Job Description
The above-mentioned vacancy has arisen within TIMB and applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the position. The successful candidate will be based at TIMB Head Office.
Reports To: Head- Information And Communications Technology
Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintenance of current software and recommendation of upgrades to maintain efficient operations within the organisation.
- Systems administration and provision of first line support of business applications to ensure high level system availability so that TIMB activities are not interrupted.
- Installation and maintenance of software and related accessories for use by user departments to keep up with technology trends.
- Gather user requirements and develop systems to improve efficiency in the execution of operations.
- Deploys best practise software security solutions for integration into current and new systems.
- Working with developers to deploy and manage code changes.
- Testing and debugging systems for weaknesses that exist and developing solutions to rectify these including modifying existing systems to conform to system changes.
- Adhere to Change Management policy during implementation of software changes.
- Systems performance checking and optimization.
- Coordinating and performing user acceptance testing for application solutions.
- Extraction and preparation of adhoc reports.
- Planning and execution of user training.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Information, Communication & Technology / Computer Science or equivalent from a recognized university.
- A relevant vocational certification, in programming (Java), Oracle databases, and SQL will be an added advantage.
- Atleast 3 years' work experience obtained in a similar role.
Other Requirements/ Competences:
- Self-driven and results oriented.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- A general understanding of programming languages (PHP frameworks, Java).
- Experience in working with databases is a must, ie Oracle, SQL, MySQL etc.
- Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning.
- Experience in ERP systems implementations and support is relevant.
- Tobacco industry experience will be an added advantage.
Other
How to Apply
Submit an application letter, certified copies of qualifications and detailed CV addressed to: hr@timb.co.zw, clearly indicating in block letters the position in the subject line, that is, "ICT APPLICATIONS SUPPORT OFFICER"
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Deadline: 8 February 2024