CAREER OBJECTIVES

I am a driven
and motivated individual who has a passion to teach, but more importantly
learn. My career objective is to acquire professional knowledge and skills as
well as produce positive outcomes for key performance areas I’m responsible
for. My aim is to develop myself professionally, empower others and participate
in community initiatives. I will strive to apply my skills and expertise to
produce actionable intelligence, develop strategies and gain competitive
insights for the organisation that I am employed in as well as contribute to
the profession with my innovative personality.

The key
strengths that I possess for success include:

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A considerable amount of knowledge regarding the
principles and practices of Information Management, particularly in information
provision, collection development and management and strategy

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Provision of effective and efficient training to
staff and students by following a formal information literacy training
programme

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The ability to think strategically as well as
critically

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The ability to express ideas clearly and
concisely, orally and in writing

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

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Knowledge about the principles and practices of
Information and Knowledge Management

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Knowledge of primary information sources and
various research methods

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The ability to conduct research efficiently and
effectively

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The ability to multi-task

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Problem solving skills

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Networking skills

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Good time management skills

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Regular use of Microsoft Office Programs

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Independent learning skills

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To work under pressure

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To conduct lectures and tutorials

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To engage in community work as well as
continuous learning

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Public speaking

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Provision of effective and efficient training to
staff and students by following a formal information literacy training
programme