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
Library operations management
Website design and development
Strategic resource acquisition
Digital design expertise
Cataloguing
Cloud technology implementation
Library management
Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Electronic records management
Oracle database management
SQL data analysis
Experienced in Python programming
Information Literacy
Proficient in 3D design and fabrication
Global library standards expertise
Knowledge sharing expertise
RDA
Preservation of historical artifacts
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)
10.2016
University Selangor (UNISEL)
Diploma from Library Science
09.2012
Universiti Teknologi Mara Malaysia (UiTM)
Masters from library science
10.2019