The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated person to develop, manage, and implement business plans, strategies, policies, and procedures for the SANBI Libraries, to analyse, develop, and manage the use of appropriate new technologies to deliver information in a changing digital environment, to develop and manage all services and co-operate with key stakeholders to ensure for the delivery of appropriate and effective information services.

This position requires a degree in Information Sciences, Archives and Records Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. A postgraduate qualification in Information Sciences, Archives and Records Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 6 years of work experience in the relevant field, 3 of which should be in supervisory position.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: in-depth understanding of research libraries; knowledge about legislation pertaining to libraries; knowledge on the management of library systems; project management knowledge and skills; ability to conduct reference interviews and analysing the information needs; excellent communication skills and outstanding customer service ethics; knowledge of human resources, procurement, and financial management policies, a good working knowledge of libraries metadata standards; and a high level of computer literacy with sound knowledge of library databases.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Provide input towards strategy development and implementation;
• Manage library services and provision of information and training;
• Manage, supervise and lead team member;
• Execute financial management responsibilities; and
• Provide corporate services and communication.

Application procedure:
1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.