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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KwaZulu-Natal Treasury Internship Programme 2013/2014

Editor — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:15:41 +0000

KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Treasury is committed to assisting unemployed youth to gain practical experience in the field of Financial Management, Accounting, Legal and Finance,

Economics, HR Management, Supply Chain Management, Journalism, Communication, Public Relations and Administration. This program will include a work-based structured approach to experiential learning related to an occupation with an aim to acquire competencies in the above-mentioned fields.

In terms of the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, a greater percentage of students

with disability will be taken onto the programme; and whom are therefore encouraged to apply.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

Unemployed Kwa-Zulu Natal Graduates/Diplomates between the age of 18 and 35 years.
Applications must be unemployed after the completion of the tertiary qualification
Prepared to relocate to Pietermaritziburg at own cost
Must be computer literate
Prepared to undergo a selection process that will include a competency assessment and/structured interview

Applicant must consist of a National Diploma/Degree/Honours specialising in the following fields:

Internal Auditing

Economics

Accounting

Financial Management

Human Resources

Personnel Management Law

Journalism

Information Technology

Public Relations

Marketing

Risk Management

Industrial Psycology

Supply Chain Management

Law

A+, N+

MSCE

CNE

Quality Surveying

Built Environment

Library Surveying

Library Science

Public Administration

Public Management

DURATION:

Maximum of 1 year, applicants will be required to enter into a contract with the Department, The

program will run from 1st April, 2013 till 31st March, 2014.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit a detailed CV including contact telephone numbers, physical and postal address, certified copies of ID, qualification is), statement of results and a covering essay motivating why you want to take part in the internship program.

– Clearly state the field you are applying for e.g. Financial Management, Legal and

Finance, Accounting, Human Resource Management, Supply Chain Management,

Economics, Journalism, Communication, Public Relations or Administration etc.

-Applications must he marked for the attention of Mr A. Zulu, Head of Provincial

Treasury, Human Resource Management and Development, Po Box 3613,

Pietermaritzburg, 3200.

Enquiries can be directed to

Mr. S. Qwabe at (O33) 897 4422.

CLOSING DATE FOR THE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS: 15 FEBRUARY 2013.

NO FAXED, E-MAILED OR LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

UNEMPLOYED GRADUATES / DIPLOMATES OF KWAZULU-NATAL PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES

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