Zia Ahmed, Librarian

Zia Ahmed

Librarian

King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University For Health Sciences

Location
Saudi Arabia
Education
Master's degree, Library and Information Science
Experience
15 years, 1 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :15 years, 1 Months

Librarian at King Saud Bin Abdulaziz University For Health Sciences
  • Saudi Arabia - Riyadh
  • January 2016 to January 2023

o Provision of user support for academic and technical queries. Specialized in usage of Saudi Digital Library and Ac-knowledge Database.
o Assists and educates library patrons to search for information using databases, conduct information literacy sessions, and orientation for students/faculty members.
o To perform all daily library operations i.e. Cataloging, Circulation, Fine collection, Classification using Symphony library management system.
o Participated in Cataloging and Circulation policy development for 21 libraries spanned across three different regions (Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Ahsa).
o Drove expansion of library collections and programs in response to student and faculty needs and special requests
o Played a key role in planning and setting up attractive and informative library exhibits.
o Designed and delivered countless print and electronic artifacts for appropriate guidance of library patrons.
o Developed efficient shelves schemes to organize the books so that it can be fetched easily when needed.
o Conducted countess orientations and trainings for new staff and faculty regarding modern research methods.

Library Manager at Muslim Youth University
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • January 2015 to December 2015

o Research support to faculty and conduct information literacy sessions for students/faculty members and orientation.
o Checked in, checked out and renewed library materials using.
o Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
o Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
o Command and control of entire work of all subordinate workforces.
o Maintained continuous knowledge of current and newly developed industry technology, making proactive suggestions to improve AV offerings and strategies.
o Worked with teachers to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
o Educated library patrons about policies for checking out materials and using resources.

Digital Library Officer at Rawal Institute of Health Sciences
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • November 2013 to March 2015

o Consistent involvement with academic research for review papers where information was collected from multiple resources, compiled, and presented as summarized outcome.
o Demonstrated excellent collaboration skills while working in a team to find appropriate results for various problems.
o Was heavily involved in development of performance improvement strategies to promote continuous improvement.
o Lead the team on various occasions and demonstrated effected team building skills.
o Showed top notch skills while using excel spreadsheets to present data in different formats for effective analysis and decision making.
o Continuous self-improvement via digital learning.
o Was rated as best librarian for providing working and effective solutions for patron’s problems.

Information Officer (Subject Librarian) at Riphah International University
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • April 2010 to October 2013

o Management of all Newspaper Database activities as project manager
o Conduct information literacy sessions for students/members of faculty as well as orientation
o To execute all technical library material processes and to manage Serials / Periodicals
o Search on World Wide Web, search for publisher catalogs, and download electronic media
o Perform circulation services, supervising and checking entire work of all subordinating staff
o Responsible to answer reference queries and guide users on how to use Library
o Collaborate with faculty to provide course- related library instruction.
o Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
o Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
o Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic

Assistant Information Officer at Riphah International Universty
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • January 2008 to April 2010

Riphah International University, Islamabad
o Classification and Cataloguing of the new books & Automate the library material
o Maintaining records of serials & periodicals
o Providing assistance to readers in accessing library resources
o Maintain library records regarding various activities.
o Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with
ease

Education

Master's degree, Library and Information Science
  • at Sarhad University Of Science And Information Technology
  • March 2011

I earned my Master's degree in Library and Information Science from Sarhad University of Information Technology, Pakistan.

Bachelor's degree, Library and Information Science
  • at Allama Iqbal Open University
  • January 2008

Specialties & Skills

Library Design
Information Literacy
Automation
Reference Services
Library Management
Literacy development
Effective trainer
Staff training and development
Presentation support
Knowledge of circulation procedures
Problem-solving skills
Collection development
Cataloging
Information sources
Library Development

Social Profiles

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Languages

Arabic
Intermediate
English
Expert
Urdu
Expert

Training and Certifications

Certificate in Computer Applications (Certificate)
Date Attended:
June 2004

Hobbies

  • Teaching & Reading
    Certificate of Appreciation King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences Dec 2019 Certificate of Appreciation King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences June 2016