Junior Librarian: Acquisitions (Job Level 10.1) at Stellenbosch University

Duties  

• Responsible for a variety of tasks related to the administration of databases, electronic and printed journals, open resources, and ovseeing and advising regarding these operations.
• Responsible for a variety of tasks related to making e-books accessible, and overseeing these tasks.
• As a backup to standing orders, being responsible for all processes related to the function.
• Responsible for the administration of open resources.
• Financial administration of invoices.
• Managing compact storage and the off-campus storage facility.
• Assisting with managing statistics for e-books, printed and e-journals.
• Providing client service.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science, or a bachelor's degree plus postgraduate diploma in Library and Information Science.
• At least three years' experience working in an academic library.
• Experience in facilitating access to e-resources.
• Knowledge of financial practices, transactions, and documents.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Experience of working on an integrated library system, e.g. Alma.
• Experience in the use of various library standards, e.g. RDA, MARC21, LC Subject Headings and Name Authorities, and DDC.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.

Recommendation

• Experience in the administration of databases, e-books, print and e-journals, open resources and standing orders