Senior Librarian

ELIGIBILITY

Internal & External candidates

27.02.2026

LIB 04/26 Ext

Basic Salary R 532 737 p.a T12

Library and Information Services

COMMUNITY SERVICES and HEALTH

• B.Bibl /
  
  B.LIS /
  
  B.Tech: LIS/
  
  B. Inf (Hons) or PGDip LIS or equivalent 4-year post matric qualification.
• 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience in a public library environment which includes supervisory experience
• Fully conversant with all aspects of librarianship, in particular the principles of collection development, reference work, information retrieval and bibliographic knowledge
• A wide reading background and knowledge of literature in general
• Sound leadership and management abilities.
• Knowledge of the means to establish user needs
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Initiative, adaptability, and advocacy skills
• Computer literacy in MS applications
• valid LIASA membership
• Successful candidates will be required to work evenings and on Saturdays on a roster basis.

• Ensuring the library is effectively managed
• Supervising, training and developing staff
• Developing and maintaining a balanced and relevant collection
• Assisting the public with information enquires and reader guidance
• Ensuring the administrative processes and procedures are undertaken and complied with
• Liaising with schools, educational institutions and community organisations
• Ensuring outreach activities and programmes are organised

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