Zimbabwe Special Economic Zones Authority is an institution established through an Act of Parliament to establish, administer and control Special Economic Zones in the country.

Job Title : Information Technology Manager

Station : Head Office

Reports to: : General Manager Corporate Affairs

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Information Technology Manager will provide technical advice and assistance on computer administration systems for Special Economic Zones Authority through the following :

working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders of the organization to define requirements for technology needs.
Manage information technology and computer systems
Plan, organize, control and evaluate IT and electronic data operations
Manage IT staff by recruiting, training and coaching employees, communicating job expectations and appraising their performance
Design, develop, implement and coordinate systems, policies and procedures
Ensure security of data, network access and backup systems
Act in alignment with user needs and system functionality to contribute to organizational policy.
Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time,
Audit systems and assess their outcomes
Preserve assets, information security and control structures.
Install and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications
Monitor and maintain computer systems and networks
Troubleshoot system and network problems, diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults
Maintain regular backup of all files on all systems within the network
Diagnose error conditions and malfunctions on all systems and initiate the appropriate remedial actions.
Carry out continuous review of all systems and methods of work within each of the Companies’ department and make recommendations as appropriate.
Requirements

A relevant IT degree e.g Computer Science .
At least 5 years work experience in IT, including the use of IT Service Management software.
Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems.
Expertise in data centre management and data governance.
Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation.
Ability to manage personnel

Attributes

Ability to work under pressure
Be prepared to travel extensively.
Good analytical skills.
Good communication skills (written and oral)
Good public relations/counselling abilities.
Computer literacy.
Ability to handle confidential information.

All applications must be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, Zimbabwe Special Economic Zones Authority, 6th Floor, Finsure House, Corner Kwame Nkrumah and Sam Nujoma street.

Closing date for applications is 12 October 2018