DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES is a South African government vacancy at Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. This job is part of Circular 25 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office (Polokwane) | closing date: 10 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
Applications
Where to send your application.
- Applicants should apply through the following website http://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za. The application on the eRecruitment system should be accompanied by the new Z83 and recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates). Failure to attach required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualified Applications may also be hand delivered/posted to: Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure: Private Bag X9490, Polokwane, 0700 or hand delivered at Works Tower Building, No. 43
- Church Street, Polokwane, 0699. For Capricorn District: Private Bag X9378, Polokwane 0700 Or hand deliver at 15
- Landros Mare street, next to Correctional Services. For Mopani District: Private Bag X576, Giyani, 0826
- or hand deliver at 570
- Parliamentary Building, Giyani. For Sekhukhune District: Private Bag X02 Chuenespoort, 0745
- or hand deliver at Lebowakgomo Zone A, next to traffic department. For Vhembe District: Private Bag X2248, Sibasa, 0970
- or hand deliver at Cnr. Traffic and Raluswielo Street, Sibasa. For Waterberg District: Private Bag X1028, Modimolle, 0510 or hand deliver at Cnr. Thabo Mbeki & Elias Motsoaledi Street. The application on eRecruitment system should be accompanied by recent comprehensive CV (previous experience must be comprehensively detailed, i.e. positions held and duration/dates) as well as copies of all qualifications, Identity Document and valid driver’s license only. Failure to attach copies and required documents will result in the application not being considered/disqualification.
Salary
R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension
Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
Requirements
- Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Information Science/Library Science /Archives and Records Management or equivalent qualification related to the field as recognized by SAQA A minimum of three (3) – five (5) years of experience in Library environment, of which 3 years must be at an Assistant Director level (Junior Management).
- A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).
- Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge: Systems management / integrated electronic library and information systems, budgeting and financial management, project management, communication, policy management and reporting.
- Skills: Leadership, interpersonal, negotiation and consultation, problem solving, planning and organising, conflict management and presentation.
Duties
- Manage the implementation and maintenance of ICT infrastructure in community libraries: Monitor installation of library security systems in community libraries and conduct quality assurance, facilitate the maintenance and the renewal of maintenance contract of library security systems, verification of invoices and quotation for installation of security systems correspond before payment and manage budget for implementation and installation of security systems.
- Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of library management systems in the Province: Liaise with line managers responsible for projects to ensure that projects are implemented according to business plan, generate submissions for approval of projects and procurement of services, monitor implementation of projects, for example, submission of parameters to service provider, configuration of libraries, develop and implement policies and procedure manuals regarding library systems, attend SLA meeting library management systems and co-ordinate Service Level Agreement with stakeholders.
- Manage, monitor and support provision of processed library material to community libraries: Ensure the monitoring of cataloguing and classification of library material in the province is done according to approved service standards, oversee that processed material are distributed to district libraries and further cycled to their respective service points, ensure that catalogue records are edited before printing of catalogue cards and manage the bar coding and linking of library material at district libraries.
- Manage training of library staff on library management systems: Ensure that training needs are received from district libraries, consolidated and forwarded to service provider, liaise with service provider on training schedules, manage and ensue availability of training resources within the sub-directorate, edit the training report and submit to management and monitoring section and evaluate the impact of training and manage the implementation of an in-house training.
Enquiries
Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Notes
Applicants will be assisted to apply through the E-recruitment system at The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, 21 Biccard Street, Polokwane, Olympic Towers Applications are hereby invited for filling of vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation. Notes: Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Certified copies of educational qualifications, academic records, identity documents and a valid driver’s license (where required) are only required to be presented on the day of the interview. Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in the candidate being disqualified. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction; applicants are hereby advised to seek reasons for the above administration action in terms of Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA), Act No.3 of 2000. Pre-Entry Assessments: All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. Practical Exercise (a) All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate's suitability based on the post's technical and generic requirements. (b) The assessment must comprise a formal test to determine a candidate's proficiency in core functions and the technical dimensions specified in the job advertisement. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/ep/2024 All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity The closing date for submission of applications is the 10 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance and preemployment verifications. Successful incumbent will be expected to sign a performance agreement within one month after assumption of duty. The successful candidate will also be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. The advert will be posted on the following websites www.sac.limpopo.gov.za / www.limpopo.gov.za, and www.dpsa.gov.za MANAGEMENT ECHELON
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Original Text
DSAC 2026/05
SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Pension
Fund, a medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules).
CENTRE : Head Office (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree NQF level 06 / 07 in Information Science/Library Science /Archives and Records Management or equivalent qualification related
to the field as recognized by SAQA A minimum of three (3) – five (5) years of experience in Library environment, of which 3 years must be at an Assistant
Director level (Junior Management). A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities). Knowledge And Skills: Knowledge: Systems management /
integrated electronic library and information systems, budgeting and financial management, project management, communication, policy management and
reporting. Skills: Leadership, interpersonal, negotiation and consultation, problem solving, planning and organising, conflict management and
presentation.
DUTIES : Manage the implementation and maintenance of ICT infrastructure in community libraries: Monitor installation of library security systems in
community libraries and conduct quality assurance, facilitate the maintenance and the renewal of maintenance contract of library security systems,
verification of invoices and quotation for installation of security systems correspond before payment and manage budget for implementation and
installation of security systems. Manage and co-ordinate the implementation of library management systems in the Province: Liaise with line managers
responsible for projects to ensure that projects are implemented according to business plan, generate submissions for approval of projects and procurement
of services, monitor implementation of projects, for example, submission of parameters to service provider, configuration of libraries, develop and
implement policies and procedure manuals regarding library systems, attend
SLA meeting library management systems and co-ordinate Service Level
Agreement with stakeholders. Manage, monitor and support provision of processed library material to community libraries: Ensure the monitoring of
cataloguing and classification of library material in the province is done according to approved service standards, oversee that processed material are
distributed to district libraries and further cycled to their respective service points, ensure that catalogue records are edited before printing of catalogue
cards and manage the bar coding and linking of library material at district libraries. Manage training of library staff on library management systems:
Ensure that training needs are received from district libraries, consolidated and forwarded to service provider, liaise with service provider on training schedules,
manage and ensue availability of training resources within the sub-directorate, edit the training report and submit to management and monitoring section and
evaluate the impact of training and manage the implementation of an in-house training.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Musia N, Ms Langa LZ, Mr Mnisi NF and HRM Intern Tel No: (015) 284 4143/ 4109/4186 / 4314.
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 25 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.