Librarian II: Teaching & Learning (P8) (Library & Information Centre: Client Services: APK Camp[...]

University of Johannesburg; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African university is seeking a professional to support Teaching and Learning Programmes in the Library. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Library and Information Science and at least two years of experience. Responsibilities include coordinating information literacy training and collaborating with librarians. Strong knowledge of educational technologies and a people-oriented approach are essential. This role will help enhance the learning experience at the university.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in information service provision in a higher education institute library.
• Technical background with experience in developing online learning objects.
• Knowledge of current trends in teaching and learning in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Support collaboration with Librarians in teaching and learning activities.
• Coordinate information literacy training schedules.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders to integrate learning objectives.

Skills

Knowledge of teaching, learning, and e‑learning

Strong knowledge of information literacy practices

Ability to design instruments and analyze results

Collaborative team player

Problem‑solving capacity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science (LIS)

Tools

Educational technologies and digital media tools

Job description

Introduction

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future.”

Job Description

“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.”

For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO

The position provides support for Teaching and Learning Programmes in the Library.

Responsibilities

Support the provision of leadership in teaching and learning:

• Support collaboration with Librarians and participate in the ongoing evaluation of the Library’s teaching and learning activities.
• Support undertakings in best practices in information literacy.
• Remain current on trends in teaching and learning, emerging resources and pedagogy in support of critical evaluation, experimentation, adoption and improvement of information literacy.

Support Objectives For Teaching And Learning

• Support Librarians in developing user‑centered interactive tutorials, course materials and other learning objectives.
• Maintain awareness of trends and best practices in teaching and learning and stay current on initiatives taking place of peer institutions.

Demonstrate an interest and capacity in the use of educational technologies and digital media tools, such as learning management systems, cloud‑based productivity tools and video production.

Demonstrate an interest and capacity in the use of Generative AI technologies as learning management systems.

Coordinate Information Literacy Sessions

• Coordinate information literacy training schedules, including digital literacy and Generative AI literacy schedules.

Engage With Relevant Stakeholders

• Support partnerships with other University stakeholders, Library and faculty to integrate library learning objectives into the university’s learning management systems.

Engage In Professional And Academic Development

• Participate in activities to maintain or enhance current professional knowledge, skills, and abilities in relation to teaching and learning.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Library and Information Science (LIS), Education, the Social Science, Humanities or a related degree.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in information service provision in a higher education institute library or in a special/research library.
• Knowledge of teaching, learning, and e‑learning.
• Knowledge of learning outcomes, assessment processes and the ability to design instruments and analyse results.
• Technical background with experience in developing online learning objects such as library tutorials and videos.
• Strong knowledge of information literacy practices in the contemporary context in order to integrate these into the curriculum for face‑to‑face, online, and blended learning environments.
• Knowledge of current trends in teaching and learning in higher education.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and digital media tools, such as management systems, cloud‑based productivity tools and video production.
• Some knowledge of the principles of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and its relevance to education.
• Some knowledge of Generative AI Literacy and tools.

Competencies And Behavioural Attributes

• Collaborative team player that takes accountability and strives for excellence.
• Meticulously organised and must pay attention to detail.
• A people person who is great with clients and team members.
• Ability to perform well under pressure.
• Good time management and co‑ordinating abilities.
• Problem‑solving capacity.

Enquiries

Enquiries regarding job content: Dr. Getruida Du Toit (Specialist Librarian) on Tel: [phone]

Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mrs. Presheka Padayachey (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: [phone]