Librarian
About us
Al Khor International School is a 4 to 18, co-educational and non-selective international school. Owned by QatarEnergy LNG, the world's largest producer of liquefied natural gas, AKIS caters for the children of the company's employees. We are one of the largest international schools in the Middle East, with approximately 4,000 students across our British and CBSE curriculum schools. The school has exceptional facilities and is located in Al Khor Community, 40 minutes north of Qatar's capital city, Doha.
The opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic and well-organized librarian. The successful candidate will be an effective team player with the ability to create a positive learning environment and a commitment to support high-quality teaching and learning. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly and welcoming community in one of the leading international schools in the region.
Skills and qualities
Relevant degree
Library experience, preferably in an educational setting
Knowledge of online cataloguing systems e.g. Oliver
Commitment to student well-being and learning
Good communication and people skills
Cultural awareness and sensitivity
Ability to speak Arabic would be an advantage
Key responsibilities
Organise and manage the library to create an engaging and stimulating learning environment
Promote digital learning and a love of reading
Liaise with teachers to plan library lessons, and ensure collections and library displays align with curriculum themes
Review resources to ensure content is age and culturally appropriate, as per school and Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MoEHE) guidelines
Administer the loan and return of books and resources in line with school policy
Create, update and manage information resources
Classify and catalogue new library resources online, using Oliver software
Shelve books using the Dewey system to ensure collections are well-organized
Hold information literacy sessions with students
What we offer
Our excellent compensation package includes:
A competitive tax-free salary
High-quality professional learning and development
End of service benefits
Recruitment requirements
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to submit a fully attested degree certificate, transcript and a police certificate.
Please note that due to government regulations we can only consider applicants who are below 50 years of age.
How to apply
Please apply on the relevant AKIS job posting.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date
16 August 2026
Al Khor International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our recruitment process, applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a thorough criminal records check.