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Johan Engelbrecht is a seasoned library professional with expertise in strategic planning, collection development, and digital library management. As a consultant at the United Arab Emirates University, he has been instrumental in shaping the institution's library services, leveraging his extensive experience in higher education and information management.
Throughout his career, Johan has held senior leadership positions, including Head of Library at Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi and Senior Library Consultant at TheECSSR. His tenure at Stellenbosch University spanned over two decades, during which he progressed from Junior Librarian to Deputy Director of Library Services. Johan's academic background includes a Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) from Stellenbosch University, complemented by a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in African Studies and a Higher Diploma in Librarianship.
Johan's proficiency in library science is complemented by his expertise in digital libraries, electronic resources, and library 2.0. He is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Afrikaans, and Arabic.
Experience
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United Arab Emirates University
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Al Ain, UAE
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Consultant, United Arab Emirates University
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Aug 2023 - Present
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Al Ain, UAE
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Self-employed
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South Africa
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Retired
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Aug 2021 - Jul 2023
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South Africa
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Paris-Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Head of Library
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Sep 2011 - Jul 2021
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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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TheECSSR
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Abu Dhabi
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Senior Library Consultant
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Sep 2007 - Aug 2011
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Abu Dhabi
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Stellenbosch University
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Stellenbosch, South Africa
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Deputy Director Library Services
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Jan 1983 - Jul 2007
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Stellenbosch, South Africa
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Somchem Denel
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Somerset West Area, South Africa
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Head of Library
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Apr 1979 - Dec 1982
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Somerset West Area, South Africa
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UNISA
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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Senior Librarian
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Apr 1978 - Mar 1979
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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University of Pretoria
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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Librarian
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Apr 1977 - Mar 1978
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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UNISA
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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Junior Librarian
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Jan 1974 - Mar 1977
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Pretoria Area, South Africa
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Education
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Stellenbosch University/Universiteit Stellenbosch
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS), Library & Information Studies -
Stellenbosch University/Universiteit Stellenbosch
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), African Studies -
Stellenbosch University/Universiteit Stellenbosch
Higher Diploma in Librarianship, Library and Information Science -
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
B.Bibl Hons, Library and Information Science
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