Library Assistant

In brief

**Overview** This role is for National Prosecutions Services within the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), based at DPP: Pietermaritzburg. The position offers a salary of R237,453 per annum (Level 05), excluding benefits. The primary function of the role is to provide administrative support services, with a significant focus on the management, processing, and circulation of library materials and related library services. **What you will do** * Provide administrative support services. * Prepare Library material received from suppliers for exhibitions and process the return of unselected materials. * Order, procure, and process library materials within the ambit of Supply Chain Management and assets management functions. * Select and prepare library materials for processing purposes. * Receive processed items and link catalogue records on the system. * Verify correct labelling against bibliographic information. * File returned library material. * Provide support with setting up stock and stocktaking. * Render collection development services. * Search for items for cataloguing on bibliographic databases. * Sort and prioritise items for cataloguing. * Sort returned Library material by identification for filing, discard, repair, binding requirements. * Prepare list and dispatch new items for collection. * Update correct SLIMS records regarding assets allocation information. * Circulate special collections and audio-visual material on short loan. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. * Demonstrable competency in acting Independently, Professionally, Accountable and with Credibility. * Must be computer literate in programs Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. * Excellent organizing and planning skills. * Ability to work independently and under pressure. * Integrity, reliability, tolerance and determined. * Able to act independently and work extended hours. * Excellent administration skills. * Knowledge of bibliographic information criteria on published works, library services policies and procedures, SCM Procedure, departmental policies and procedures. **Who should apply** This position is suited for an individual with a Grade 12 qualification who possesses strong administrative, organizational, and planning skills. The ideal candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and demonstrate the ability to work independently, professionally, accountably, and with credibility. They should be reliable, determined, maintain integrity, and be capable of working under pressure and extended hours. Furthermore, a background or knowledge in bibliographic information criteria, library services policies, and relevant Supply Chain Management and departmental procedures is essential. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/national-prosecuting-authority-npa-vacancies-3#spani-ref-recruit-2026-342 Source: govpage

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