Rosebank College Information Specialist Internship Programme 2025

CAREER27October 7, 2024

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Rosebank College invites unemployed graduates to apply for Externship Programme 2024 / 2025.

Externship Application Ending Date: 11 October 2024

Externship Placement: Mbombela, Mpumalanga

Job Purpose:

Performs routine clerical duties to assist the Librarian and thereby provides a quality service to the students.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a Library and Information Science Qualification NQF Level 7

Key Competencies:

Knowledge and understanding of the South African higher education systems and regulatory framework.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Attention to detail.
Customer service orientated.
Ability to effectively cope with change.
Deadline orientated and can work well under pressure.
Be able to work in a team environment.
Effective communication skills.