Apply for the Gauteng Government Library Services Learnership 2025. A 24-month programme offering a R6,500 monthly stipend.
Gauteng Government Library Learnership
The Gauteng Provincial Government, through the Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation (SACR), is offering an exciting 24-month Library Services Learnership aimed at empowering unemployed youth in South Africa.
This initiative is part of the government’s commitment to promoting employment equity and fostering inclusion and diversity, particularly concerning race, gender, and disability.
Programme Overview
- Programme Name: Gauteng Government Library Services Learnership
- Duration: 24 Months
- Monthly Stipend: R6,500
- Application Reference: SACR/LIBRARY 01
This contract-based learnership is structured to provide unemployed youth with the necessary skills and experience to pursue careers in library and information services, bridging the gap between education and employment.
📍 Available Learnership Posts and Application Locations
The learnership offers positions across various regions in Gauteng. Applicants are encouraged to apply to the centre closest to their residence:
Central Corridor
- Johannesburg Head Office: 35 Rissik Street, Surrey House, Johannesburg
- Naturena: Corner Harper and Hefer Street, Naturena
- Halfway House: Units 002 & 003 Midrand Business Park, Ground Floor, Block A, 563 Old Pretoria Road, Midrand
- Patterson Park: 94 Iris Road, Norwood
Eastern Corridor
- Kwa-Thema Library: 7019 Nkosi Street, Kwa-Thema
- Thembisa Library: 235 Igqagqa, George Nyanga Street, Thembisa
- Winnie Mandela Library: Corner Margaret Zuma & Solomon Mahlangu Drive, Thembisa
South Corridor
- Sebokeng Zone 7: 7726 Sebe Street, Sebokeng Unit, Sebokeng
- Vanderbijlpark: Klasie Havenga Street, Vanderbijlpark
- Vereeniging: Corner Leslie & Market Streets, Vereeniging
- Heidelberg: Corner Jacobs and Louw Street, Heidelberg
- Impumelelo: Stand 221, Impumelelo Street, Impumelelo
- Ratanda Proper: 2856 & 2857 Boshoek Street, Ratanda
- Lakeside Library: 1187 Umzivudu Street, Lakeside
- Sicelo Library: 50 Sobukwe Street, Sicelo
West Corridor
- Bekkersdal Library: 3535 Godlo Street, Bekkersdal
- Randfontein Library: Corner Stubb & Sutherland Street, Randfontein
- Desmond Tutu Library: 1476 Mokgathle Street, Munsieville
- Kagiso Main Library: 9996 Kagiso Avenue, Kagiso
- Lusaka Library: 2880 Columbia Street, Lusaka
- Khutsong Modular Library: Corner Dlamini and Sompani Street, Khutsong
- Wedela New Library: 504 – 1st Avenue, Wedela
🧾 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Gauteng Government Library Services Learnership, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have a Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
- Possess a Certificate in ICT or a relevant tertiary qualification (advantageous but not mandatory)
- Demonstrate skills in planning, organization, problem-solving, conflict management, computer literacy, verbal and written communication, and data collection
- Be between the ages of 18 and 35 years
- Be unemployed and not currently engaged in any formal employment
- Applications from individuals with disabilities and previously disadvantaged backgrounds are encouraged
Gauteng Government Library Learnership
Key Responsibilities
As a participant in the learnership, your duties will include:
- Assisting library users with research, job applications, and school projects
- Offering guidance in the use of Microsoft Office tools and online platforms
- Helping manage library technology areas such as the gaming room
- Tracking and recording library e-resource usage and managing user registrations
- Providing general customer support in a library setting
Application Process
To apply:
- Complete the New Z83 application form PROCESS TO APPLY
- Quote the correct Reference Number: SACR/LIBRARY 01
- Submit the completed form along with certified copies of your ID, qualifications, and any other required documents at the relevant application drop-off location
Note: Failure to fully complete the form or quote the correct reference number will result in disqualification.
Why You Should Apply
The Gauteng Government Library Services Learnership offers:
- A monthly stipend of R6,500
- Practical work experience in library and information services
- Skills development in
Benefits of the Gauteng Government Library Services Learnership
1. Monthly Stipend
- Participants will receive a monthly stipend of R6,500 for the full 24-month duration.
- This financial support helps cover transport, food, and basic personal expenses.
2. Practical Work Experience
- Get hands-on experience working in a library environment.
- Gain exposure to administrative duties, public service, digital platforms, and customer service tasks.
3. Skills Development
- Learn valuable professional skills such as:
- Communication and teamwork
- Research and information management
- Digital literacy (Microsoft Office, internet tools)
- Conflict resolution and problem-solving
4. Career Opportunities
- Build your CV with two years of work-based learning.
- Increase your chances of being absorbed into full-time roles within the public service or library sector.
- Network with professionals in government and education sectors.
5. Government Employment Advantage
- Being part of a government learnership gives you insight into the public sector work culture and expectations.
- Improves eligibility for future civil service jobs, internships, and bursaries.
6. Inclusive & Equitable Opportunity
- Priority is given to youth from disadvantaged backgrounds, including people living with disabilities.
- Promotes diversity, equity, and transformation in employment.
7. Community Impact
- Contribute meaningfully by supporting:
- Education and literacy
- Access to digital tools for the community
- School learners with research aligned to the CAPS curriculum
8. Pathway to Further Learning
- Many participants use this programme as a stepping stone to:
- Further studies in library science, public management, or ICT
- Apply for government internships or entry-level jobs
