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Metadata Administrator Internship 2015 | MNET

Editor — Wed, 08 Apr 2015 06:29:13 +0000

Do you have an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in Information and Knowledge Management, Information Studies or a related field? Are you looking for an internship opportunity to gain relevant work experience? MNET are inviting applications for their Metadata Administrator internships, which will be based at their Randburg office, from South Africans with a degree or post-graduate degree in Information and Knowledge Management or related field. This internship will accommodate three (3) candidates.

What are the requirements?

Must be a South African citizen;
Have an undergraduate or post-graduate degree in Information and Knowledge Management.

How to apply?

To apply for the MNET Metadata Administrator Internship CLICK HERE NOW.

Closing date: 13 April 2015

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Library and Information Science Internship | CSIR

Editor — Mon, 07 Jul 2014 15:14:11 +0000

The CSIR’s intern programme aims to provide newly-qualified professionals with the opportunity to gain in-service training at the CSIR, one of South Africa’s leading research organisations. CSIR Information Services (CSIRIS) in Pretoria invites newly-qualified professionals to apply for a Library and Information Science Internship. This contract position is for a period of 12 months.

Key responsibilities:

Perform intermediary tasks such as literature searches, reference interviews and dissemination of information (making use of Sabinet, the Internet and an up-to-date range of electronic resources such as journal platforms)
Scan, analyse subject literature
Build effective relationships with internal clients
Use technology to develop innovative services and products
Gain sound knowledge of the administrative tasks that form the backbone of an effective information service to scientists

Qualifications, skills and experience:

A first diploma or degree in library/information science
Computer literacy
Experience in using library web 2.0 technologies will be an advantage (at least one year)
All of the following are desirable:
- Innovative;
- Desire to experiment with new technology, products and services;
- Drive to succeed;
- Passion for knowledge and knowledge generation;
- Ability to transfer knowledge and to empower or enable other;
- Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy;
- Good communication and interpersonal skills;
- Planning and organizing skills;
- Ability to work independently and within a team;
- Problem solving skills; and
- Project management skills.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Closing date: 14 July 2014

PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

Should you experience any problems in submitting your application, please contact the CSIR Recruitment Centre at [email protected]. Please do not submit your application to this mailbox.

The CSIR is a responsible employer; we have put measures in place to ensure that equity is implemented such that it best serves the interests of the organisation and South Africa as a whole. This speaks to the CSIR’s commitment to the Employment Equity Act of 1998. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

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kykNET Television Archivist Internship

Editor — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 20:58:23 +0000

M-NET-owned Afrikaans broadcaster, kykNET, is inviting applications from graduates with a degree or higher qualification in Information and Knowledge Management for its Television Archivist Internship programme. There are three (3) opportunities on the programme and all positions are based in Randburg, Gauteng. Due to employment equity requirements, African, Coloured and Indian candidates will be given preference. Applicants have to be proficient in speaking and writing Afrikaans and have basic knowledge of copyright.

What are the requirements?

Relevant graduate and/or post-graduate degree in Information & Knowledge Management
An excellent understanding of customer service/service excellence
Passion for the media industry

How to apply?

To get more information on this opportunity and to apply CLICK HERE

Closing Date: 10 June 2014

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