Jemimah Chepkorir

• Develops, arranges and describes archival collections in accordance with accepted standards and practices.
• Creates finding aids using contemporary tools in accordance with national standards and insures the quality of finding aids created by other staff.
• Creates online finding aids using Encoded Archival Description (EAD) or other contemporary tools.
• Develops and implements procedures for the acquisition, processing, digitization, and preservation of archival materials.
• Advises and assists researchers in the use of archival materials in research activities; interprets requirements and consults on archival information.
• Interacts with donors of archival collections both internal and external to the organization.
• Appraises potential collection additions and makes recommendations for acquisition of new collections and de-accessioning of existing collections.

Skills

• Skill in the use of computer with Windows-based operating environment.
• Ability to develop and maintain finding aids using contemporary tools in accordance with national standards.
• Knowledge of archival and preservation concepts, methodology, and techniques.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate client informational needs and to determine appropriate alternative solutions.
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and foster a cooperative work environment.
• Substantial knowledge of research methodology and skill in providing research assistance.