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Junior Information Specialist - Department of Library Services

Employer
Global Academy Jobs
Location
South Africa
Closing date
Aug 30, 2016

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DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES

JUNIOR INFORMATION SPECIALIST

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9

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 incumbents will be responsible for:

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

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • A B.Bibl-degree or an equivalent of four-year library degree; OR
  • Three-year Information Studies / Science degree plus one year experience in an academic/research library;
  • Subject knowledge in the fields of Natural or Agriculture Sciences or IT gained via university qualification or at least on Grade 12 level.

 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

  • Good interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Ability to work in a team;
  • Ability to use time and resources in an effective way;
  • Information literacy training and presentation skills;
  • Conflict management skills;
  • Client focused;
  • Self-discipline.

 

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 347 490 to R 413 878 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: 30 August 2016

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

ENQUIRIES: Mrs S Nyakale, Tel: (012) 420 3877 for enquiries relating to the post, or Ms S Ledwaba, Tel: (012) 420 3122 for Human Resources related enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 October 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.

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