Background of the Directorate
The Directorate of Library Service was established to
support Werabe University's academic, research, technology transfer, and
community service missions. Initially starting as a modest print collection, it
has evolved into a modern information hub, seamlessly integrating physical and
digital services.
Over time, the Directorate has adopted technological
advancements, such as an Integrated Library System, and developed an
Institutional Repository to preserve and provide access to thesis, research
outputs, and local heritage materials.
As a vital resource for students, staff, and researchers,
the Directorate promotes academic excellence through diverse resources (books,
e-journals, and multimedia), specialized collections, ICT facilities, and
comprehensive research support. It actively fosters teaching and learning via
information literacy programs, reference services, and user education, ensuring
equitable access to knowledge in all formats.
Looking forward, the Directorate is committed to expanding
digital services, incorporating open-access resources, and deploying advanced
research tools. It also aims to address challenges such as budget constraints
and technological limitations through strategic planning and partnerships. The
goal is to create an inclusive, innovative, and user-centered library that
meets the evolving needs of the university while preserving and celebrating
Ethiopia's intellectual and cultural legacy.
Mission
Werabe University Library Service innovates to empower the
University’s success. We partner with students and staff to advance teaching,
learning, and research by providing diverse information resources, inspiring
learning environments, and essential information literacy skills. Our goal is
to make creating, storing, sharing, finding, and using information both simple
and rewarding for every user, connecting our communities to global knowledge.
Vision
To be the user-centered heart of Werabe University—advancing
teaching, igniting research, and energizing learning through exceptional
collections, digital resources, and innovative services. We aim to empower the
development of responsible citizens who transform Ethiopian communities.
Objectives
1. Enhance Access to Information: Provide equitable access
to quality physical and digital resources for all users.
2. Support Academic Excellence: Facilitate teaching,
learning, and research through curated collections and user education.
3. Preserve Institutional and National Heritage: Safeguard
scholarly outputs (thesis, research) and Ethiopian cultural materials.
4. Promote Innovation: Integrate technology for efficient
service delivery.
5. Ensure Accountability: Maintain transparent operations,
ethical standards, and user-centered services.
Organizational Structure
The Werabe University Library Service Directorate is
organized into four main teams, each responsible for a key area of library
operations. The Directorate is led by a Director, who reports directly to the
Vice President for Academic, Research, Technology Transfer, and Community
Service.
1. User Services Team
The User Services Team is the primary interface between
the library and its patrons. It encompasses all services directly affecting users’
access to and interaction with library resources, including circulation, book
lending and returns, user support, and reference services.
Key responsibilities include:
Ø Circulation Services: Managing
borrowing, renewal, return, and overdue processes.
Ø Check-in and Check-out Services:
Daily operation of material issuance and returns.
Ø Reference Services: Assisting
users in finding information and using resources.
2. Digital Library Team
The Digital Library Team is responsible for integrating
modern technology into library functions to ensure efficient service delivery,
broaden access to digital content, and support academic and research
excellence.
Key responsibilities include:
Ø Digitization of Resources:
Converting print materials into digital formats.
Ø Digital Collections Management:
Organizing and maintaining e-resources.
Ø ICT Infrastructure Maintenance:
Ensuring stable and updated library systems.
3. Technical Processing Team
The Technical Processing Team ensures systematic
selection, acquisition, organization, and preparation of library materials so
they remain accessible and preserved for long-term use.
Key responsibilities include:
Ø Acquisition: Selection and
procurement of books, journals, and multimedia.
Ø Cataloging and Classification:
Organizing materials according to international standards.
Ø Binding and Preservation:
Maintaining physical integrity of library materials.
Ø Collection Development: Assessing
needs and expanding resources.
4. Documentation and Ethiopian Collection Team
This team is responsible for preserving, organizing, and
providing access to government publications and materials of Ethiopian origin
or relevance.
Key responsibilities include:
Ø Thesis Collection: Processing and
granting access to student research.
Ø Periodicals Management:
Acquisition, cataloging, and archiving of newspapers and journals.
Ø Ethiopian Collection: Curating special collections focusing on Ethiopian heritage, government documents, and local publications.
Directorate: Library Service
Director's Name: Keyro Assefa Demisse
Education Status: Master of Science in Agronomy
Phone Number: +251 925 109 859
E-mail Address: keyro2006@gmail.com /
keyroassefa.assefa@wru.edu.et
Office Building: Library Building
Room Number: 19
