To enhance and improve discoverability and accessibility of library resources by ensuring that: All information resources received from acquisitions are recorded; All information resource additions are added as Local Holdings Records on the correct WMS bibliographic records; All library material is technically prepared and forwarded to all relevant libraries.

· Keep records of all Information Resources received from the Acquisitions section.

· Search and identify correct bibliographic records on WMS for the addition of received acquisitions.

· Create Local Holdings records for additions of acquired and donated information resources.

· Copy cataloguing of received information resources according to international bibliographic standards.

· Create spine labels, add date slips, ownership labels and magnetic strips to all information resources received from Acquisitions and the Bindery.

· Distribute and keep record of all prepared information resources to the relevant libraries.

· Keep record of printed theses and dissertations received from the Higher Degree Office.

· Distribute printed theses and dissertations to the cataloguers.

· Request Graduation programmes from the Higher Degree Office.

· Ensure Graduation Programmes are available to the cataloguers.

· Prepare relevant items for binding according to instructions.

· Keep record of items sent to and received back from Bindery.

· Liaise with Bindery staff.

· Assist with filing of the journal loose leaf publications

· Physical preparation of books in Acquisitions and Cataloguing

· Weeding of old records and files

· Provide administrative assistance with the handling of invoices

· Prepare and send invoices for payment

· Finalise invoices and distribute costs between campus libraries or shared journal and database subscriptions

· Administrative support to the Information Resources Section.

· Prepare all spine label changes as requested by Subject and Branch librarians.

· Identify and collect information resources of which the call numbers must be changed.

· Attend related workshops and training opportunities.

· Responsible for keeping the procedure manual up to date.

· Ad hoc tasks as requested by the Manager.

· Report monthly on activities.

·         Grade 12 (NQF level 4).

·         An advanced certificate / diploma in Library and Information Science (NQF 5).

·         A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a library environment.

·         An advanced diploma (NQF level 6) or a bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Library and Information Science.

·         Knowledge of Resources Description Access (RDA) and Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules (AACR2) for the bibliographic description of information resources.

·         Knowledge of bibliographic tools.

·         Computer skills and knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.

·         Be able to master the instructions regarding the technical preparation of items.

·         Be able to master the Cataloguing Module of a Computerized Library System.

·         Good communication skills in English.

·         Must be able to function independently.

·         High accuracy

·         Good time management, punctuality, and organisational skills.

· Good interpersonal relations and be able to function as part of team.

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                    Mr Ntobeko Sikhakhane, Tel: 018 299 2856

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:   Mr Rabs Diratsagae, Tel: 018 299 4797

 

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.