Intern: Library x20 at Council for Geoscience (CGS)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the digitisation of library and publications information resources.
• Assist with organising, sorting and preparing materials for scanning.
• Capture and verify metadata for digitised resources according to established standards.
• Ensure proper handling and care of fragile and valuable information resources.
• Support quality control processes and ensure accuracy and completeness of digitised content.
• Assist with records management and filing of digital and physical materials.
• Provide support to library and publications staff as required.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Matric; and
• National Diploma in Library and Information Science, or Archives and Records Management or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in library and information science, or Archives and Records Management will be an added advantage.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic understanding of library and information management principles.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Familiarity with digitisation processes will be an advantage.
• Exposure to scanning equipment or digital repositories will be beneficial.