Website South African Library for the Blind (SALB)
The South African Library for the Blind renders a library and information service to blind and print-handicapped readers through the production of accessible South African reading material in development of a comprehensive library collection and rendering of advisory services to promote access to information.
The South African Library for the Blind (SALB), a Schedule 3A Public Entity under the Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture, is offering a 12-month internship in its Audio Production Section. This opportunity is funded by the Mpumalanga Provincial Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture as part of efforts to address unemployment, particularly among youth, women, and persons with disabilities.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Education:
- Grade 12 (Matric).
- N6 or higher-level qualification in administration and/or audio/sound engineering.
- Language Proficiency:
- Fluent in Setswana/Sesotho.
- Effective communication skills in English.
- Additional Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Audio/sound engineering experience or exposure (advantageous).
- Voice Test:
- Applicants must undergo a voice test due to occasional narration tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Interns will be assigned to the Audio Production Section and undertake tasks such as:
- Verification of audio books.
- Administrative support within the Audio Production Section.
- Narration as needed.
Remuneration
- Annual Cost-to-Company Salary: R85 887 per annum.
- Note: No additional monetary benefits, relocation, or accommodation support will be provided.
How to apply
To apply, submit the following documents:
- Letter of Application.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Certified copies of:
- Qualifications and certificates.
- South African ID.
- Voice Test recording.
Send your application to:
The Head: Human Resources
South African Library for the Blind
P.O. Box 115, Grahamstown, 6140
Alternatively, email: [email protected]
Important Notes
- Late applications will not be considered.
- Certification of documents should be no older than 6 months.
- Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups (youth, women, and persons with disabilities).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for competency testing.
- If you do not hear back within one month of the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
