Gwanda State University
DUE: 07 JAN 2024
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the following posts:
Gwanda State University is an equal opportunities employer. Female candidates and differently abled people are encouraged to apply.
1.6. DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
1.6.1 Software Development Manager (1 Post)
Qualifications and Experience
• The preferred candidate should possess a Master’s Degree in Computer
Science/ Computer Engineering /Information Technology/ Information
Systems/ Software Engineering.
• Additionally, a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Computer
Engineering/ Information Technology/Information Systems/Software
Engineering.
• Proficiency in at least one (1) of the following: Structured Query
Language (SQL), server management and configuration, cyber security,
data analytics, mobile application development, cloud computing or
virtualization is considered an added advantage.
• Candidates must have experience in leading development teams and a
track record of designing, deploying, and integrating software solutions.
• A minimum of five (5) years of software development experience with
verifiable software implementation successes are essential.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Defining SMART objectives for team members to meet project deadlines
and ensuring adherence to timelines and best practices.
• Overseeing all activities within the software development team.
• Providing mentorship and guidance to team members to foster enhanced
productivity.
• Ensuring the diligent execution of appropriate software development
procedures and processes
• Addressing performance issues and making necessary adjustments when
required.
• Continuously monitoring, evaluating, and ensuring the successful
completion of tasks and projects.
• Executing design plans, reviewing unit tests, and conducting testing and
debugging of applications.
• Documenting software development progress and monitoring the status of
ongoing software development.
• Implementing database security measures and business continuity plans.
• Participating in hands-on development where necessary.
• Collaborating closely with management, University departments and
support services to enhance existing systems and create new ones.
Conditions of Service
Medical Aid, Leave and Pension Benefits are offered. The information on salary and other benefits will be made available to the short-listed candidates.
TO APPLY
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 [email protected] or hand delivered to:
The 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 Sunday, 07 January 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.