Library Assistant - (1809) at University of the Western Cape/Universiteit van Wes-Kaapland

The successful incumbent will be responsible for: 

• Perform library clientele duties i.e. Circulation; Short loans; ILL etc.
• Basic catalogue & databases searches
• Provide support to research services i.e. RDM
• Perform virtual & in-person reference services
• Collection development and maintenance
• Assist and participate in Library marketing and other projects. 

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements (Qualification and Experience): 

• Grade 12 certificate at NQF Level 4 plus two years’ working experience in an academic library setting

OR

• A B. BLIS Degree or equivalent qualification

AND

• Experience working with cloud storage & sharing applications

Required competencies (skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes): 

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrable knowledge of library management system
• Sound understanding of library operations
• Exposure to open science activities i.e. RDM
• Knowledge of library systems - catalogue and databases
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently
• Experience working with cloud storage & sharing applications
• Attention to detail
• Customer oriented