Minimum Requirements

• Honours Degree (NQF8) in Library and Information Science or a relevant equivalent degree.
• A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in an academic library, including at least three years in a supervisory role.
• Computer Literacy (MS Office, and in the latest technology such as AI).

Recommendation

• A master’s degree in library and information science OR a combination of an Honours Library Science degree and a postgraduate qualification in management, will be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in library operations management, including but not limited to staff supervision, process and procedure development.

Duties and responsibilities

• Actively support the Director in the achievement of the Library and Information Services strategic objectives.
• Provide input for Library and Information Services strategy development.
• Implement strategic objectives for portfolios reporting to this position.
• Manage and support library staff.
• Participate in staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluation.
• Manage work schedules and assign responsibilities.
• Manage section budget and monitor expenditures.
• Manage staff performance.
• Asset management.
• Manage the selection and acquisition of materials that are aligned with curricula and research priorities.
• Ensure that the collection is regularly updated.
• Collect and analyse data to inform acquisitions.
• Expert research assistance is provided to all clients.
• Manage the development and maintenance of instructional resources
• Manage information literacy training.
• Manage the facilitation of interlibrary loans.
• Lead the promotion of library services and maintain its brand.
• Strengthen relationship with academic and support departments.
• Lead and support collaborative projects.
• Provide input and support to the development and implementation of policies.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and professional standards.
• Appoint safety representatives.
• Monitor safety compliance and procedures.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to professional discourse through research and presentations.
• Engage in professional networks.