ASEAN Integration Cross Border Mobility of Librarians MALAYSIA
ASEAN Integration: Cross Border Mobility of Librarians MALAYSIA 9 June 2015 Viva Garden Serviced Residence Bangkok, Thailand
Persatuan Pustakawan Malaysia PPM in Brief - History Librarians Assosiation of Malaysia MALAYAN LIBRARY GROUP (MLG): Inauguration 25 March 1955 Registered 6 June 1955 Library Association of Malaya & Singapore - 1958 Library Association of The Federation Malay State - 1960 Library Association of Malaya (Branch in Singapore) - 1963 Commitment To Quality Via Awards Library Association of Malaysia - 1965 Librarians Association of Malaysia (PPM) - 1998 1. PPM Library Excellence Award 2015: § Small Library § Medium Library § Large Library 3. Young Librarian’s Award 4. Best Student Award – Ui. TM, UIA. UM 2. Outstanding Librarian of The Year 5. Writing Award
Persatuan Pustakawan Malaysia PPM ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE President Immediate Past President Vice President II Secretary Assistant Secretary Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Council Members (6 by Election, 4 by Appointment) Librarians Assosiation of Malaysia Standing Committee § Academic Libraries § Public Libraries § Special Libraries § Services for Special Groups § School Resource Center § Publication § Information Technology Sub - Committee § PPM Building § Writing Award § Fund Raising § Code of Ethics GROUPS § North § South § East Coast § Sarawak §Sabah
Persatuan Pustakawan Malaysia Librarians Assosiation of Malaysia Objectives of PPM 1 To provide independent professional views and advise on all matters related to development of libraries, information centers and the profession. 4 To provide & support education and training to enhance the knowledge, qualification and status of members of the profession. 2 To conduct, support and encourage research for the advancement of library and information profession and services. 5 To foster cooperation and establish close liaison with government authorities, members of the public and other professions. 3 To undertake fund-raising activities, including soliciting donation in cash and kind, to finance activities consistent with the objectives of the PPM. 6 To promote and support educational, cultural and social activities for the benefit of society.
Persatuan Pustakawan Malaysia Librarians Assosiation of Malaysia Activities of PPM q Seminar / Symposium / Forum / Talk / Workshop / Courses. q Publication of Journal / Bulletins / Newsletters / Proceedings. q Membership in Regional and International Organization; CONSAL; IFLA q Luncheon, Dinners q Advocacy in Promoting libraries and librarianship as a profession. q Fundraising q Awards to librarians / Libraries q Representing the professional in nation events / policy q Networking activities among institutional member libraries
Libraries in Malaysia 494 4 Academic Libraries 13, 572 National Library Of Malaysia + NLM Community Libraries 283 Community Development Department (KEMAS) Resource Centre 331 State / Public 691 Special Libraries 1, 121 Rural Libraries 10, 659 School Library
Library Profession in Malaysia 2013 Type of Library Service Group Professional & Management Supporting Total National Library of Malaysia 144 368 512 Public/ State Library 131 3, 095 3, 226 - 1, 732 164 248 1, 515 686 1, 679 934 670 395 2, 180 623 2, 850 1, 018 1, 752 10, 199 11, 951 Rural Library Special Library i. Government Agencies (Common User Scheme) ii. Statutory Body (Private Agencies) (Non-Common User Scheme) Academic Library i. Public Institution of Higher Learning ii. Private Institution of Higher Learning TOTAL
Library Profession in Malaysia 2013
Requirement to Practice the Profession • Bachelor Degree (Honours) Information Science Management • Bachelor in Information Science/ Library Management (Ui. TM) • “O” Level • Basic Degree (Honours) recognised by Government + Post Graduate Diploma in Library Science • Master of Library and Information Science (UIAM) • Pre-Universities • Basic Degree (Honours) recognised by Government + Bachelor Degree in Library Science and Information • Master of Library and Information Science (UM) • “A” Level • Diploma or advance Diploma • Bachelor Degree in Library Science and Information + Master In Library Science and Information • Basic Degree and Master Degree in Library Science (Recognised by Government) • Pass in Malay Language (include oral test) at SPM / “O” level Government Sector Universities / Institution of Higher Learning Private Sector
Country Restrictions for Foreign Professional • No restriction • No Restriction • Must pass in Malay Language (include oral test) at “O” level • Have valid working permit Government Sector Universities / Institution of Higher Learning Private Sector
Existing Library Job Titles • Librarian • Director General • Deputy Director General • Chief Librarian/ Chief Information Officer • Director • Senior Deputy Chief Librarian • Senior Deputy Director • Deputy Chief Librarian • Deputy Director • Senior Librarian • Senior Assistant Director • Librarian • Assistant Director • Library Assistant • Librarian • Library Clerk • Library Assistant • Senior Assistant Librarian • Library Assistant Government Sector Universities / Institution of Higher Learning Private Sector
Skill & Competencies Required of a Library Professional • GENERAL • Organisational Drive • Strategic leadership, quality system management, HRM, administrative & financial management • Personal Drive • Creative, Innovative, proactive, committed, friendly, teamwork, good work ethics, Interpersonal and communication skills, analytical and research skill • GENERAL • Knowledge • governance/act, strategic plan, quality system management , HRM, Risk management, • Skills • Visionary, interpersonal and communication skill, coaching and mentoring, problem solving • Attitude • Sense of urgency, ethical, integrity Government Sector Universities / Institution of Higher Learning • GENERAL / FUNCTIONAL • Organisation of library • Management of borrowing and returning of books • Simple book keeping/ account • Input new book into computerised system • Proficiency in English Language Private Sector
Skill & Competencies Required of a Library Professional • FUNCTIONAL • Knowledge • Library management, current library trend and issues • FUNCTIONAL • Knowledge • Library management, Accreditation, Academic programme • Skills • Digital Library , content development, Resource Development, Collection management, Documentation, Preservation and conservation, Institution Repository, Research consultancy, Information Literacy, e-Hub learning, knowledge management • Skills • Digital Library , Resource Development, Collection management, Documentation, Institution Repository, Research consultancy, Information Literacy, e. Hub learning, University ranking, verification of academic data publication, creative and innovative Government Sector Universities / Institution of Higher Learning Private Sector
Chin Loy Jyoon Librarians Association of Malaysia c/o National Library of Malaysia 232, Jalan Tun Razak 50572 Kuala Lumpur MALAYSIA E-mail: chin_lj@pnm. gov. my www. ppm 55. org www. pnm. gov. my
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