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Job: Chief Librarian International Rice Research InstituteLocation
by Mailing List Admin 01 Sep '10

01 Sep '10

Date: Tue, 31 Aug 2010 07:41:01 +0000 From: Dr. Indira Koneru <indk68(a)hotmail.com> Hi, explore this opportunity. Job: Chief Librarian International Rice Research InstituteLocation : Los Ba�os, PhilippinesExperience : 5-10 YearsLast date of Submission : 15 Sep 2010 Job Description:Formulates library policies and strategies for senior management consideration, playing an instrumental role in the identification and introduction of improvements in library services. Manages a team of librarians and paraprofessionals engaged in the provision of information service; Supervises, trains, provides oversight of library employees in developing and carrying out their tasks. These supervisory activities include staff meetings, training, work review, and evaluation. Monitors the library�s financial resources. Develops a program to digitize the IRRI Library�s collection and the system of curation for those resources. Leads the IRRI library in its transformation to the modern system of curation, creating a knowledge hub where IRRI staff, collaborators, private and public partners would fully utilize the library as the center for information discovery and learning. Leads the evaluation, selection, acquisition, and organization of information resources in various formats; liaises with information providers and aggregators; negotiates for and approves license agreements involving journal and databases subscriptions. Oversees the Library�s integrated computer system by regular monitoring, upgrading, database management, altering system parameters when necessary, providing troubleshooting initiatives, and coordinating with Innovative Interfaces and ITS to ensure that the system is running seamlessly. Directs the library�s reference service acting as the ultimate source of information when all resources have been exhausted. Coordinates document delivery by planning and leading the introduction of applicable technological innovations, including the implementation and management of the library�s electronic information service accessible to and serving a worldwide audience. Provides expertise in the preservation of library resources to ensure their accessibility for future generations of users. Designs training modules/programs for on-the-job training of librarians from other institutions. Participates in professional activities that help promote the library�s objectives, e.g. serving as resource person in various professional venues. Required Qualifications:Master�s degree in Library or Information Science; At least 5 years of experience; Ability to manage special or academic libraries using digital library management systems such as Millenium or MARC; administrative skills, excellent oral and written communication skills. If interested, mail your Resume at IRRIRecruitment(a)irri.org Best regards, Indira

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CSI eNewsletter dt. 1st Sep 2010
by hrmohan＠vsnl.com 01 Sep '10

01 Sep '10

Dear all, The 9th issue of CSI eNewsletter dt. 1st Sep 2010 is ready and can be accessed at http://www.csi-chennai.org/csi-enl/csi-enl-2010-09-01.pdf and also at the CSI KM Portal http://www.csi-india.org/web/csi/enewsletter With regards HR Mohan Chairman, Div IV, CSI & eNewsletter Committee, IEEE CS Madras Contents ======= -- Software vendor evaluation tool -- Develop a career plan -- Your IT Decision-Maker's Technology Toolkit -- Rommana – Integrated lifecycle manager -- Guide to Smart SMS Marketing -- How to parse and use the world's growing supply of data -- 58 Open Source Replacements for Small Business Software -- Going Live: The Role of Development and Operations in Preparing and Deploying Software Packages -- Data Mining in the Swamp: Taming Unruly Data With Cloud Computing -- Scrum in 6 Pages: An Essential Reference Guide -- Google App Engine and the Google Data APIs -- Jesus Saves -- ICT News Headlines & Briefs -- Announcements -- Call For Papers -- IT Events -- About the newsletter -- eNewsletter Committee InfoQuiz–2010-09-01 =============== 1. ------ is claimed to be the first Indian origin web browser 2. Bill Gates : Harvard = Michael Dell : ------ 3. Identify the company whose tagline is "make.believe" 4. Bill Gates was the wealthiest overall from 1995 to 2009, excluding the year ------ 5. ------ will be the first living person to be featured in the Amar Chitra Katha series in its history of around 40 years, which mostly focuses on popular Indian myths and legends. Email your answers by 12th Sep 2010 to csi.infoquiz(a)gmail.com with subject “infoquiz-2010-09-01”. Please provide your full address and contact phone nos. after the answers. The first person to answer correctly and one randomly selected lucky winner will be awarded Rs. 500/= each by SRA Systems (www.srasys.com) Answers along with the winner info will be published in the next issue. Answers & Winners of InfoQuiz-2010-08-16 =============================== Infosys, MobileMe, Samsung, Foxconn Technology Group, Wipro Mr. S.Krishnamorthy from Chennai is the first one to answer correctly and Ms. S. Ramadevi from Bangalore is the lucky winner. They will receive a cheque for Rs. 500/= from SRA Systems shortly. -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Fwd: Vacancy of Librarian - Urgent
by Trupti More 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Trupti More <trupti.s.more(a)gmail.com> Date: Aug 31, 2010 6:51 AM Subject: Vacancy of Librarian - Urgent To: mlosc(a)googlegroups.com Dear Professionals We required Librarian in our college K. J. Somaiya Comphrehensive College of Education, Training & Research, Vidyavihar, Mumbai on urgent basis. Required Qualification: M.L.I.Sc <http://b.l.i.sc/>. Fresher can also apply. Those who are interested they can call me at 9619853668/21022265 immediately and mail your RESUME at trupti.s.more(a)gmail.com or directly visit to the institution. -- Thanks & Regards Trupti S. More (Librarian) K.J.Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research Vidyanagar, Vidyavihar(E) Mumbai - 400077 Tel: 022- 21022265 "Our attitude toward life determines life's attitude towards us." -- Thanks & Regards Trupti S. More (Librarian) K.J.Somaiya Comprehensive College of Education, Training and Research Vidyanagar, Vidyavihar(E) Mumbai - 400077 Tel: 022- 21022265 "Our attitude toward life determines life's attitude towards us." -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Book Vendors in Nasik (Maharashtra) and Vendors in Nasik (Maharashtra) for Library card & College I-card providers
by Mohan Kulkarni 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

