Brahim KERTIOU

Education

Ph.D. in Information & Document Management

Sep 2016 – May 2023

Istanbul University (Turkey)

Dissertation: Alternative Metrics for Evaluating Scientific Outputs: A Model for An Open Evaluation Platform

MSc in Library & Information Science

Sep 2008 – Jun 2010

Constantine 2 University (Algeria)

Thesis: Digital Repositories and Open Access: A Project to Build a Digital Repository for the Field of Library and Information Science

BSc in Library & Information Science

Sep 2005 – Jun 2008

Constantine 2 University (Algeria)

Honors: Summa Cum Laude

Work Experience

Website and Research Platform Supervisor

Sep 2020 – Present

Al-Mojaded Center for Research & Studies (Istanbul, Turkey)

• ▸Supervised the development, management, and maintenance of the center's official website, ensuring continuous functionality, security, and adherence to institutional identity and design standards.
• ▸Oversaw the electronic archiving system, including data organization, digital preservation workflows, and access control policies to ensure long-term sustainability and usability of research outputs.
• ▸Managed content publishing and editorial workflow, coordinating between researchers, editors, and translators to maintain the accuracy, consistency, and linguistic quality of published materials.
• ▸Led the creation of the Research & Studies Platform, an integrated digital repository showcasing research outputs from Arab think tanks, fostering collaboration and open access to regional knowledge.
• ▸Implemented SEO and UX improvements to enhance discoverability, user engagement, and accessibility across devices.
• ▸Prepared analytical and progress reports summarizing digital performance, visitor statistics, and platform usage metrics to guide strategic decisions.
• ▸Collaborated with media and marketing teams to design and execute digital communication plans across social media platforms, amplifying the visibility of the center's research and activities.

Scholarly Communication & Reference Librarian

Dec 2009 – Oct 2014

Larbi Ben M'hidi University (Algeria)

• ▸Provided reference services and research consultations to students, faculty, and researchers.
• ▸Developed and delivered instructional sessions on information literacy, research strategies, and citation management.
• ▸Supported scholarly communication by staying up to date with trends and best practices, such as open access, copyright, and intellectual property issues.
• ▸Collaborated with faculty to integrate library resources into course content and curricula.
• ▸Participated in collection development and the evaluation of library resources.
• ▸Liaised with other library departments and campus units to support interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
• ▸Engaged in library outreach efforts and promoted library services and resources through various channels.
• ▸Pursued professional development by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current with trends and best practices in the field.

Adjunct Instructor

Sep 2012 – Jun 2013

Constantine 2 University (Algeria)

• ▸Directed instruction on electronic archiving, highlighting best practices for organizing, preserving, and providing access to digital collections.
• ▸Delivered coursework on database design covering data modeling, normalization, indexing, and practical database management systems.
• ▸Mentored students in developing electronic resources such as e-books, digital collections, and online databases with a focus on usability and accessibility.
• ▸Developed comprehensive course materials, presentations, and assignments to elevate student engagement and learning outcomes.
• ▸Conducted lectures, facilitated discussions, and led hands-on exercises to reinforce theoretical knowledge with practical application.
• ▸Provided individualized academic support, addressing student inquiries and offering constructive feedback throughout the term.

Publications

Training Programs

• Participant in the training program on Introduction to Information SecurityBARQ For Policies and Consultations
  Istanbul, Turkey
  November 11–15, 2019
• Participant in the training course on the ProQuest scientific research platformProQuest Turkey Branch
  Istanbul, Turkey
  September 2017
• Participant in a training workshop on digital libraries and electronic document managementNational School of Administration & University of Strasbourg
  Strasbourg, France
  April 1–7, 2013
• Participant in the workshop on electronic management of documents and workflowArab Federation for Libraries and Information (AFLI) & University of Constantine
  Constantine, Algeria
  June 25–28, 2012
• Participant in the Second Training Course on Using the SNDL Portal for Accessing Scientific DatabasesCERIST (Research Center in Scientific and Technical Information) at the University of Jijel
  Jijel, Algeria
  June 18–21, 2012
• Participant in the First Training Course on Using the SNDL Portal for Accessing Scientific DatabasesCERIST (Research Center in Scientific and Technical Information) at the University of Batna
  Batna, Algeria
  January 22–24, 2012
• Participant in the SYNGEB V2 Training Course on the Algerian Integrated Library Management SystemCERIST (Research Center in Scientific and Technical Information) at the University of Oum El Bouaghi
  Oum El Bouaghi, Algeria
  March 14–17, 2010

Workshops & Conferences

• Participant in the Third Arab Forum for Open AccessDoha Institute for Graduate Studies & Arab Community of Open Access Group (ACOA)
  Doha, Qatar
  October 29–31, 2022
• Participant in the Spring School of Archives and Ottoman HistoryTurkish Grants Authority (YTB) & Ottoman Archives Directorate
  Istanbul, Turkey
  March – June 2018
• Participant in a workshop on bibliometric measurementsLibrary of Istanbul Technical University
  Istanbul, Turkey
  October 22–23, 2018
• Participant in the SLA-AGC 20th Annual Conference, "Enhancing in Digital Knowledge Society's Information Needs"Specialized Libraries Association (Arabian Gulf Branch) & Qatar University
  Doha, Qatar
  March 25–27, 2014
• Participant in the AFLI 24th Conference "Profession and Studies of Libraries and Information Reality and Trends"Arab Federation for Libraries and Information (AFLI) & Taibah University
  Medina, Saudi Arabia
  November 26–27, 2013
• Participant in the First Regional International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) Conference in the Arab RegionIFLA, AFLI & Public Libraries Department of Qatar Ministry of Culture, Arts, and Heritage
  Doha, Qatar
  June 11–12, 2013
• Participant in the International Conference on Digital Information Technology: Recent Trends in Information TechnologyZarqa University & Galwan Training Academy
  Amman, Jordan
  October 9–11, 2012
• Participant in the First National Forum on Archives and National Memory: Achievements and AspirationsResearch Laboratory 'Algeria's Way Toward the Information Society' & Algerian National Archives
  Constantine, Algeria
  June 10–11, 2012
• Participant in the International Conference on Digital Information Technology, Modern Trends in Information TechnologyTunisian Association of Management & ALECSO
  Hammamet, Tunisia
  May 7–10, 2012
• Participant in the 7th International Conference on the Arabic Language and its Role in the Civilization Building ProcessUnion of Arabic Language Teachers & Universitas Gadjah Mada
  Yogyakarta, Indonesia
  July 14–17, 2011

Awards & Grants

2024

Sharjah Libraries' Literature Award

Sharjah Book Authority

Recognized for excellence in library literature.

2015

Ibn Khaldun Scholarship

Türkiye Scholarships Program

Awarded for doctoral studies in Turkey.

2013

European Commission Training Scholarship

European Commission

Supporting advanced training at the University of Strasbourg on digital library development and management.

2010

AFLI New Generation Award

Arab Federation for Libraries and Information

Honored for the most innovative Arab youth project in libraries and information on the internet.

Projects Supervised

Other Skills

References