[IRTalk] VACANCY - MANAGER: FACULTY LIBRARY - FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCES

[Gallant Matizirofa]

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES

MANAGER: FACULTY LIBRARY - FACULTY OF VETERINARY SCIENCES

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6



*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.*



KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:



The incumbent will be responsible for:



   - Providing strategic professional leadership and facilitate the
   development of responsive plans that align with DLS, Faculty and
   institutional priorities;
   - Contributing to the strategy formulation, implementation and ensure
   operational plans for Faculty library are in place as a member of DLS
   management team;
   - Facilitating support for all departments/centres/units in the
   Faculties with their information needs and services to advance research and
   the international profile of the institution;
   - Representing the Library in Faculties and engage with Deans, Deputy
   Deans, HOD’s, staff and students;
   - Management of resources: physical, financial and technologies;
   - Manage the development of staff for effectiveness in enriching the
   student experience and learning;
   - Promoting the Department of Library Services;
   - Leading the team and overseeing HR and staff performance management;
   - Managing information resources in line with current trends that
   support research, teaching and learning needs of the faculty;
   - Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.



MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:



   - Library qualification (e.g. B.Bibl, Degree plus PG Dip.LIS or B.Inf
   (Hons) AND or a relevant Honors;
   - Experience in the following:


   - A minimum of 6 years’ working experience in an academic library or
   research library of which 2 years should be in management;
   - Working as an Information Specialist with knowledge of the subject and
   work environment of the primary users;
   - Research process;
   - The use and impact of information technology;
   - Understanding of various publishing models.



REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL

ATTRIBUTES):



   - Expert knowledge of the subject and work environment of the primary
   users;
   - Knowledge of the research process;
   - Expert knowledge of relevant information resources;
   - The ability to organise information and make it available to the
   community;
   - Knowledge of marketing of DLS services and products;
   - The ability to identify training needs and provide relevant training;
   - Ability to benchmark services and products;
   - Knowledge of legal requirements with regards to information
   distribution and information media;


   - Expert knowledge of training and evaluation methods;
   - Creativity, innovation and adaptability;
   - Client focused;
   - Emotional intelligence;
   - Financial Management skills;
   - Relevant information technology (Software and Hardware);
   - Negotiating skills.



ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:



   - A master’s degree;
   - Subject related qualifications;
   - A Valid Driver’s Licence.



PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in
relevant skills

assessments 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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