Volunteer: Digital Research Librarian Intern

Mission 89 USA is looking for a volunteer archivist to help manage the online repository that they are developing. Deadline: 12 February.

Position: Digital Research Librarian Intern

Supervisor: Director Mission 89, USA

Location: The Research Intern will work remotely

Mission 89 USA

Mission 89 USA is a branch of the international parent organization Mission 89. The organizations focus on research, education, and advocacy that fights the exploitation of young athletes in and around sport through social and economic transformation. For more information, visit mission89.org.

Position Summary

The Digital Research Librarian Intern (DRLI) is an archivist responsible for the organization, accessibility and preservation of the Mission 89 USA digital library. Mission 89 USA collects, organizes, and makes available to the public the materials and collections of its library which consists of Human trafficking (HT) resources including HT research, a HT government and non-profit agency contact address and services database and HT educational resources. The DRLI oversees all aspects of managing the library and collection website.

Primary Responsibilities

Create a cataloging system for organizing the Mission 89 USA resource library so that patrons can easily locate the information they desire
Responsible for cataloguing and maintaining accurate records of the collection
Work closely with the Mission 89 USA Research, Education and Advocacy teams and assist them with locating and/or developing the necessary resources to improve performance within departments
Support Mission 89 USA in determining areas of research that need to be studied, educational resources that need to be included in curriculum, and contact information of government and/or other agencies dedicated to eradicating human trafficking and Human Trafficking in sport
Edit and approve for archiving the abstracts submitted for entry into the Mission 89 USA library
Ensure that all information shared with the public is correctly licensed and up to date

Skills and Experience Required for the Role

Experience creating organizational databases
Good knowledge and understanding of human rights, human trafficking, and/or national and international sport preferred
Experience working autonomously and exercising judgement
Excellent analytical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Working proficiency in English required, proficiency in other languages desired.

Eligibility

This position is open to individuals who have completed at least 2 years of college. Graduate student, or post-graduate with master’s degree or higher preferred
Available to dedicate a minimum of 6 hours per week
Open to candidates from any location as work will be conducted remotely. However, priority will be given to applicants from Florida, Maryland, Virginia, and Washington D.C
This is a part-time unpaid volunteer position. The individual selected for this position will receive a letter of reference upon completion of their term of employment

To Apply

Please send your CV and cover letter to Dr. Tom Virgets at: [email protected]. The deadline for applications is February 12, 2021.