ASSISTANT INFORMATION SPECIALIST x2

The IIE Tertiary; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosebank International is seeking a Library Information Assistant to develop and manage information resources and deliver services to users. The role supports research practice for students and online learners, promoting integrity and scholarly excellence.

You will supervise circulation, handle newspapers and journals, assist with OPAC searches, and run information literacy workshops. You’ll help maintain displays, assist with computer use, and ensure the Information Centre remains neat and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science required.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience, preferably in an Academic Information Centre.
• Duties include circulation desk, newspaper/journal handling, information literacy workshops, OPAC searches.

Responsibilities

• Assist in circulation desk operations (issuing, renewals, returns).
• Handle newspapers and journals daily.
• Assist with Information Centre displays and notices.
• Conduct information literacy workshops for students.
• Assist students with OPAC searches and using computers.
• Provide clerical support to Information Specialist.

Skills

Organisational skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

OPAC

Job description

Join Our Team at Rosebank International

Rosebank International, is part of the ADvTECH Group, Africa's leading private education provider. From our humble beginning in 1909, Rosebank International has grown to a student population of more than 43,000 students nationwide.

As we continue to expand and innovate, we invite passionate professionals to become part of our dynamic team. If you are driven by the desire to make a meaningful difference in students' lives and wish to contribute to an institution that values academic excellence, connection, and student success, we would love to hear from you.

Join us on our journey of shaping futures!

Job Purpose:

To develop and manage collections of recorded material and the delivery of information services to users. Library collections can include books, journals, newspapers, pamphlets, manuscripts, maps, films, sound recordings, microfilms, CD-ROMs, e-books, e-journals, and databases. The position also supports research and research practice for both students and Online Students. Promote intellectual integrity and ethical scholarship

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in running of circulation desk (issuing, renewal & returning book loans)
• Daily handling of newspapers (including scanning and clippings)
• Daily handling of journals
• Daily shelving and shelf reading
• Check that all equipment (computers, printer, copier) is functional
• Assist in updating of notice boards
• Assist in preparing and mounting Information Centre displays
• Assist students with using computers
• Conducts Information literacy workshops for students
• Help students with OPAC searches
• Always ensure that Information Centre is neat and professional
• Provides clerical support to the Information Specialist e.g., photocopying handouts, helping during workshops, checking subject guides and database worksheets
• In addition to these typical duties, may perform other duties as assigned and required.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Library and Information Science

Experience

• Minimum of 1 - 2 years working experience in a relevant field, preferably Academic Information Centre

Key Competencies

• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Wide general knowledge of Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Commitment to excellent customer service
• Analytical and report writing skills.
• Work outside normal office hours