Director: Research & Learning

UCT Libraries seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced senior library and information professional to the position of Director: Research & Learning Services. As a member of the UCT Libraries Directorate, the incumbent provides strategic leadership to the Research and Learning Section to advance its role in facilitating world-class access to knowledge and services as a partner to teaching, learning, and research at the University of Cape Town.

Requirements

• Appropriate NQF Level 9 qualification in library and information science
• 15-20 years’ experience with at least 10 years of line management experience in an academic library at a research‑intensive academic or research‑related environment.
• In-depth knowledge and comprehensive understanding of the LIS discipline at national and international levels
• Awareness of the higher education and research landscape, including current trends, challenges, and opportunities in t...