Assistant Information Specialist (Librarian) (Cape Town) at IIE Rosebank College

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in running of circulation desk (issuing, renewal & returning of book loans)
• Daily handling of newspapers (including scanning and clippings)
• Daily handling of journals
• Daily shelf reading
• Check that all equipment (computers, printer, copier) are functional
• Assist in updating of notice boards
• Assist in preparing and mounting library displays
• Assist students with using computers
• Help students with OPAC searches
• Ensure that library in neat and professional at all times
• Provides clerical support to the Librarian eg photocopying handouts, helping during workshops, checking subject guides and database worksheets
• B, In addition to these typical duties, may perform other duties as assigned and required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate with a Library and Information Science Qualification
• Minimum of 1 year working experience in relevant field, preferably academic library

Key Competencies

• Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
• Ability to manage time effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• Customer service orientated.
• Ability to effectively cope with change.
• Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
• Be able to work in a team environment. 
• Effective communication skills