Simbarashe Madzara
@simbarashemadzara
IT consultant and trainer with 12+ years in infrastructure and training.
ZimbabweWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic IT consultant and trainer with over 12 years of experience delivering IT infrastructure, cloud migrations, and technical training for enterprise clients. I lead Microsoft training initiatives, consult on implementations, and maintain 100% cloud-based business systems to ensure high uptime and reliability.
My background includes system administration, networking, and certifications across Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, and VMware, as well as hands-on experience in content creation and course delivery. I have successfully brought large clients to my firm through direct requests and referrals and acted as lead consultant for Microsoft-based systems across multiple organizations.
Beyond IT, I bring creativity from earlier roles as a sound engineer and music trainer, which supports my content development and client engagement skills. I am passionate about fostering growth, improving operational efficiency, and building scalable, secure IT environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IT Consultant/Trainer
MyLab
Oct 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Lead IT consultant and Microsoft trainer managing consultations, implementations and training that migrated the firm to a 100% cloud-based system and secured large client engagements through referrals.
Lead System Administrator
Compulink Systems
Jan 2019 - Nov 2019 (10 months)
Lead consultant for Microsoft-based systems managing client IT infrastructure and on-call support that increased recurring revenue across multiple sectors.
System Administrator
Adept Solutions
Jan 2012 - Oct 2014 (2 years 9 months)
Managed IT infrastructure and networks, improved system uptime and staff productivity through Active Directory administration, backups and general troubleshooting.
IT Instructor
New Horizons Computer Learning Centre
Jan 2012 - Oct 2014 (2 years 9 months)
Lead Microsoft in-house trainer delivering courses on Office applications, Exchange and SharePoint while also training on Cisco CCNA, VMware and CompTIA topics to improve learner outcomes.
Sound Engineer
Shed Studios
Jan 2009 - Dec 2011 (2 years 11 months)
Engineered and produced adverts, jingles and live sound mixes that increased client engagement and brand visibility for prominent organizations.
Music Trainer
Prince Edward School
Jan 2008 - Nov 2010 (2 years 10 months)
Trained students in wind instruments and developed the school's wind band, big band and orchestra, improving ensemble performance quality.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UAUniversity of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce, Business Informatics
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Informatics program combining business and information systems studies.
NINIIT
Advanced Certificate in Information Technology, Information Technology
Completed an Advanced Certificate in Information Technology focusing on core IT concepts and practical skills.
CGCity and Guilds
Diploma in Systems Support, Systems Support
Completed a Diploma in Systems Support covering practical IT support, troubleshooting, and systems maintenance.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZimbabweAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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