Library Assistant

About this role

The City of Ekurhuleni is looking for a Library Assistant to work in its libraries. The post helps the public use library services, from borrowing books to finding information and joining learning programmes.

What you’ll do

• Help members of the public borrow library items and handle the issue and return counter.
• Answer basic information questions and give educational support to users in every section of the library.
• Carry out auxiliary library tasks and help with day-to-day library administration.
• Help plan and run educational and library promotion programmes for the community.
• Shelve and sort library material so that it is easy to find.
• Prepare and maintain library media so users get good service.

What you need

• Grade 12 (matric).
• Computer literacy.
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience.
• You may be asked to show proof of the NQF level of the qualifications you hold.

Is this job for you?

This job suits someone who likes helping people and enjoys working with books and information. If you have matric, basic computer skills and some library or customer service experience, this could be a good fit.

Tips before you apply

• Have your matric certificate and any other qualification certificates ready as scanned copies, so you can prove your NQF level if asked.
• On your CV, list any library, counter or customer service work, and say what you did in each role.
• Show your computer skills clearly, such as the programmes you can use and any typing or system work you have done.

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