Key Performance Areas
Coordination and Management of Library Services: Develop and implement district library support programs in collaboration with municipalities, monitor and evaluate the functionality and performance of community libraries, coordinate collection development, distribution and replenishment of library materials to public libraries and monitor compliance with library and information legislation and policies.
Management of Archival and Records Services: Oversee the acquisition, appraisal, and preservation of public and private archival collections, ensure compliance with records management policies in provincial departments and municipalities, provide training and support to governmental bodies on records classification systems and disposal plans and maintain and update archival databases for improved access and reference services and monitor compliance with records management legislation and policies.
Stakeholder Engagement and Intergovernmental Relations: Facilitate partnerships with local municipalities, NGOs, and national bodies to enhance library and archival services, represent the department in district and provincial forums on library and archive development, coordinate community engagement initiatives to promote awareness of library and heritage services and advise municipalities on compliance with the Minimum Norms and Standards for public libraries.
Outreach and Awareness Programmes: Promote library and archive services through marketing and outreach activities, develop partnerships with local stakeholders and institutions, conduct and manage community awareness programs and campaigns and represent the department in stakeholder engagements and plenary meetings.
Administration and Resource Management: Prepare district-level operational plan performance targets with budget, and procurement plans, supervise and mentor staff, including conducting performance reviews and skills development plans, consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual performance and compliance reports and contribute and attend planning sessions for development of the annual performance plan and the annual operational plan.
Prerequisites
Diploma / Bachelor's Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Information Science/Library Science /Archives and Records Management or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years' supervisory experience in the library environment at salary level 7/8. A valid driver's license (except for persons with disabilities).