Deputy Director, Information And Communication Technology (1 Post)
Strategic Management Jobs
- Great Zimbabwe University- GZU
- Expires 15 Jul 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Great Zimbabwe University, an equal opportunity employer, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following post that has arisen within the institution:
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Director, Information and Communication Technology the incumbent shall be responsible for assisting in the following areas:
• Designing and implementing Information Systems of diverse protocols and platforms to support Education 5.0 and other administrative needs;
• Interpreting ICT needs for the whole University and developing functional or departmental ICT strategy aligned to the University-wide strategic plan;
• Leading the designing of relevant ICT courses for academic staff, administrative staff and students;
• Directing, assigning, coordinating, reviewing and evaluating the work of IT staff for maximum productivity;
• Working effectively with superiors and subordinates, information systems managers, staff, students and partners in managing the University’s technology resources and support facilities, local, wide, wireless, internet, cloud and intranet networks, telephone and all related software programs;
• Gathering and analysing data, drawing sound conclusions, preparing clear, concise written reports, and making effective verbal presentations;
• Performing other duties including vendor management, workforce planning, budget planning and management, project management and resource management.
Qualifications and Experience
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent and a first degree in the related field. The applicant should have thorough knowledge of designing enterprise ICT infrastructure and developing information systems for a diverse academic and administrative community plus at least three (3) years’ experience at managerial level. In addition the applicant should possess good communication, presentation and leadership skills.
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six copies of applications of the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees to:
The Director, Human Resources
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. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
