Librarian
- Function
- Librarian
- Facility
- Life Beacon Bay Hospital
- Position
- Librarian
- Introduction
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A vacancy exists for a Librarian, based at Head Office, reporting to the Curriculum Development and Accreditation Manager. The position is a permanent, part-time position. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting learning, teaching and research by managing library and information resources for college community and assisting the research community of the Life Healthcare Group.
- Critical Outputs
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- Organize information resources (collection, processing, indexing) for easy access by on-campus and remote students and Nursing College academic staff.
- Apply knowledge of cataloguing rules and the Dewey decimal classification system to enhance resource discoverability for blended learning and research.
- Teach skills for locating, accessing, evaluating, using, and communicating information to support teaching, learning, and research at the Nursing College.
- Collaborate with educators to integrate information literacy into blended learning environments and research methodologies.
- Participate in educator development opportunities [e.g. Workshops, CPD development].
- Participate in student and educator onboarding.
- Requirements
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- Bachelor’s degree in library and information science
- Or a degree plus Postgraduate Diploma in Library and Information Science
- Driver’s license and ability to travel
- Competencies
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- Information retrieval skills in various formats of information resources, including information discovery and library research tools
- Experienced in the delivery of information skills training and presentations
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical and judgement skills
- Skilled in influencing, motivating and developing others
- Effective self-management and Ethical behavior
- Embraces diversity
- Knowledge of social networking applications
- Strong client orientation and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in English
- Provision of information and research support to undergraduates, postgraduates, and academic staff
- Skilled in building relationships and collaborating with stakeholders
- Organizational awareness and Change agent
- Strong verbal, written and digital communication skills including facilitation and presentation
- careers@lifehealthcare.co.za
- Closing date
- Friday, October 24, 2025
Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.
Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.