
Shazira Mitambo
@shaziramitambo
I configure, monitor, and troubleshoot networks and IT systems to keep operations connected.
What I'm looking for
I've supported reliable IT operations at Dowa District Council and Malawi Telecommunications Limited through network administration, systems support, and technical troubleshooting.
At Malawi Telecommunications Limited, I configured switches, routers, radio NanoBeams, and VoIP gateways. I monitored connectivity, maintained VoIP telephone systems, conducted network surveys, and documented network topologies.
At Dowa District Council, I assisted with network-device and computer-system installation, configuration, maintenance, and support for desktops, laptops, software, and peripherals.
I hold a Bachelor of Business Information Technology from the Malawi University of Science and Technology, with academic grounding in networking, information security, server administration, databases, programming, and business systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Officer (Intern)
Dowa District Council
Jan 2024 - Dec 2025 (1 year 11 months)
Assisted in the installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of network devices and computer systems. Supported network monitoring, routine maintenance, and user requests under the guidance of senior IT personnel.
Network Administrator
Malawi Telecommunications Limited
Nov 2022 - Feb 2023 (3 months)
Configured and installed switches, routers, radio NanoBeams, and VoIP gateways. Maintained network-connected devices, monitored performance, conducted surveys, and documented network topologies.
Enumerator
Land O'Lakes Venture37
Oct 2021 - Oct 2021 (0 months)
Visited cooperatives to conduct interviews with members and non-members, collecting data on youth participation in farming activities. Recorded and organized field information for research and reporting.
Enumerator
National Statistical Office
Aug 2018 - Oct 2018 (2 months)
Visited households to conduct interviews and collect demographic data. Created and completed survey sheets in accordance with census requirements and ensured accurate recording of information.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Malawi University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Business Information Technology
Bachelor of Business Information Technology degree from the Malawi University of Science and Technology, completed in 2023.
Masongola Secondary School
Malawi School Leaving Certificate, General Secondary Education
Malawi School Leaving Certificate (MSCE) from Masongola Secondary School, completed in 2017.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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