UFH Library Department 2017 Librarian Job Vacancy

UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN: LIBRARY DEPARTMENT

ALICE AND EAST LONDON CAMPUS

R 824 012 – R 1 026 820 PA (All-inclusive package)

(5 Year Fixed-Term Contract)

University of Fort Hare invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of University Librarian: Library department.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

The incumbent is expected to provide strategic leadership and a vision for the provision of academic information services at the University of Fort Hare
Leads and manages the UFH Libraries: a system consisting of Main library in Alice, East London Campus Library, and Bhisho Library.
Holds financial accountability for all aspects of UFH Libraries’ budget. Manages UFH Libraries budget and resources to ensure alignment with UFH’s strategic vision and mission
Has overall accountability for the shape of the UFH Libraries’ collections and for the design, implementation, and evaluation of the UFH Library Services.
Develops and oversees the implementation of policies and strategies to ensure that an optimal mix of information services and resources is available to UFH academic community.
Ensures that the University’s collections and information services are developed and managed in keeping with the changing needs of the academic community.
Ensures the ongoing management and use of appropriate technologies to deliver information in a changing digital environment.
Ensures ongoing communication between academic units and UFH Libraries in order to determine the information needs of UFH academic community.
Ensures cooperation with key stakeholders like SEALS, SANLIC, CHELSA, UFH ICT and UFH Research Unit, to ensure delivery of appropriate and effective services
Provides leadership in developing a professional, service-oriented, and academically appropriate culture within UFH Libraries and ensures effective management and development of Library staff.
Participates fully at senior level in all the relevant leadership, management, and governance structures of the University.

Requirements:

REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:

Master’s/ Doctoral Degree in Library and or Information Science
5 years’ experience in Academic Library Management
Experience in establishing and sustaining partnerships
Ability to attract funds/sponsors
Financial Management
Project Management

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

An understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing universities and their libraries
Ability to manage a complex physical and virtual environment to deliver information services, and preserve information in all formats
Provides decisive and innovative leadership, including successful management of human, financial, and physical resources
Deep understanding of information technology and the ability to translate that knowledge into creative and innovative services to support teaching and research

How to Apply:

To apply: Interested applicants who meet the criteria are invited to:

E-mail application with MOTIVATIONAL LETTER CLEARLY INDICATING THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR, accompanied by a complete CV with three work-related referees, a certified copy of an identity document and a certified copy of your highest qualification to:recruit3@ufh.ac.za.
Applications must CLEARLY INDICATE THE REFERENCE NUMBER AND NAME OF THE POST APPLIED FOR ON THE SUBJECT LINE.
No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.
Applicants are urged to ensure that their applications reach the Human Resources Department before the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.
Failure to comply with the above directions will result in the application being disqualified.

Note: Correspondence will be conducted with short-listed candidates only. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from SAQA.

Included in the above remuneration is the company contribution to our compulsory pension fund, medical aid contributions, life cover and an optional annual bonus.

*The University reserves the right NOT to make an appointment University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic presentation of our workforce profile.

The University reserves the right NOT to appoint

Closing Date:

Friday, 11 August, 2017 – 23:45

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