If any one knows kindly provide me the details of Book Vendors in Nasik (Maharashtra) and Vendors in Nasik for Library card & College I-card. Thank you, -- From- Mohan Kulkarni Librarian Pune Vidyarthi College Of Engineering, Nasik-422004. kulkarnimohan(a)gmail.com -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor in Library & Information Science at Panjab University, Chandigarh
by Vinod Singh 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear Professionals Posts: 1. Professor in Library & Information Science:1 (UR) 2. Associate Professor in Library & Information Science : 1 (UR) 3. Assistant Professor in Library & Information Science : 1 (UR) Last date: Sep 18, 2010. Click for: Advertisement and details : http://jobs.puchd.ac.in/132010.pdf (Advt. no. 13/2010). Application form: http://jobs.puchd.ac.in/Applicationform.pdf With regards, Vikusi* Senior Research Fellow (Ph.D) Dept. of Lib. & Info. Sci. University of Delhi Delhi-110007 *Vinod Kumar Singh -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Please update your email addresses
by Jagtar Singh 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear IATLIS Members, Kindly send your latest email addresses for communication at the following email address: iatlis.patiala(a)gmail.com Regards, Jagtar Dr. Jagtar Singh, President, Indian Association of Teachers of Library and Information Science (IATLIS) & Professor and Head, Department of Library and Information Science, Punjabi University, Patiala Pin - 147 002 (India) Email: jagtar.kindu(a)gmail.com Tel: +91 (0)175 304 6462 & 304 6179 (Work) +91 (0)175 228 2727 (Home) Fax: +91 (0)175 228 3073 -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Bill Gates Foundation Funding for Public Libraries - 2011
by Dr. Indira Koneru 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear Professionals, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is currently seeking applications for its Access to Learning Award (ATLA). The Award is part of the Foundation’s Global Libraries initiative and honors institutions like public libraries and similar organizations that provide communities, especially the poor and the disadvantaged in developing countries with free access to computers and the internet. Only organizations outside of the United States can apply. The Award will specially recognize those efforts which are innovative in providing the following key services to the needy people:Free public access to computers and the Internet.Public training to assist users in accessing online information that can help improve their lives.Technology training for library staff.Outreach to underserved communities. The award recipient will receive $1 million (U.S. How to Apply for the 2011 AwardDownload the application from the link below and save it to your computer.Confirm your organization’s eligibility. Please read all the information on the form carefully.Complete the application in English and follow all of the provided instructions.Submit your completed application online. http://www.gatesfoundation.org/atla/Pages/access-to-learning-award-submit-a… Applications have to be submitted online in English. The deadline to submit applications is 30 September 2010. For more information, visit this link. I request you all to spread this across the various Directorate of Public Libraries and NGOs working in this area. Thanks & regards,Indira -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Dr. R. Raman Nair bagged Chattambi Swami Award
by Vimal Kumar 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Mahatma Gandhi University Librarian Dr. R. Raman Nair (http://raman.net.ms/) has bagged the Chattambi Swami Award instituted by the Attukal Devi Temple Trust. The award is for his initiative to preserve and disseminate the digital archives on the saint. The award carries a cash prize of Rs. 30,000 and a citation. Revenue Minister K.P. Rajendran will distribute the award on Tuesday at a function to be held as part of the birth anniversary of the Swami at the Chattambi Swami Smarakam, Thiruvananthapuram. The Chattambi Swami Archive Project was designed for conserving published and unpublished works, letters, diaries, notes, memoirs, photographs and other data related to Swami and his associates. It will be made open world wide through the Internet. Raman Nair along with his wife, had authored the first research based on Chattambi Swami recently. News Courtesy: The New Indian Express, 31 August 2010 More details at http://mgulmoments.blogspot.com/ -- Vimal Kumar V. Library Assistant Mahatma Gandhi University Library Kottayam, Kerala- 686 560 Web: http://www.vimalkumar.co.nr Blog: http://vimalkumar.oksociety.in --------------------------------------------------------------------------- "I forget what I was taught. I only remember what I have learnt" -Patrick White -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Conversion of Excel file into ISO file format.
by Anil Mishra 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear All, I want to know that how to covert the excel file (.xls format) inwhich i am having the book records, to MARC format (ISO format). Do you have any idea regarding this pls share some info. -- Thanks & Regards, Anil Kumar Mishra LIO, NCHRC NIHFW, New Delhi -110067 Mob. 09582951060 Email id- amishra(a)nihfw.org www.nihfw.org Google Profile Anil's Information Portal - gateway to ICT in LIS Visit India's first Repository on Child Health - the gateway to information on child health in Inida -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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Are you an online author?
by zafar iqbal 31 Aug '10

31 Aug '10

Dear Professional, Are you an Online Author? Ever published in electronic media? or support the Open access movement ? If YES, please go through following link: http://www.kwiksurveys.com/online-survey.php?survey_ID=KBKJHJ_69dfea8c&prev… -- Regards, Mohamed Musthafa. K Dept. of Lib & Info. Science Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh, UP, INDIA - 202002 Cell No. 09557633714 http://musthafalis.blogspot.com/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by MailScanner, and is believed to be clean.

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