Assistant Librarian Vacancy at the Supreme Court of Appeal – Bloemfontein
The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Assistant Librarian based at the Supreme Court of Appeal in Bloemfontein. This opportunity is ideal for individuals interested in library services, information management, and legal research support within the public sector.
Job Title: Assistant Librarian
Reference Number: 2025/410/OCJ
Closing Date: 06 March 2026
Centre: Supreme Court of Appeal, Bloemfontein
Salary: R228 321 – R268 950 per annum (Level 05)
Employment Type: Permanent
Performance Agreement: Required
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate or equivalent
- No prior work experience required
- Relevant experience will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of library and information science principles
- Understanding of library prescripts, legislation, procedures, and processes
- Familiarity with library services
- Experience in a legal or law library will be advantageous
- A three-year National Diploma or Degree in Library Science, Information Science, or an equivalent qualification will be an added advantage
Skills and Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate the following:
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Administrative and organizational abilities
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Flexibility and reliability
Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant Librarian will support the Librarian in the day-to-day operations of the library, including:
- Assisting with all library operations and services
- Classifying and cataloguing library materials
- Tracking and managing library collections
- Assisting with annotations and updating of legislation
- Circulation of legislation, journals, and Government Gazettes
- Verifying orders and filing library materials
- Reviewing library collections to identify duplicate, obsolete, or suspended materials
- Maintaining library registers and records
- Conducting annual stock taking
- Performing general library administrative duties as required
Assessment Process
All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake two pre-entry assessments, which include:
- A practical exercise
- An integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
These assessments will determine the candidate’s suitability based on both technical and generic job requirements.
Enquiries
- Technical Enquiries: Ms Z. Gxabuza – Tel: (051) 492 4588
- HR Enquiries: Ms D.S.J Peters – Tel: (051) 492 4573
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via email to:
2025/410/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
Ensure that the reference number 2025/410/OCJ is clearly stated in the subject line of your application.
Employment Equity
The Office of the Chief Justice will give preference to candidates in line with its Employment Equity objectives.
