[Irtalk] IR administrator (UPSpace)

[Leti Kleyn]

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES
UP SPACE ADMINISTRATOR
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 10
In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of
Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the above 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:
Administering the UP digital research repository;
Administering the interfaces relevant to the repository, e.g.
digitisation, open scholarship, copyright and digital preservation;
Administering the client interfaces with the repository in consultation
with information specialists and other relevant managers;
Continuous innovation of repository practices by implementing relevant
new tools and practices;
Administering quality assurance of the repository work process in
conjunction with the Open Scholarship Manager.

 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: 
B-degree and three years’ relevant work experience in support of a
research environment and/or the research process in an academic library;
OR 
B-degree and one year institutional repository experience; OR
Grade 12 and eight years’ IT knowledge and experience (such as
DuraSpace, Linex and Java).

 
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):
Appropriate language and communication skills;
Accuracy and a sense of responsibility;
Interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence;
Problem solving, organisational and negotiation skills;
Management and training skills;
Creativity and innovative thinking;
Ability to work independently and in a team;
Conflict management skills.

 
ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:
Insight into the information/knowledge, publishing and research
sectors;
Knowledge of digitization and repositories;
Knowledge of copyright and Creative Commons licencing;
Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat software;
Knowledge of research and development;
Project management training and/or experience;
Specific expertise in terms of IT applications e.g. repository software
(currently DSpace), Java programming.

 
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 250 904 to R 300 927 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, quoting the applicable
reference number. 
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:  13 May 2015
No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does
not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
 
ENQUIRIES:  Dr L Kleyn, Tel: (012) 420 3876 for enquiries relating to
the post content, OR Ms Z Msibi, Tel: (012) 420 3649 for Human
Resources-related enquiries.
 
Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 July 2015,
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 not to make an
appointment to the posts as advertised.
 

Dr Leti Kleyn
Manager
: Open Scholarship Programme
E-Services Unit
Department of Library Services 
Merensky Library Room 2.24.2
University of Pretoria
8 leti.kleyn at up.ac.za ) 012 420 3876
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