Hi, I’m
Muhammad Syuqran Rohaizad
Librarian
Summary
Experienced librarian with over a decade of expertise in academic libraries. Specializes in streamlining processes and systems to optimize overall library operations. Proven ability in managing inventory effectively and providing top-notch customer service. Well-versed in international library standards and adept at utilizing online resources to enhance library services. Committed to fostering a positive user experience and facilitating study skills training for patrons.
Overview
13
years of professional experience
6
Certifications
2
Languages
Work History
Akademi Laut Malaysia
Librarian/ Head of Knowledge Management Centre (KMC)
02.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Operational Management : Streamlined lending/reference services through Sirsidynix library systems, improving turnaround time by 30%. Monitored service efficacy via usage statistics and user feedback. Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Information Literacy Programs : Collaborated with academic departments to design workshops, improving student research competency by 25%.
- Collection Development : Curated 10,000+ academic resources using Library of Congress standards; aligned collections with faculty research needs.
- Service Promotion : Launched community programs (e.g., Little Library Initiative, exhibitions, Digital Literacy Day, Malaysia Independents day Events, Jom Membaca & etc.) that boosted library engagement by 70% across faculties.
- IT Infrastructure : Spearheaded digital resource integration (e.g., institutional repository, Library Portal, & interactive panels), ensuring 99% uptime for IT services.
- Research Support : Monitored ALAM research trends, recommending updates to digital archives (e.g., ALAM Journal of Maritime Studies (AJMS ).
- Leadership : Supervised 4 library Staffs in delivering client-focused reference, document delivery, and literacy services.
- Committee Participation : Advised academic committees on library strategy, rules & policies development, collection purchase.
UNIVERSITY KUALA LUMPUR BUSINESS SCHOOL
Internship - Library Management
06.2015 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Assisting patrons: Help library patrons find books, access digital resources, and answer their questions.
- Cataloguing and shelving: Organize books and other materials, categorize them correctly, and put them back on the shelves.
- Conducting research: Assist patrons with research by helping them find relevant resources and databases.
- Programming: Help plan and implement library programs and events, such as book clubs, author talks, and story times.
- Customer service: Provide excellent customer service to patrons, including answering questions, addressing concerns, and resolving issues.
- Technology support: Assist patrons with using library technology, such as computers, printers, and scanners.
- Collection development: Assist in selecting books and other materials for the library collection.
- Administrative tasks: Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and record-keeping.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
PETRONAS PETROLEUM RESOURCES CENTRE
Internship - Library Management
04.2012 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Assisting patrons: Help patrons find the resources they need, provide basic references, research assistance, and guide them in using library technology.
- Cataloging and shelving: Help organize and maintain library collections by cataloging books, materials, and media, as well as shelving and reshelving items.
- Programming and outreach: Assist with library events and help promote library services through social media and other outreach efforts.
- Collection development: Assist with selecting materials to add to the library's collection, based on user needs and trends in the field.
- Administrative tasks: Assist with various administrative tasks, such as preparing reports, processing materials, and managing interlibrary loans.
Education
Universiti Teknologi Mara Malaysia (UiTM)
Masters from library science
University Overview
- Created & developing new library facilities & services for private school.
- Enhanced private School with simple library system & free databases.
- Knowledge Management Project: Develop the Institutional Repository for Akademi Laut Malaysia (ALAM)
- GPA: 3.22
University Selangor (UNISEL)
Bachelor of Library Science (Hons)
University Selangor (UNISEL)
Diploma from Library Science
Skills
Certification
3D design, Scanning & Printing Training, 12/01/16
Accomplishments
- Online Library Interactive research Application (OLIRA): Developing interactive system & contents for KMC interactive Panels.
- ALAM Institutional Repository : Developed a centralized platform hosting 1000+ research outputs.
- Data Conversion : Migrated 25,000+ records from UDC to LCC in 2019, & Migrated the whole Intergrated Library system from Sierra to Sirsidynix in 2022.
- Performance Awards : Recognized twice for Outstanding Performance in 2020 & 2023. exceeding Performance for 4 years (2017, 2018, 2019, & 2021.
- Library Promotion & Awareness Initiatives : Launched community programs (e.g., Little Library Initiative, exhibitions, Digital Literacy Day, Malaysia Independents day Events, Jom Membaca & etc.) that boosted library engagement by 70% across campus.
- Various Library initiatives : Initiate various library programs & Service such as 3D Creative Labs initiative to enhance learning experience by 60% , Initiate to transform weeded items & book donation into Free Little Library to increased information & knowledge dissemination rate by 30%, Digital Literacy Awareness Programs to empower ALAM students & Staffs to ethically navigate digital spaces.
Availability
Three Months
Willing To Travel Relocate
Yes
Personal Information
Driving License: B2 & D
Expected Salary
5,000
Timeline
Librarian/ Head of Knowledge Management Centre (KMC)
Akademi Laut Malaysia
02.2016 - Current
Internship - Library Management
UNIVERSITY KUALA LUMPUR BUSINESS SCHOOL
06.2015 - 09.2015
Internship - Library Management
PETRONAS PETROLEUM RESOURCES CENTRE
04.2012 - 06.2012
University Selangor (UNISEL)
Bachelor of Library Science (Hons)
2016.10
University Selangor (UNISEL)
Diploma from Library Science
2012.09
Universiti Teknologi Mara Malaysia (UiTM)
Masters from library science
2019.10
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