IT OFFICER – University of Zimbabwe 138 views

Applications are invited for the following post at the University of Zimbabwe Agro-Industrial Park

Job Summary

This incumbent will be responsible for the management of the network infrastructure, database,
and information technology systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, backup, recovery
and integrity of the network and data. This role will require critical thinking and experienced
knowledge and discretion to perform essential functions with limited supervision.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the IT Officer will include but are not limited to:

• Managing IT resources.
• Leading the identification, procurement, designing and implementation of appropriate
Information and Communication Technologies that help meet business requirements.
• Recommending technology trends and practices that add value to the business.
• Optimising software requirements and ensuring correct licensing is in place.
• Managing the issue of laptops and desktops to staff.
• Implementing appropriate system backups for all sites and data platforms.
• Supporting website development.
• Assessing requirements for software solutions required by business units and assisting with
evaluation, testing, and implementation.
• Drafting IT budgets and controlling spending accordingly.
• Procuring hardware and software and establishing supplier relationships.
• Providing in-house IT training.
• Implementing adequate firewall technologies and maintaining cyber security presence.
• Planning, implementing, and maintaining all network infrastructure.

Education, Skills, and Experience

● A Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
● Experience in working in an industrial area.
● Ability to use Business Intelligent Tools.