Network Engineer (1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plans and installs all cabling and electronic network communications equipment infrastructure.
• Configuration of proxy, mail, webservers, switches and routers
• Manage, maintain, upgrade, and monitor the enterprise network.
• Maintain comprehensive records and documentation for all applications and fault reports.
• Maintain a close cooperation and liaison with external service providers
• Supervises network technicians and other junior staff members
• Advises the Network Manager on network issues

Qualifications and Experience

• Applicants must have an Honours Degree in Computer Science or its equivalent with three years relevant experience. Must possess vast experience in network engineering, administration, or a related field. Practical hands-on experience with network design, implementation, management, network protocols, such as TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and routing, network security, including firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption technologies.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons should send one set of their application in a single pdf file clearly indicating the position being applied for in the subject line to erecruitment@lsu.ac.zw. The application should consist of the application letter, Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers of at least three referees, certified copies of educational and professional certificates, birth certificate and National Identity Card.

The Application letter should be addressed to:

The Senior Assistant Registrar
Human Resources Section
Lupane State University
P O Box 170
Lupane

The closing date for the receipt of applications is Friday 11 April, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.