Great Zimbabwe University- GZU

COMPUTER SCIENCE TECHNICIAN (1 POST)

Ict & Computer Jobs
Salary
TBA

Job Description

Great Zimbabwe University, an equal opportunity employer, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following posts that have arisen within the institution:
SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES
MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT (3 POSTS)

Duties and Responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Liaising with academic staff to discuss timetables, equipment requirements and work plans;
demonstrating techniques for laboratory practicals;
Installation and testing of new software;
Ensuring the antivirus software is installed, kept up to date and working properly on all stations;
Checking new computer equipment on arrival and installing as appropriate;
Repairing and maintaining computer equipment and ensuring that these are prepared and ready to be used;
Carrying out routine network maintenance tasks; and
Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent plus one (1) year relevant post –
qualification experience.
In addition, applicants should have a thorough knowledge of computer hardware and software. Applicants must have working knowledge of the following programming languages and technologies: Python, Java, Arduino/Raspberry Pi, mobile application development, web application development, mobile application development, computer networking. Applicants should be able to demonstrate knowledge and problem solving strategies and prepared to work overtime. In addition, applicants should possess superior interpersonal and communication skills.

How to Apply

NB: Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Police clearance is mandatory for successful candidates.
APPLICATIONS Applications inclusive of the following: application letter, certified copies of academic certificates, national identity card, birth certificate and a detailed curriculum vitae giving full details of names, date of birth, experience, contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees must be emailed to recruitment@gzu.ac.zw as a single PDF file.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Deputy Registrar, Human Resources and Legal Affairs
Great Zimbabwe University
P O Box 1235
MASVINGO
Or email applications to recruitment@gzu.ac.zw as a single PDF file.
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 15 July 2021.