Ms. Hussan Ara

A motivated and experienced library professional with over 4.5 years of progressive experience in library management, project coordination, and cross-functional team leadership. Currently serving as Librarian, she brings a comprehensive skill set in organizing academic resources, supporting research initiatives, and improving operational efficiency within educational institutions.

With 4.5+ years of hands-on experience across leading academic institutions including Elysian Higher Secondary School & College, Agha Khan Higher Secondary School, Rupani Academy School IB, and Karakoram International University she has demonstrated consistent excellence in cataloging, resource allocation, digital and physical library management, and academic support services.

She holds an M.Phil and MA in Library & Information Science along with a BS in Library Science from Allama Iqbal Open University, and a BS in English Linguistics & Literature from Karakoram International University a well-rounded academic foundation that enables her to support both students and faculty with precision and professionalism across diverse disciplines.

She possesses strong technical proficiency in industry-standard library management software, including Koha Integrated Library System (ILS), Calibre Digital Library Management, and various Learning Management Systems (LMS) enabling her to manage both physical and digital collections with efficiency and accuracy. She is further skilled in library and records management, MS Office, event planning, and academic coordination.

Her continuous professional development is reflected in multiple certifications, including a Digital Library Systems for School & Academic Libraries Programme, a Graphic Designing Course, and Early Childhood Development (Teaching Training), alongside recognition for her contributions as an Invigilator at AKU-EB Annual Examinations 2023 and as an Invigilator for Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) Examinations reflecting her commitment to academic integrity and institutional support. She has also actively participated in leadership development programs throughout her career.