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Senior Technician (1 Post)

Midlands State University

Expires: 23 Jul 2026

Full Time

Midlands

Salary: this position offer…

Technician

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MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
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STAFF VACANCY
APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FROM SUITABLY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED PERSONS FOR THE FOLLOWING FULL-TIME POST:
FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Post A: Senior Technician (1 Post)

Duties and Responsibilities

-Manage and maintain computer laboratories and ICT equipment.
-Install, configure, and troubleshoot computer hardware, software, and networks.
-Provide technical support to staff and students during teaching, research, and examinations.
-Maintain servers, operating systems, databases, and cybersecurity measures.
-Ensure the availability, functionality, and security of laboratory resources.
-Assist with the procurement, inventory management, and maintenance of ICT equipment and software.
-Supervise and mentor technical staff and laboratory assistants.
-Develop and maintain technical documentation, maintenance records, and asset registers.
-Ensure compliance with health, safety, and ICT policies.
-Support departmental research, innovation, and digital transformation initiatives.
-Liaise with the University’s ICT Department and external service providers on technical matters.
-Keep abreast of emerging technologies and recommend improvements to ICT infrastructure and laboratory services.

*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications and Experience

-Must have a National Diploma in Computer Studies, or an equivalent in the related field.
-Must have a BSc Honours Degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering or an equivalent in the related field.
-At least three (3) years of relevant post qualification working experience would be an added advantage.

Expected Skills and Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate proficiency in computer hardware and software maintenance, network administration, server management, laboratory management, cybersecurity, and ICT infrastructure support. The candidate should possess strong troubleshooting, supervisory, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to support teaching, research, and administrative activities within the Department of Computer Science.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, transcripts, national identification and Curriculum Vitae giving full personal particulars including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees addressed to the Deputy Registrar – Human Resource.

The application pack should be sent as a single merged pdf file to email address: [email protected]. The subject line should be labelled with the post being applied for.

* Important Notes:

Applications that do not strictly adhere to the above submission guidelines will be automatically disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be communicated to.
Closing date for applications is 24 July 2026.

NB: Candidates who hold international qualifications are required to provide a ZIMCHE qualifications assessment report.

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  • Salary

    this position offer…

  • Location

    Midlands

  • Job Type

    Full Time

  • Expiry Date

    23 Jul 2026

  • Date Posted

    13 Jul 2026