Senior Librarian: Faculty Services
University of the Western Cape, Bellville, TX, United States
Senior Librarian: Faculty Services - (2253)
University of the Western Cape – Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research & Innovation – Library Services
Type of Position: Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date: 3/5/2026
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape Library Services’ vision is to be a strategic partner recognized for our excellence in innovative and relevant library services. Our Library mission is to enrich the learning, teaching and research experience by providing relevant resources and expertise to enable academic success.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and champion high-quality faculty librarian services, evaluating, coaching, providing guidance and support to individual librarians, building performance, and representing the group’s operational needs.
Assist with planning and implementation of plans for the learning and teaching services.
Coordinate information services and manage day-to-day operations and problem solving.
Lead a team of faculty librarians for delivery of a 21st‑century information service.
Communicate within and beyond the library; spearhead the marketing of the faculty librarians’ programme and activities; represent the library at faculty board and faculty library committees.
Compile quarterly reports.
Perform faculty librarian duties and contribute to training activities.
Perform other related duties as designated by the directorate.
Qualifications & Experience
B.Bibl degree or equivalent qualification.
At least six years of relevant experience in an academic library or comparable institutional environment.
Required Competencies
Leadership and supervisory skills.
Effective planning and organisational ability.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collegially and collaboratively.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment.
Strong service orientation and effective problem‑solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Instructional design and pedagogy skills.
Equal Opportunity Employment
In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years.
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University of the Western Cape – Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research & Innovation – Library Services
Type of Position: Permanent – Full Time
Closing Date: 3/5/2026
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas
The University of the Western Cape Library Services’ vision is to be a strategic partner recognized for our excellence in innovative and relevant library services. Our Library mission is to enrich the learning, teaching and research experience by providing relevant resources and expertise to enable academic success.
Responsibilities
Coordinate and champion high-quality faculty librarian services, evaluating, coaching, providing guidance and support to individual librarians, building performance, and representing the group’s operational needs.
Assist with planning and implementation of plans for the learning and teaching services.
Coordinate information services and manage day-to-day operations and problem solving.
Lead a team of faculty librarians for delivery of a 21st‑century information service.
Communicate within and beyond the library; spearhead the marketing of the faculty librarians’ programme and activities; represent the library at faculty board and faculty library committees.
Compile quarterly reports.
Perform faculty librarian duties and contribute to training activities.
Perform other related duties as designated by the directorate.
Qualifications & Experience
B.Bibl degree or equivalent qualification.
At least six years of relevant experience in an academic library or comparable institutional environment.
Required Competencies
Leadership and supervisory skills.
Effective planning and organisational ability.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work collegially and collaboratively.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently in a team environment.
Strong service orientation and effective problem‑solving skills.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Instructional design and pedagogy skills.
Equal Opportunity Employment
In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years.
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