nakuru
📞 +254740128010 ✉️ steven.ajulu@knls.ac.ke
CV updated: April 2026 – Complete portfolio of library management, ICT, and records expertise.