The Lebanese Emigration Research Center (LERC) of Notre Dame University-Louaizé is currently seeking a Digitization and IT Coordinator.
Description
- Planning and executing the scanning and data entry
- Learning all aspects related to operating and troubleshooting Laserfiche (which is Document Management Solutions tool) and its web-interface.
- Coordinating the technical aspect of Laserfiche and related computer technical issues with the DCS at NDU.
- Scanning and uploading/downloading material for Laserfiche (e.g. photos, documents, letters, CDs, DVDs, etc.)
- Importing/transferring/converting media files to AVI and others as needed and downloading/uploading them in Laserfiche.
- Coordinating the transfer of audio and video recordings into CDs and DVDs with NDU Studio.
- Updating LERC website and managing the LERC profile on Facebook, as well as uploading material on YouTube and other social media as deemed necessary by the Director and/or the Office Coordinator.
- Designing databases and assisting in keying in the info as needed (e.g. Lebanese expatriates, diasporic organizations, diasporic businesses, entrepreneurs, and the like).
- Cleaning-up and updating LERC’s contact list on a regular basis.
- Indexing (keyword) each item/article/photo placed on LERC website.
- Other tasks as assigned by the Director and/or the Office Coordinator.
- Reporting to the Director and/or the Office Coordinator.
Job Requirements and Skills
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- 4years college degree in documentation or IT, or related field.
- Good knowledge of computer hardware and software (especially Microsoft Applications)
- Image Manipulation (Adobe Creative Suite) is a plus.
- Ability to problem-solve independently and collectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to take initiative and to carry on projects to fruition.
- Excellent working ethic.
- Willingness to learn new techniques and technologies.
Guita Hourani - Director ghourani@ndu.edu.lb and copy lerc@ndu.edu.lb
