[IRTalk] VACANCY - SENIOR COORDINATOR: RESEARCH COMMONS

[Gallant Matizirofa]

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES

SENIOR COORDINATOR: RESEARCH COMMONS

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 7



*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 incumbent will be responsible for:



   - Proactive identification of the current and future information needs
   of clients;
   - Improving research enablement, scientometrics (bibliometrics,
   altmetrics, webometrics), patent searching and professional knowledge and
   skills continuously;
   - Contributing to the strategy formulation, implementation and ensure
   operational plans for the Research Commons are in place as a member of DLS
   management team;
   - Delivering a proactive, effective and efficient research support
   service that advance research and international profile of the University;
   - Strategic partnering with the Department of Research and Innovation in
   planning and implementing the Early Career Academic and Postgraduate
   workshops;
   - Designing customised information products and services relevant to
   clients’ needs;
   - Marketing information products and services;
   - Supporting research activities of the relevant client groups;
   - Facilitating information access process;
   - Participating in organisational initiatives/projects;
   - Leading and coordinating all UP Research Commons.



MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:



   - A four-year library degree (e.g B.Bibl, Degree plus PG Dip.LIS or
   B.Inf (Hons);
   - Four years’ experience in the following:
      - Research experience;
      - Training and presenting experience (both physical and virtually
      using variety of tools);
      - Coordinator responsibilities of a unit/section.



REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):



   - Knowledge or experience in the various research processes;
   - Bibliometric knowledge and skills;
   - Training and presentation experience (both physical and virtually
   using a variety of tools);
   - Building information retrieval strategies;
   - Knowledge of Libguides and Blackboard;
   - Supervision skills;
   - Marketing methods/procedures;
   - Information management skills;
   - Information analyzing, evaluating and organizing skills;
   - Negotiation skills;
   - Emotional intelligence;
   - Communication skills across cultural borders;
   - Marketing skills;
   - Creativity and innovation;
   - Adaptability.



ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:



   - A Masters in Library and Information Science or related fields.
   - Two years’ experience in the following:
      - Bibliometric and research support;
      - Patent searching (prior art searching);
      - Liaising and serving executive or related high profile clients.



PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in
relevant skills assessments and/or psychometric testing as part of the
selection process.



The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s
level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes
to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the
applicable monthly premium.



Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the
link: Careers at UP.



In applying for this post, please attach:



   - A comprehensive CV;
   - Certified copies of qualifications;
   - Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom
   we have permission to contact.



CLOSING DATE: 5 August 2022



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



ENQUIRIES:



Mr Gojiwe Malobola: gojiwe.malobola at up.ac.za, Tel: (012) 420 3122 for
application-related enquiries and Ms Anna Siwela: anna.siwela at p.ac.za
Tel: (012) 420 2845 for post related content.



Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2022,
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.*



*By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo
verification of personal credentials and related information including, but
not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and
historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.*



*The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised
positions.*

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