Assistant Director: Library Services

Full job description

Job Purpose

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to oversee and coordinate regional library service delivery (library material and equipment, professional guidance and training and project implementation) in a control area.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant experience. A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

Experience in Library Collection development.

Key Performance Areas

Oversee the administration and provision of library material and equipment in a control area; Asset management (assets and disposals) in a control area; Provide professional guidance and training in a control area; Project implementation and library planning in a control area; Financial management; People management.

Competencies

Knowledge of Collection development; Planning and organising; Interpersonal relationships; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Supervision; Communication skills (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

Industries:Government Administration

Function: Others