eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant 2025
About the eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant 2025
The eThekwini Municipality is seeking for applicants who would like to obtain an employment opportunity as a professional and reliable Library Asisstant. The Library Assistant position at eThekwini Municipality involves supporting the public by carrying out both technical and administrative duties. Your role will play a key part in helping the library operate smoothly and ensuring that services are delivered efficiently and effectively to the community.
You will also be required to perform the duties below:
- Assist library visitors directly by providing helpful and friendly front-desk support
- Handle behind-the-scenes tasks that support the smooth running of daily library operations
- Participate in outreach efforts to connect the library with the broader community
- Manage routine clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and record keeping
- Help maintain a safe and secure environment for both patrons and staff
- Oversee daily cash handling responsibilities, including balancing and recording transactions
- Guide and support new staff members, student interns, and volunteers by teaching them standard procedures
- Step in to perform duties when supervisors or fellow team members are unavailable
- Join in team-based activities and departmental projects as part of collaborative efforts.
For application purposes, please kindly take note of the eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant 2025’s Reference Number: ETH250324-6. The selected applicant will be entitled to a remuneration of R 221 348.60- R287 333.14 per annum.
General Duties as Library Assistant
- Handle circulation tasks by checking materials in and out, renewing items, collecting fines, and managing reserved items
- Respond to basic reference questions, explain library policies, guide patrons to appropriate areas, and assist in locating materials
- Register new library users and issue them library cards efficiently and accurately
- Provide guidance to patrons on how to use library resources, tools, and technology
- Enter and update information in library databases while maintaining accurate records
- Organize, file, and maintain both digital and physical records in an orderly manner
- Answer incoming phone calls and provide helpful information or direct inquiries as needed
- Support library events and programs by assisting with setup, logistics, and participant engagement
- Sort and distribute incoming mail and library materials appropriately
- Contribute to collection development by helping maintain and review assigned subject areas.
Eligibility Criteria
If you’re thinking about applying for the Library Assistant position at eThekwini Municipality and believe you meet the requirements, we encourage you to get your application in as soon as you can. But if you’re not completely sure whether you qualify, don’t worry—just take a bit of time to review the detailed criteria listed below. This will help you see how your skills and experience match what the selection committee is looking for. Making sure you meet all the listed requirements will give you the best chance of moving forward in the process.
The eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant Eligibility Criteria are as follows:
- Obtain a Grade 12 certificate (NQF Level 4) or an equivalent qualification
- Gain at least 2 years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrate basic computer literacy
- Complete Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) and earn a certificate in Library and Information Services
- Register as a member of the Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA)
- Build a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a related field
- Develop effective people management skills
- Apply strong conceptual thinking to problem-solving and decision-making
- Demonstrate an understanding of organizational structures and dynamics
- Maintain professional and technical competence in your area of expertise
- Build and maintain positive interpersonal relationships
- Communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
- Foster collaborative and respectful interpersonal connections
- Convey ideas and information with clarity and confidence
- Deliver services with a strong focus on quality and responsiveness
- Use advocacy and influence skills to make a positive impact.
Application Instructions
Apply online: eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant 2025.
Please follow the application instructions below:
- For the best experience on the website, we recommend using Google Chrome
- Be sure to set up an account on the application platform before submitting your application, as you’ll need it to complete the entire registration process
- You can also apply using a mobile device—Android users can simply use the pre-installed Google Chrome browser without needing to download anything extra
- To speed things up, you can sign in with your existing Google, Facebook, or LinkedIn account instead of creating a new one from scratch
- Make sure all the details you enter are correct and complete, as both you and the selection committee will review this information carefully
- Your information will remain confidential throughout the evaluation process, so you can feel secure sharing it
- By submitting your application, you agree that the selection committee may use your personal details for event registration purposes
- Please submit your application only through the official website—applications delivered in person, by email, or fax won’t be accepted.
Closing Date
Applications for the eThekwini Municipality Job Vacancy as Library Assistant must be submitted before the closing date on 17 April 2025.
We encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. Applying ahead of the deadline gives you a better chance of being considered and helps you avoid any last-minute issues, like technical glitches or missing documents.
Please keep in mind that applications received after the closing date unfortunately won’t be reviewed, no matter how strong they may be. Late submissions are automatically disqualified to ensure fairness for all applicants.
Only candidates who meet the necessary requirements will be contacted for the next stage of the process. If you haven’t heard from us within three months of the closing date, we regret to inform you that your application was not successful.
eThekwini Municipality reserves the right to make final decisions regarding appointments. All outcomes determined by the selection committee are final and cannot be appealed.
Committee Details
If you have any questions or need clarity about the Library Assistant position at eThekwini Municipality, don’t hesitate to reach out. You’re welcome to contact the person listed below with any concerns or inquiries. We’re here to help and will make sure you get the support and information you need throughout your application journey.
Telephone Numbers: +27 31 322 5849
