UCT is one of the leading higher education institutions on the African continent and has a tradition of academic excellence that is respected worldwide.
Situated on spectacular Devil’s Peak, it is Africa’s oldest and foremost university. Three worldwide rankings have placed UCT among the world’s top 200 institutions, the only African university to have...
UCT Libraries seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced senior library and information professional to the position of Director: Research & Learning Services.
As a member of the UCT Libraries Directorate, the incumbent provides strategic leadership to the Research and Learning Section to advance its role in facilitating world-class access to knowledge and services as a partner to teaching, learning, and research at the University of Cape Town.
Requirements:
Appropriate NQF Level 9 qualification in library and information science
15-20 years’ experience with at least 10 years of line management experience in an academic library at a research-intensive academic or research-related environment.
In-depth knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the LIS discipline at national and international levels
Awareness of the higher education and research landscape, including current trends, challenges, and opportunities in the global and African higher education sectors.
Familiarity with research support and learning services, covering the entire research lifecycle, bibliometrics, research impact assessment, academic integrity, and teaching & learning support services. This includes scholarly communication and publishing, digital libraries, emerging technologies, and traditional academic library services.
Record of scholarship or professional service in the field of academic librarianship
Experience in leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimise service delivery and operational efficiency. This involves using digital tools and platforms to create impactful strategic outcomes, thereby enhancing the organization’s overall effectiveness and innovation capacity.
Registration with the national LIS professional body, LIASA
Advantages:
Experience with University publishing, such as a university press or open-access publishing.
Responsibilities include:
Strategic leadership of the Research and Learning Section
Innovation and Service Transformation
Library leadership, strategic planning, financial management, and policy development
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