LibrarianEmpangeni

As printed in Circular 41 of 2026 · page 139 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)

POST 41/201: LIBRARIAN REF NO: KZNCN-NGWE CAMP 01/2026 (X1 POST) Institution: Ngwelezana Tertiary Hospital Department: KZNCN-Ngwelezana Campus
SALARY: R413 001 per annum. Other Benefits: 13th Cheque, Medical Aid (Optional) and Housing Allowance (Employee must Meet Prescribed Requirements)
CENTRE: Empangeni
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate/Grade 12, Plus A Diploma/Degree in Library and Information Science. At least two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: The candidate must have an ability to make independent decisions. Leadership, management, planning, organizing and co-ordination skills. Have the knowledge of Health activities, Research methodology, Clinical terminology and Library practices. National Archives of South Africa Act, 1996. Public Service Act, 1994. Skills Development Act, 1998, Labour Relations Act, 1997. Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997. Project Management. Research. Computer Literacy. Communication both internal and external stakeholders. Analytical. Policy development. Promotion and marketing. Supervisory.
DUTIES: To design, develop and maintain a collection of research reports, journals and other health related material and manage the accessibility thereof to users. Classify, catalogue and index new material acquired by the Library and update the information management system to reflect the new material. Administer the material on loan to and from the library to ensure that the material is current, in good condition and is returned timeously. Perform information searches on material in the library, in other libraries and on the internet in order to meet the knowledge requirements of library users. Design and implement a health- specific library index and associated information management system to facilitate the efficient and effective storage and retrieval of health and medical research material including information contained on media such as CD’s; video’s and DVD’s. Promote the use of the library in order to contribute to the development of a culture of continuous learning within the Department. Review library processes to enable an improved service to users. Provide orientation to new staff and students on the use of library services.
ENQUIRIES: Dr TE Matsane Tel No: (035) 901 7094
APPLICATIONS: All applications should be forwarded to Dr TE Matsane, The Campus Principal, Ngwelezana Campus, Private Bag X20016, Empangeni, 3880 for attention: The Registrar Academic by courier OR hand delivered at Admin Block, Ngwelezana Campus in Ngwelezana Hospital, Thanduyise Road, next to Ngwelezane Police Station. Applications can also be emailed to NgwelezaneHospital.HRJobApplication@kznhealth.gov.za OR ntombifikile.dube@kznhealth.gov.za The reference number must be indicated in the column provided on the form Z83, e.g. KZNCN-NGWE CAMP 05/2025
NOTE: The following documents must be submitted: Amended application for employment (Z83) which is obtainable from any Government Department OR from the website -www.health.gov.za, which must be originally signed, initialled and dated. Applications received on the incorrect Z83 form will not be considered. All required information on the Z83 must be provided. Failure to complete or disclose information will automatically disqualify the applicant. The application form (Z83 must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (with detailed experience). Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application. Such documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. The appointments are subject to positive outcomes obtained from the State Security Agency (SSA) to the following checks (security clearance (vetting), criminal clearance, credit records, citizenship), verification of Educational Qualifications by SAQA, verification of previous experience from Employers and verification from the Company Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirement 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is applicant's responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation. Applicants: Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. NB: All shortlisted candidates will be required to submit proof of work experience endorsed and stamped by the employer/s prior to the date of the interview. Persons with disabilities should feel free to apply for the post. Due to cost-cutting measures, S&T and Resettlement will not be paid to eligible candidates due to departmental budgetary constraints.
CLOSING DATE: 30 November 2026