Awang Ahmad Munawar Mohmad Anuar
Summary
Dynamic Library Manager with a proven track record at PETRONAS, excelling in strategic collection management and digital resource enhancement. Spearheaded innovative outreach programs, significantly boosting patron satisfaction. Adept at fostering team collaboration and implementing effective library automation systems, ensuring efficient operations and resource accessibility.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Library Manager
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)
08.2013 - 10.2025
- Established partnerships with other business units and libraries to expand resource sharing capabilities among users.
- Managed a diverse team of librarians, support staff, and volunteers to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Developed strategic plans for library growth, aligning with business needs and organizational goals.
- Promoted digital literacy through training sessions on using electronic resources such as databases or ebooks.
- Improved library efficiency by streamlining cataloging and circulation processes.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring responsible spending while maximizing available funds for programs and materials.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, providing constructive feedback on areas of improvement.
- Coordinated special events such as author visits or workshops to foster engagement within the community.
- Enhanced patron satisfaction with the implementation of innovative programs and services.
- Facilitated professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance skills and knowledge in the field of librarianship.
Senior Librarian
Open University Malaysia
02.2008 - 07.2013
- Revitalized the library''s digital presence, creating an interactive website with easy access to online resources.
- Secured grant funding for special projects, expanding library services and improving facilities.
- Revamped interlibrary loan protocols for streamlined borrowing experiences between institutions.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing among staff members through regular meetings, training sessions, and collaboration opportunities.
- Promoted information literacy through workshops, presentations, and one-on-one consultations.
- Enhanced user experience by conducting regular assessments of library policies and procedures, making necessary improvements where needed.
- Improved patron satisfaction by implementing a reader's advisory service, recommending books and materials based on individual interests.
- Spearheaded digitization efforts for unique historical collections, preserving valuable content while increasing accessibility for researchers worldwide.
- Supported digital library collections containing e-books, audiobooks and digital media.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
- Worked with academic units to provide students with lifelong learning and research skills.
Librarian
Perdana Leadership Foundation
2004 - 2008
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Assisted researchers in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Increased patron satisfaction with timely responses to reference inquiries, utilizing extensive knowledge of information sources.
- Supervised a team of volunteers assisting with digitization projects, enhancing overall efficiency and project completion rates.
- Instituted a robust backup and recovery plan for digital assets, safeguarding against potential loss or damage of valuable resources.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
Shah Alam 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic collection management
Client reference management
Organizational cataloging proficiency
Digital resource management
Virtual training facilitation
Digital resources
Online content coordination
Heritage preservation techniques
Digital asset organization
Outreach programs
Metadata creation
Acquisitions management
Critical information analysis
Experience with library automation systems
Library management systems
Accomplishments
- Developed an interactive website for PETRONAS Resource Centre that resulted in an increase in traffic by 63% % in just 5 weeks of launch.
- Achieved the digitisaion of 1 million pages by completing PERDANA Leadership Digitisaion Project with accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
Library Manager
Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS)
08.2013 - 10.2025
Senior Librarian
Open University Malaysia
02.2008 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
04.2001 -
Librarian
Perdana Leadership Foundation
2004 - 2008