Information Specialist - Department of Library Services

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES

INFORMATION SPECIALIST

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 8

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• The proactive identification of the current and future information needs of clients;
• Delivering an effective information service to dedicated departments/clients;
• Designing products and services relevant to clients’ needs;
• Marketing products and services;
• Performing collection building for dedicated departments;
• Supporting learning, teaching and research activities of the relevant client groups positively;
• Facilitating the information gathering process;
• Liaising with dedicated departments;
• Participating in organisational initiatives/projects.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A four-year library degree (e.g B.Bibl, PG Dip.LIS or B.Inf (Hons)) and three years’ experience in an academic library as an Information Specialist;
• Relevant tertiary major(s) or experience in the subject field of Social Sciences OR Theology;

OR

• A three-year library degree (e.g BIS)  and four years’ experience in an academic library of which three years was as an Information Specialist;
• Relevant tertiary major(s) or experience in the subject field of Social Sciences OR Theology.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work in a team;
• Information skills training and presentation skills;
• Conflict management skills;
• Good organisational skills;
• Client focused.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience in the research process;
• Experience in marketing information resources and services.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R 367 867 to R 474 573 as determined by UP policy guidelines. (These amounts include the University’s contributions to standard UP benefits, namely provident fund, group life and funeral cover, but exclude contributions to medical aid, as the latter varies per employee.) UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 1 June 2016

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms M Buys Tel: (012) 420 5392 for enquiries relating to the post content, OR Ms S Ledwaba Tel: (012) 420 3122 for Human Resources-related enquiries. 

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2016, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.