Director of Information and Communication Technologies (1 Post)
Ict & Computer Jobs
- Gwanda State University
- Expires 14 Oct 2022
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
This is a position of strategic importance to the University which requires a highly motivated, innovative and solution focused leader. The Director is responsible for driving the University’s desire and aspiration to make ICT the principal mode of teaching and learning as well as administration. The incumbent reports to the Vice Chancellor.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Leading, directing and managing the ICT infrastructure of the University, ensuring good governance and systems functioning, including digitalising the information technology environment for process optimisation.
Implementing the University’s ICT strategy which exploits emerging technologies to enhance the value and benefits to the University community.
Planning and implementing the University’s information management systems as well as procuring the hardware and software that meet the University’s needs.
Directing the effective delivery of networks, development, and disaster recovery systems process.
Maintaining relations with diverse stakeholder groups in respect of ICTs and ensuring that strategies are in place to respond to identified campus wide needs as well as providing capacity building opportunities to user groups.
Managing and controlling the departmental budget within the framework laid down by the University.
Remaining up to date with developments in ICT to ensure that the University maintains technology relevance and currency and remains at the forefront of ICT developments.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have:
First degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Software Engineering/Hardware Engineering
A Master’s degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Software Engineering/Hardware Engineering
A relevant PhD will be an added advantage.
At least five (5) years relevant experience at managerial level preferably at a University setting.
Possession of a professional qualification and/or membership to a professional body will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.
Applications
Soft copies in a single continuous PDF file of each of the following: application letter, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, national identity card, birth certificate and curriculum vitae giving full personal particulars including full name, place and date of birth, qualifications and previous employment and experience, present salary, date of availability, telephone number, email address, names and addresses of three referees including email addresses should be sent to deputy.registrar@gsu.ac.zw or hand delivered to:
Deputy Registrar
Human Resources Section
Gwanda State University
Epoch Mine Campus
P O Box 30
Filabusi
The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday, 14 October 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
