Director: Library Information Services and Provincial ArchivesHead Office

Requirements

• The successful candidate should have a Grade 12 Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Archival Studies / Libraries & Information Science or relevant qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in middle/ senior Managerial level (or Deputy Director) in the relevant field.
• A compulsory Pre-Entry Senior Management Certificate will be required before the assumption of duty.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Skills:
• Decision making.
• Management of projects.
• Technical Analytic skills.
• Financial Management.
• Strategic and operational.
• Planning and organizing.
• Problem solving.
• Conflict management.
• Verbal and written communication.
• Leadership.
• Computer literacy.
• Report writing.
• Knowledge of:
• The Constitution of 1996.
• PFMA.
• Promotion of access to information act.
• Promotion of administration justice act.
• Electronic communication and transaction act.
• National archives and records services act.
• Change Management, Programme and Project Management, Conflict Management, Financial, People Management and empowerment.

Duties

• Oversee the development and implementation of archives and library policies.
• Oversee and manage the preservation of public and non-public records and ensure accessibility to the public.
• Manage the development, transformation, promotion and modernization of libraries and information services.
• Manage financial support to municipal library services by providing earmarked transferred allocation.
• Oversee the implementation of reading and library programs to inculcate the culture of reading.
• Identify the needs for library and archives infrastructure.

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Notes from the department

• Applications should be submitted on a new Z83 form. “Applicants are advised that until 31 December 2020 the current application for employment (Z83) form will be applicable, however from 01st January 2021, a new application form which can be downloaded at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies.
• Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.gov.za/documents.
• Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered.
• Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below.
• Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process.
• All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full.
• Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached.
• However, the question related to conditions that prevent re- appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed, as per DPSA circular no.
• 03 of 2025.
• Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
• Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
• The Department does not accept applications via fax.
• Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered.
• All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
• One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
• If you have not been contacted within three (03) months after the closing date of this advertisement, accept that your application was unsuccessful.
• Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check.
• Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
• The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s).
• The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement.
• It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these post(s).
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required before the appointment can be made for Senior Management posts.
• Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme suitably qualified, dynamic, passionate, and experienced qualifying persons are invited to apply for the vacant position.