Library Manager at 90%

Ref 2583772 | Company Ref: AA5DAC1258E75003A8131 | Date: 8 Oct 2026 villege-meg Taking care of a collection of more than 76'000 objects and nearly 300'000 documents (books, photographic media, sound and musical recordings) covering all continents, the Musée d'ethnographie de Genève (MEG) is an essential venue on the Geneva cultural scene. Its exhibition program and multidisciplinary cultural and scientific programming promote knowledge, address contemporary societal and environmental issues and encourage rethinking the relationship with living things. In order to complete its team, the MEG is looking for a Library Manager at 90% ========================================== Your mission and responsibilities - Ensure the general operation of the library autonomously, and in agreement with the Head of the Public Unit, on administrative, financial and human resources levels. - Propose and implement projects that contribute to the development of the library and the MEG. - Coordinate and guarantee the implementation of the collection policy (acquisitions, classification, restoration, weeding). - Develop and participate in training, mediation and internal and external communication actions of the library: internet, social networks, signage, etc. Your profile - Hold a Bachelor's degree in information science, or an equivalent training. Continuing education in management is an asset. - Demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of professional experience in a similar position, including experience in team management. - Master the Alma ILS and the cataloging rules in force in the SLSP network, and be comfortable with standard IT tools. - Have a strong interest in social sciences (ethnography, anthropology, political science and development sciences) and be able to thematicize societal subjects. - Perfectly master French, have good knowledge of English both spoken and written, mastery of a third language being an asset. - Be proactive in diversifying the library's audiences and implementing a cultural and scientific mediation program. - Be constructive and open-minded, in order to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and numerous partners, even in stressful situations. - Know how to mobilize a team through listening and dialogue in order to establish a climate of trust and create a positive and stimulating work environment. - Accept working occasionally on weekends. The Ville de Genève wishes to promote diversity in all its forms, in all administration services. Why join us? By joining the Bibliothèque du MEG -- Bibliothèque Marie Madeleine Lancoux, you will join a committed and professional team within a library specializing in social and cultural anthropology. You will be able to contribute fully to its scientific, pedagogical and heritage missions, by participating in the promotion of unique collections and the support of various audiences. Conditions and registration procedure Registration deadline: Start date: Job classification: Class I of the salary scale Application file The application file must contain the following elements: cover letter; detailed curriculum vitae or, failing that, completed "Job Application" form (to download from our website); copies of diplomas and work certificates; recent photo (passport format). In its desire to fight unemployment, the city encourages applications from the Office cantonal de l'emploi. Application tracking In Ville de Genève, the recruitment process is decentralized. This means that each service or department is responsible for following up on applications for the positions it offers. An acknowledgment of receipt will be sent to candidates. Employment conditions Employees of the Ville de Genève must be domiciled in the authorized domiciliation zone and hold a valid work permit or authorization. More information on the working conditions of the Ville de Genève: [ ](< >) jpid43c99b7jm jpit1041jm jpiy26jm