Job Description

Title of Position

Assistant Librarian: Cataloguing

Post Number

8021359

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape -> Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research & Innovation -> Library Services

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

6/10/2023

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape Library Services' vision is to be a strategic partner recognised for excellence in innovative and relevant library services. The Library mission is to enrich the learning, teaching and research experience by providing relevant resources and expertise to enable academic success.

The Library's goals are enabled through dedicated and knowledgeable staff working within a quality-driven service ethic.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the post of Assistant Librarian: Cataloguer.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for:

• Perform cataloguing, metadata and classification activities
• Create bibliographic records, either through original or copy cataloguing of acquired library materials
• Perform quality control of bibliographic records
• Assign and edit metadata on the IR and ETD platforms
• Manage and process donations
• Ensure that UWC Library holdings are accurately reflected in local, national, and international databases

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Requirements (Qualification and Experience)

• A degree in Library & Information Sciences at NQF level 8 or equivalent qualification
• 3 years relevant experience
• Proficiency in MS Office and Digital Media

Required competencies (skills, knowledge and behavioural attributes):

• Good knowledge of a library management system e.g. ALMA
• Knowledge of cataloguing standards and tools
• RDA knowledge
• Analytical skills
• Ability to work to a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks and multiple priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and also include anything else that you feel may be pertinent to the selection panel. Please attach your covering letter, a detailed curriculum vitae and highest qualification to your online profile. To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the Apply for this Job link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at +27 21 959 4063/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: e-recruitment@uwc.ac.za

EQUITY DISCLAIMER: In line with the University's commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with Employment Targets of the University. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.

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