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Simbarashe Madzara

@simbarashemadzara

I am a dynamic IT Consultant and Trainer with over 14 years of comprehensive experience in Systems Support, training, and technical consulting.

Zimbabwe
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role where I can work with IT systems and training initiatives, improve uptime and operational efficiency. The Ideal job would allow me to work from home.

With over 12 years of experience as an IT Consultant, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Systems Specialist, I bring a rare combination of technical depth, training capability, and business acumen — all delivered effectively in remote-first environments.

As Lead Microsoft Trainer and IT Consultant at MYLAB, I have spent the past decade running the firm's entire IT function: consultations, implementations, and training delivery. I built and maintain a 100% cloud-based business system with guaranteed uptime, and I have personally brought in major clients through referrals and direct requests. That mix of hands-on infrastructure work and client-facing consulting is exactly what remote IT roles demand — self-direction, reliability, and clear communication.

Earlier in my career, as IT Instructor at New Horizons Computer Learning Centre and System Administrator at Adept Solutions and Compulink Systems, I delivered training across Microsoft Office, Exchange, SharePoint, Cisco CCNA, VMware, and CompTIA A+, N+, and Security+, while managing on-premises and hybrid infrastructure for staff and external clients. I hold MCT, MCSA, MCSE, CCNA, and CompTIA certifications, and I am currently completing a BCom in Business Informatics — sharpening the business side of my technical work.

What I would bring to your team:

  • Proven remote readiness — 10+ years managing cloud systems, distributed clients, and on-call support, all without needing a physical office.

  • Microsoft ecosystem expertise — MCT, MCSA, MCSE, with deep experience in Azure-aligned tools, Active Directory, Exchange, SharePoint, and Office 365.

  • Training and content development — I don't just fix systems; I build the documentation, training material, and onboarding content that helps teams adopt them.

  • Business-minded consulting — I understand that IT exists to serve business outcomes, not the other way around.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MyLab logoMY
Current

IT Consultant/Trainer

MyLab

Oct 2014 - Present (12 years 1 month)

Lead Microsoft Trainer responsible for consultations, implementations, and training delivery.
Client acquisition: brought major Zimbabwean clients to the firm through direct requests and referrals.
Client success: help new clients optimise their required systems for best results.
Full-stack IT role: handle all IT elements of the firm — consulting, implementation, and training.

Compulink Systems logoCS

Lead System Administrator

Compulink Systems

Jan 2019 - Nov 2019 (10 months)

• Lead consultant: delivered Microsoft-based systems to customers across multiple sectors, including on-call support.
• Internal IT: managed infrastructure and network, serviced staff machines, and handled troubleshooting.
• Revenue impact: increased constant revenue through excellent customer service and technical expertise.

NC

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.

SS

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.

PS

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.

Saxophone
Trumpet
Trombone
Curriculum Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of South Africa logoUA

University 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.

City and Guilds logoCG

City and Guilds

Diploma in Systems Support, Systems Support

Completed a Diploma in Systems Support covering practical IT support, troubleshooting, and systems maintenance.

NIIT logoNI

NIIT

Advanced Certificate in Information Technology, Information Technology

Completed an Advanced Certificate in Information Technology focusing on core IT concepts and practical skills.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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