Admin Clerk: Libraries _MN3879/25

REQUIREMENTS

-Grade 12. -Code 08 Driver’s License will be an added advantage. -Studying towards a qualification in Library & Information Science will be an added advantage. Computer Certificate (MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint). -Excellent Communication & Interpersonal skills. -Skills and competencies associated with vocation: adaptability, communication, assertiveness/leadership skills, conflict and stress management, negotiation skills, problem solving skills, office/diary management skills, strong administrative skills, writing and typing skills, attention to detail. -A hard-working self-disciplined person with excellent communication and literature skills. -2 – 3 years’ experience in a Public Library or Administration within Local Government Authority.

DUTIES

-Perform counter duties and assist in the provision of outreach services by: -Receiving and issuing library material and rendering of service. -Register new members: completing membership cards if qualifying as member. -Provide information to learners and general users. -Reader guidance and reading promotion programmes. -Shelving books in an alphabetical order and according to standardised library systems. -Perform administrative duties by: -Making photocopies, processing fines, handle all telephone enquiries, process renewals, recording statistics, processing periodical and newspapers. -Responsible for stock control (stationery and cleaning materials). -Covering and mending of damaged books. -Successful candidates will be expected to perform work on Saturdays. -Perform any other related Ad Hoc tasks and duties as requested or required by management (supervisor) from time to time.

SALARY      R 228 828.00 p.a. – R 255 780,00 p.a. (Level 09 of a Grade 04 Local Authority)

                                                                                                    Total package inclusive of all benefits: R 376 906.60 p.a.

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO APPLICANTS THAT PROMOTE REPRESENTATIVENESS IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT EQUITY TARGETS

CLOSING DATE: 10 APRIL 2025 AT 12:00

Please note that the municipality does reimburse costs for traveling to and from the interview or any assessments related to the recruitment process for candidates traveling over 400km for positions on levels 1 to 4. Midvaal Local Municipality is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is committed to the achievement and maintenance of representativeness (race, gender, disability).  Incomplete/Unclear or Illegible CVs and applications without CV’s will be disqualified. Candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness will be given preference. Candidates must apply for this vacancy via the Midvaal Local Municipality website www.midvaal.gov.za. For any queries kindly contact Human Resources (016) 360-7435. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to background screening checks (verification of qualifications, criminal record checks and security vetting). Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a letter from SAQA stating the equivalence of the qualifications. Midvaal Local Municipality, values privacy in terms of the Protection of Personal Information Act (Act No.4 of 2013 (POPIA) which is effective from 1 July 2021, personal information will not be disclosed to any third party, unless otherwise prescribed in the Act, following due process(es). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.  If you do not receive any response within three (3) months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

NB:  THE COUNCIL RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO THE ABOVE POSITION/S.