Director: Library Information Services and Provincial Archives

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Overview This document outlines the requirements for the Director: Library Information Services and Provincial Archives role at the Gauteng Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation. The position is responsible for overseeing the strategic development, management, and preservation of library and archival services, including policy implementation, record preservation, modernization initiatives, financial support for municipal libraries, and the promotion of reading programs. What you will do * 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. Requirements (from the original advert) * **Qualifications:** A Grade 12 Certificate plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Archival Studies / Libraries & Information Science or a relevant qualification. A compulsory Pre-Entry Senior Management Certificate will be required before the assumption of duty. * **Experience:** A minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior/middle Management level/Deputy Director in the relevant field. * **License:** 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. Who should apply Candidates with a strong background in Archival Studies or Libraries & Information Science, holding an NQF level 7 undergraduate qualification and a Grade 12 Certificate, are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have at least 5 years of senior or middle management experience in the relevant field, possess a valid driver's license, and be prepared to obtain a Pre-Entry Senior Management Certificate before starting. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proficiency in a range of management and analytical skills, including financial management, strategic planning, project management, and leadership, alongside comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and public sector management principles. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/director-library-information-services-and-provincial-archives-gauteng-department-of-sports-arts-culture-and-recreation-1 Source: myjobmag

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