Library Assistant

Eastern Cape, East London

**FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY**

**The University of Fort Hare **is a vibrant, equitable and sustainable African university, committed to teaching and research excellence at the service of its students, scholars and the wider community.

**LIBRARY ASSISTANT (**
**Ref.355)**

**EAST LONDON CAMPUS**

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**:

- Grade 12 (Library and Information Science qualification will be an added advantage)
- 1(one) year experience in circulation services of an academic library

**RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE**:

- Charging and discharging of library materials using Sierra circulation module.
- Shelving and shelf reading to ensure information resources are properly organized and in good condition.
- Handling first line circulation queries affecting library users.
- Organizing short loan collection at the main desk.
- Collecting and accounting for fines from defaulting library users.
- Implementing all library policies, rules and regulations for general housekeeping.
- Undertaking day-to-day operations of the circulation services and doing minor repairs to worn library materials.
- Assist users with photocopying needs.
- Performing any other library duties assigned from time to time by the supervisor.
- The position requires a person to work shifts and weekends.

**COMPETENCIES**:

- Good verbal communication skills and telephone etiquette.
- Computer literacy.
- Good customer care and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team.
- The ability to work under pressure.

**NB: The position requires a person to work shifts and weekends**
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**Closing date**:
**26 July 2023**

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

- No faxes or walk-ins (hard copies) will be accepted.

**Note**:
**_Queries can be directed to Ms. Mandlakazi Kwaza on _**
**_ and 043 704 7190_**

**The University reserves the right NOT to make a permanent appointment at this stage.**

**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 representation of our workforce profile.**
- For more information please contact:

- Mandlakazi Kwaza