<div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt">DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES (DLS)</span><br></div><div dir="ltr"><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">DEPUTY DIRECTOR (TWO POSTS)</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">PEROMNES POST LEVEL 4</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In
 pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of 
Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">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.</span></span></em></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
 University of Pretoria (UP) is a leading research university in South 
Africa. The Department of Library Services at UP, a major contributor to
 the University’s standing, consistently receives  recognition for its 
excellent customer service, achieved through an optimal blend of skilled
 people and new technology in information and data management. The 
Department of Library Services is changing the face of what it means to 
be Academic Library, continuously striving to be a leader as an Academic
 Library for the 21st Century.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
 Department of Library Services (DLS) at the University of Pretoria 
prides itself on being in touch with the present and future needs of our
 wide range of clients, from undergraduate and postgraduate students to 
our internationally acknowledged leading researchers. New and advanced 
technology is selected and modified to enable DLS to be agile in meeting
 the requirements of its client base. “Adding value” is a term a visitor
 to the DLS would hear frequently from the people working in the DLS. 
The forward- and pro-active-thinking style of the leaders of DLS, and 
the role of small focus groups to map this new Library of the 21st 
Century, make for a stimulating environment in which to work. </span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The incumbents will be required to:</span></span></p><ul>  <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Collaborate
 with the Director of the DLS and the other members of the leadership 
team in considering the best approach of becoming a 21st Century 
Library. This would include making recommendations on current and future
 methods for managing and distributing research data, developing an 
agile and lean support department in UP, and supporting the achievement 
of the strategic research objectives of UP;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Oversee
 the management of the infrastructure of the DLS as designated to the 
particular position of Deputy Director. This may include:</span></span>     <ul>              <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Providing strategic leadership to faculty libraries;</span></span></li>             <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Co-ordination of support for research activities, teaching and learning activities;</span></span></li>              <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Upskilling DLS staff;</span></span></li>    </ul>     </li>     <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Oversee the optimal use of the budget allocated to the portfolio;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Develop
 new ideas of relevance for service improvement for UPLS by selectively 
attending conferences and to make contributions to the wider LS 
community with respect to new approaches;</span></span></li>  <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Oversee the management of the generic services of libraries and to challenge the status quo by exploring better options;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Demonstrate an entrepreneurial flair by seeking opportunities for income streams to assist the DLS in its strategic plans.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</span></span></p><ul>    <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A four-year library degree (e.g. B.Bibl, PG Dip. LIS or B. Inf (Hons); AND</span></span></li>       <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A relevant master’s degree;</span></span></li>    <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">10 years’ experience in the field of LIS of which five should be in a leadership position on, at least, middle management level.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):</span></span></p><ul>    <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Good reading knowledge of the kind of thinking that would lead to a 21st Century Library;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Good reading knowledge of agile- and lean-principles of management, and its implementation in an LS environment; </span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Passion and energy to take responsibility for what is conceptually new and different;</span></span></li>    <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A strong drive to achieve relevant objectives;</span></span></li>   <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Show a stronger preference to be pro-active, even though consideration would also be required;</span></span></li>   <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Be pro-active and challenge-driven;</span></span></li>      <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Be competent with big picture thinking but willing to oversee detailed elements of strategy.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:</span></span></p><ul>      <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Relevant doctoral degree;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Management qualification;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Project management qualification;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proven experience in identifying and applying the latest industry and technological  trends to advance digital library services;</span></span></li>        <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proven leadership in a multi-cultural environment;</span></span></li>       <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proven track record of innovation, creativity and independent judgement;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan and implement complex projects;</span></span></li>   <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Proven experience in managing libraries in multiple physical locations.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">PLEASE
 NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in 
relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">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 medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the 
applicable monthly premium. </span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Applicants are requested to apply online at <a href="http://www.up.ac.za" target="_blank">www.up.ac.za</a>, and follow the link: Careers@UP. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In applying for this post, please attach:</span></span></p><ul>  <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A comprehensive CV;</span></span></li>      <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">CLOSING DATE: 26 September 2018</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">ENQUIRIES: Ms Busi Khumalo, Tel: (012) 420 4134, or Ms Letticia Jooste, Tel: (012) 420 6921.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Should
 you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2018, 
please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">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.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">All
 candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited
 to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal 
credentials.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.</span></span></em></p><div><div dir="ltr" class="m_4875338365170440942gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"></div></div></div></div>
</div><br clear="all"><div><br></div>-- <br><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div><div dir="ltr"><div>Dr Heila Pienaar</div><div>Deputy Director: Strategic Innovation</div><div>Department of Library Services</div><div>University of Pretoria, South Africa</div><div>Tel: 012 4202020</div><div>CV: <a href="https://www.slideshare.net/heila1/dr-heila-pienaar-cv-aug2017/1" target="_blank">https://www.slideshare.net/heila1/dr-heila-pienaar-cv-aug2017/1</a>  </div></div></div></div></div></div>

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