Librarian for Center for Khmer Studies
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Educate/Train/Teaching, Library |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 02nd December 2026 |
| Salary : |
$450
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| Experience : | Yes |
| Degree : | Bachelor |
The mission of the Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) is to support research and teaching in the social sciences, arts, and humanities related to Cambodia and the Mekong region. Founded in 1999, CKS aims to foster greater understanding of Cambodia and the Mekong region through its international fellowship programs for students and scholars; workshops; conferences; research programs, and libraries. Operating from both Siem Reap (Headquarters) and its Phnom Penh Office, CKS maintains numerous partnerships with local and international organizations and universities.
Since opening in 2001, the CKS Library has become the largest academic library in Cambodia outside of the capital with a collection of over 27,000 titles on Southeast Asia in the humanities, arts and social sciences. Besides the library’s physical resources, CKS has been working on expanding the library’s digital resources on its online catalog, which is accessible to the public from anywhere. In addition, the CKS library also works to promote reading in Cambodia by organizing and attending educational events and coordinating workshops for Cambodian librarians. The Librarian will work closely with our Head Librarian to contribute to this mission.
CKS seeks qualified Cambodian nationals for the following positions:
- Cataloging and data entry into the CKS library management system, Koha
- Updating the book wish list
- Acquiring new books (online and offline)
- Expanding the photocopy collection
- Providing assistance (in-person and virtually) to library users as requested
- Coordinating library events, including the CKS book fair, contests, talks, workshops, and library training
- Promoting the CKS library and its mission
- Assisting with the library’s annual book inventory
- Initiating, developing, and coordinating programming for the Children’s Library and other activities
- Helping to supervise the Assistant Librarian
- Working closely with the Head Librarian to maintain and expand partnerships with other libraries, as well as local and international partners
- Producing monthly reports for the Head Librarian
- Updating the Library database on a monthly basis
- English - Fluent
- Bachelor's Degree in Management or Information Science is preferred
- Cambodian citizen; senior-year undergrad or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Management or Information Science
- Some work experience related to libraries or working in the education sector or NGOs would be an asset
- Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Internet, Databases)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- The ability to coordinate events and workshops, including book fairs, training sessions, and community engagement activities
- Knowledge of Cambodian history, culture, and society is a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills
- The ability to assist library users effectively, both in-person and virtually.
- Strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with higher education institutions is an asset
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving library needs and responsibilities.
- Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and resourceful library environment.
For the full job description and detailed qualifications, please visit: Librarian and Assistant Librarian.
Interested qualified candidates should submit a one-page cover letter and CV (2 pages max) to email address provided in the contact details with “Application for the Post of Librarian” or “Application for the Post of Assistant Librarian” in the subject heading.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. The interview will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Organization : | Center for Khmer Studies |
| Email : | library@khmerstudies.org |
| Address : | ភូមិវត្តដំណាក់, Wat Damnak, Sala Kamreuk Sangkat, Siem Reap Municipality, Siemreap Province, Cambodia |
| Website : |
https://khmerstudies.org/ |
