Librarian

Pretoria
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Government & Parastatals Management
Reference: 182014

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Vacancy Details

Employer: South African National Biodiversity Institute

Reference Number: FBS/002/2026

SANBI offers a basic annual salary of R338 106.00

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to render quality library services for all SANBI staff, scientists, researchers, students, and the general public in the Mary Gunn Library and Northern gardens. Further ensure that all library collections in the Mary Gunn Library and the Northern regions are catalogued and classified.

This position requires a matric and a national diploma in Information Science/Studies or an equivalent qualification at NQF 6, with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field, or a degree or equivalent qualification at NQF 7, with 2 years in a library environment and cataloguing library materials.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: knowledge of administrative procedures, a high level of computer literacy, experience in working with a computerised library management system, excellent communication skills, outstanding customer service ethics, problem-solving, conflict management, experience in procurement, report writing, and organising skills. people management skills, and experience in the application of software tools, including (Ms. Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one year of practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

Perform administration and support service duties;
Provision of information services and training
Create and maintain a bibliographic record of the library collection
Attend to marketing and promotion of library services; and
Attend to team members’ development and empowerment within the business unit

Please note:

Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.

Contact Ms Lehlohonolo Mbele on Tel: +27 (0)12 002 5350 for any queries for purposes of clarity

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