THABANI BRIGHT CELE

- I am responsible for collecting, organizing and maintaining documents such as invoices, receipts, forms and shipments. Responsible for daily tasks include sorting, lebeling, scanning, uploading, and archiving documents, as well as retrieving files and documents upon request and disposal of outdated records.

- Using my library and information science skills and knowledge, i implemented efficient filling systems which makes it easier to retrieve documents. The company was using traditional/physical filing system when i arrived, i then digitalized hard copies for easier access.

-Oversaw file room operations for a big company and streamlined workflows to promote quicker turnaround. Also helping office Administrators with their work, such as issuing invoices, communicating with clients and other stakeholders.

• Assist in running of circulation desk (issuing, renewal & returning of book loans) using (Workflows System)
• Library Management, Public Records Management, Information co-ordination, Information gathering and dissemination.
• Knowledge management, including indigenous knowledge management.
• Material selection for purchase, Subscription renewals, serial and journals control, Library administration, Library administration, Records Management, Electronic filing and records management, Collection development, Information Storage and Preservation, Liaise between the public library and other libraries in the region, Library budget control and management
• Internet, Provision of efficient library services to all patrons.
• Assist with drafting monthly reports and forward them to manager of library.
• Assist with drafting budget for every event that will be hosted by the library e.g.: (Library Week).
• Assist with providing administrative/secretarial duties in the absentia of librarian.
• Managing and assist in the computer/cyber section: including photocopying machine, printers and scanners, ensuring that the papers and ink are always loaded.
• Assist children with readership skills and children's literature
• Advanced use of Library systems for circulation and cataloguing (SLIMS Collection development: establish user's needs, acquire relevant library resources
• Weed resources, undertake annual stocktaking, procure & renew newspaper/journal subscriptions.
• Helping with exhibitions to promote new collection to patrons and community.
• Tracking of documents that were delivered and/or collected.
• Record keeping and assist with general office administration.
• Implemented a change of service delivery to patrons. Reorganised the meeting for the library week.
• Devised and implemented a new filing and indexing system for files, resulting in greater ease of access and a more time-efficient process
• Helped provide a safer workplace by cataloguing and safety information and posters for the whole library.
• Diary management, typing correspondence and documents, creating presentations and creating meeting minutes.
• Fostered positive relationships with patrons from diverse backgrounds ensuring equal access to all information resources.
• Assisted in budget management by tracking expenditures on books, materials, and supplies within established guidelines.
• Promoted digital literacy among patrons by offering one-on-one assistance with e-resources and technology use.
• Maintained a welcoming environment for patrons by keeping the library clean, organized, and wellstocked.
• Enhanced patron satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and friendly research assistance.
• Contributed to overall library efficiency by assisting in circulation desk duties such as checking out materials and managing holds.
• Raised public awareness of available resources through social media posts highlighting valuable collections or upcoming events.
• Increased resource accessibility by cataloging and organizing library materials effectively.
• Kept library shelves and printed materials well-stocked and organized according to established system.
• Collaborated with colleagues to design engaging displays that showcased new arrivals and promoted reading interests.
• Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.

• Information searching and retrieval for users both manually and electronically via (SLIMS System)
• Library Management, Public Records Management, Information co-ordination, Information gathering and dissemination.
• Knowledge management, including indigenous knowledge management.
• Internet, Provision of efficient library services to all patrons.
• Assist with drafting budget for every event that will be hosted by the library e.g.: (Library Week).
• Managing and assist in the computer/cyber section: including photocopying machine, printers and scanners, ensuring that the papers and ink are always loaded. Also fixing Internet Connection.
• Assist children with readership skills and children's literature through storytelling, etc.
• Advanced use of Library systems for circulation and cataloguing (SLIMS Collection development: establish user's needs, acquire relevant library resources
• Helping with exhibitions to promote new collection to patrons and community.
• Tracking of documents that were delivered and/or collected.
• Record keeping and assist with general office administration.
• Implemented a change of service delivery to patrons. Reorganised the meeting for the library week.
• Diary management, typing correspondence and documents, creating presentations and creating meeting minutes.

• When I was doing my 2nd year at the University of Zululand the Department of Information Studies granted me an opportunity to participate in tutorship program. I was one of 10 tutors in the entire department. We tutored first year students the following modules: Computer Literacy 1&2, Information Literacy, Electronic Publishing, Libraries & Information Centers and Information literacy & Retrieval.
• Achieving 85% pass rate during that term.