Altaf Ahmed
Librarian
26/803 Drigh Road Cantt Bazaar Karachi,JK
Summary
Resourceful Librarian with meaningful experience cataloging and organizing library collections. Tactfully provides patrons with insightful direction to maximize customer service utility. Knowledgeable operator of library resources and passionate problem solver.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian
KBV.CAA Model School & College Air Port Karachi
8 2007 - Current
- Working as a Librarian (Morning)
Librarian
Preston Institute of Management, Science & Technology (PIMSAT)
06.2009 - 12.2020
- Worked as a Librarian (Afternoon)
Education
Master in library and information science (MLIS) -
University of Karachi
2010
Master in International Relations (MA.IR) -
University of Karachi
2006
Bachelor of library and information science (BLIS) -
University of Karachi
2008
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) -
University of Karachi
2003
Skills
Library Management
Cataloguing, Classification and Procurement of Library Material
Bibliography, Indexing
Archiving
Provide Library Internship to Library Science Students
Manage Library world database
Evaluation of Web and Electronic Information Resources
Electronic information storage and retrieval, complex search techniques
Cataloging of electronic and web resources
Classification in DDC and LCC
Download E-Books, Journals, Software through internet, Registration of books (online)
Diploma in Information Technology (SDC & Trade Testing Board Sindh)
Certificate in Office Automations (Osama Computer Center)
MS Word
MS Excel
MS Power Point
MS Access
Digital Library Creating Skills (KU DLIS)
Searching Skills (KU DLIS)
Research
Wrote a Research Thesis on: "The Library of the Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Karachi: A Case Study" in 2010
Career
As an accomplished Librarian, I possess a comprehensive expertise in Library & Information Science from an accredited institution. With a strong command of all aspects of library operations, including Books and Journals procurement/ subscriptions, cataloguing, DDC and LC Classification schemes, as well as proficient computer and record-keeping skills, I am adept at preparing performance reports, assigning work tasks, and managing budgets to optimize library resources for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.
Coursework
- School Management Program (The Education Foundation Karachi)
- A.C.T (The Education Foundation Karachi)
- Introduction to Special Education (The Education Foundation Karachi)
Workshopsseminars
- PAKLAG-Library Information Management System (LUMS) Freeware at (Nasir Hussain Arif Hussain Memorial Library, Karachi)
- E-Librarianship: Manage & Disseminate an E-Library by using Calibre E-Book Management. at National Library of Chemical Sciences, H.E.J Research Institute of Chemistry, ICCBC, University of Karachi
- Open-Source I.L.M.S: How to customize, install and automate a library by using NewGenLib Live from India at H.E.J Research Institute of Chemistry, University of Karachi, Karachi
- Managing Data: Bibliographic Standard Formats And Tools In Digital Age" at Held on June 21, 2014, At National University of Computer and Emerging Science, Karachi
Languages
ENGLISH
URDU
References
- Mr. Mohammad Babar Qureshi, Assistant Librarian, Applied Economic Research Center, University of Karachi, +923312560026, muhammadbabarqureshi@gmail.com
- Mr. Ayaz Baig, Sr. Designer Pipeline. DTL, NMDC-National Marine Dredging Company, Mussafah Industrial Area, Abu Dhabi, UAE, +971506605310, ayaz.baig@nmdc-group.com
Timeline
Librarian
Preston Institute of Management, Science & Technology (PIMSAT)
06.2009 - 12.2020
Librarian
KBV.CAA Model School & College Air Port Karachi
8 2007 - Current
Master in library and information science (MLIS) -
University of Karachi
Master in International Relations (MA.IR) -
University of Karachi
Bachelor of library and information science (BLIS) -
University of Karachi
Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) -
University of Karachi