Librarian: Saldanha Region, Ref No. CAS 08/2026

Details

Closing Date: 2026/04/13

Reference Number: WCG260303-3

Tracking Number: CAS 08/2026

Job Title: Librarian: Saldanha Region, Ref No. CAS 08/2026

Department: Cultural Affairs and Sport

Location - Country: South Africa

Location - Province: Western Cape

Location - Town / City: Cape Town, CBD

The Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to supervise, manage and control the Regional Library and the service it delivers to the public libraries in the region.

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Library Science, Information Sciences or equivalent qualification;
• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience;
• A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

None.

• Collection development and stock control in affiliated public libraries;
• Administrative functions;
• Human resources functions;
• Supportive management and professional functions.

• Supervision;
• Collection Development;
• Computers.

• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc);
• Good interpersonal relations;
• Communication skill (written and verbal);
• Numeracy and Literacy;
• Problem solving;
• Planning and organising;
• People management;
• Conflict management;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Supervisory;
• Creative thinking;
• Presentation;
• Proficient reader;
• Analytical thinking.

R - R per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
• By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
• Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. Contact the helpline at . For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.