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NATIONAL LIBRARY SOUTH AFRICA (NLSA)
 
The National Library of South Africa wishes to make the following 
appointment at its Pretoria Campus: 
 
Executive Director: Core Programmes
(5 Year Fixed Term Contract) 
Reference Number: 02/06/2020 
Salary Scale: R 1 251 183.00 all inclusive 
 
 
The objectives of the National Library of South Africa (NLSA) are to contribute to socio-economic, cultural, educational, scientific and innovative development by collecting, recording, preserving and making available the national documentary heritage and promoting an awareness and appreciation thereof, by fostering information literacy, and by facilitating access to the world’s information resources. The NLSA employs approximately 200 employees. 
 
We are inviting applications from suitably qualified persons for appointment on a five-year performance based fixed term contract. The successful candidate will report to the Chief Executive Officer. 
 
The Executive Director: Core Programmes provides strategic leadership, support and advisory services through development and implementation of strategic initiatives that support the delivery of quality Core Programmes. The position is responsible for managing the outcomes of the following Programmes: Bibliographic Services and Collections Management, Information Access Services, Preservation and Conservation Services, Centre for the Book and Conditional Grants. 
 
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS 
 Master’s degree in Library and Information Science 
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 
 A minimum of 10 to 15 years of relevant experience, of which preferably 6 to 10 years were gained in a senior management/executive management capacity 
 Ability to maintain effective relationships with both internal and external stakeholders 
 Demonstrated experience in successfully developing, managing, and completing large integrated projects 
 Membership or previous active role in a related professional association 
 Knowledge of the NLSA’s Core Programmes, their mandates, processes, procedures, and risks 
 Up-to-date knowledge of trends in the global LIS sector 
 Digitally literate with knowledge of, and experience with, digital systems, platforms, etc. 
 Proven understanding and experience in research and knowledge management 
 Proven track record of driving innovation 
 Proven mature leadership and management capabilities 
 In-depth knowledge and understanding of legislations governing the NLSA 
 Proven experience in strategic planning and policy development in the public sector 
 Proven working experience in implementing policies and procedures in administration, financial management and project management 
 Knowledge of all relevant legislation and regulatory framework including the Constitution of South Africa 
 
 
CRITICAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES NEEDED 
 Leadership, team management, problem solving and decision-making skills 
 Effective planning, delegation and the ability to translate strategic objectives into operational plans 
 Analytical and quantitative skills 
 Interpretation of Legislation 
 Policy analysis and development 
 Proven negotiation, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills 
 Excellent report writing 
 Change management 
 Project and financial management 
 Customer relations management 
 
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY: 
Strategic Leadership and Governance 
 Support the Board Sub-committees in its governance responsibility 
 Provide strategic leadership responsibilities to the Core Programmes within the NLSA 
 Develop and review the strategic plans and ensure effective implementation thereof 
 
Financial Accountability and Supply Chain Management 
 Develop and manage the budget in line with PFMA requirements and National Treasury regulations 
 Ensure effective internal controls and compliance with all audit requirements 
 Secure additional funding towards Programmes / projects of the NLSA 
 Ensure that Core Programmes generate a revenue equal to a percentage agreed upon at contracting 
 Ensure that relevant procurement regulatory laws are adhered to. 
 
Risk Management 
 Identify risks and ensure implementation of mitigation strategies 
 Ensure compliance and adherence to governance structures 
 
Human Resources Management 
 Ensure effective performance management in line with stipulated organisational requirements 
 
Public Engagement 
 Identify potential / new strategic partnerships and ensure active and meaningful contributions 
 Ensure that the NLSA works effectively with the broader stakeholder community in the public, sector, private sectors and the Library and Information sector 
 
Collections Management, Research and Innovation Development 
 Champion the NLSA’s research initiatives 
 Play a strategic role in the acquisitions, preservation and conservation of the national documentary heritage collections 
 Position the NLSA to take its rightful place in the knowledge management sector
 Drive innovation in the Core Programmes to ensure that the NLSA remains relevant in meeting the information needs of stakeholders
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The NLSA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and reserves the right to not make an appointment. Appointments will be made according to our Employment Equity requirements. We encourage applications from people living with disabilities in particular. Prospective candidates will be subjected to competency assessments and security clearances. 
 
Applications: Interested applicants must submit a covering letter, Curriculum Vitae, proof of qualifications and a copy of Identity Document by e-mail to: recruitment@nlsa.ac.za. 
Please ensure that you quote the reference number and the position in the subject line of your email. 
No applications from recruitment agencies will be accepted. 
 
CLOSING DATE: 19 June 2020
 
Should you not receive any correspondence / communication from the National Library of South Africa one month after the closing date, please consider your application as being unsuccessful.