Zi Kapfumvuti
@zikapfumvuti
IT Professional with over 10 years of diverse technical experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an IT professional with over 10 years of experience as a Technical and Solutions Consultant. My career has been marked by a strong emphasis on business development, product management, and implementation. I pride myself on being a highly motivated and charismatic team player, possessing excellent knowledge of a vast array of IT systems, networking, information management, and security. My experience spans across various regions, including the UK, Europe, the Americas, and Southern Africa, where I have successfully promoted and sold ideas and solutions at all levels, from SMEs to enterprises.
Throughout my career, I have provided IT consultancy services to different delegations and directorates of the European Union, and I have worked as a senior support engineer at the University of Cape Town, managing large-scale hybrid platforms. My role involved project management and enterprise architecture, where I implemented significant systems such as an end-to-end authentication platform for the university. I have also contributed to healthcare IT strategy consulting in Zimbabwe, leveraging a grant from the USADF to create impactful healthcare systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Service Desk Team Leader
Credendo
Aug 2024 - Present (10 months)
Led a service desk team, ensuring efficient resolution of IT issues and maintaining high service standards. Collaborated with other departments to provide comprehensive computer resource support.
Technical Support Specialist
Komis
Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Provided IT consultancy services to various Delegations and Directorates General of the European Union. Monitored and supported IT systems according to specific client needs.
IT Technical Manager
Reckitt Benckiser
Apr 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)
Managed technical operations and provided support for various IT systems. Ensured smooth functioning of hardware and software for internal staff.
Cloud Solution Consultant
SMobile
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Provided expert consultation on cloud solutions, assisting clients with their cloud adoption strategies. Offered technical guidance and support for cloud-based implementations.
Senior Systems Engineer
University of Cape Town
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Performed project management, enterprise architecture, and continuous maintenance for large-scale hybrid platforms. Set up an end-to-end authentication platform incorporating single sign-on for the university-wide directory.
Technical Support Team Lead
LightSail
Apr 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Supervised and performed troubleshooting for all technical issues experienced by students and staff on a literacy platform. Created and facilitated training on technical aspects of software utilization for internal staff and educators.
Technical Support Engineer
RetailNext
Mar 2017 - Present (8 years 3 months)
Provided technical support to clients, resolving issues related to retail analytics platforms. Coordinated with third-party vendors to ensure seamless service delivery.
Chief Technology Officer
Hutano Technologies
Nov 2015 - Present (9 years 7 months)
Provided IT strategy consulting and IT architect services in the enterprise-level healthcare area. Assisted in developing big data analytics infrastructure architectural offerings.
Desktop Support; Network Engineer; Server Engineer
ITLAB
May 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Provided comprehensive desktop, network, and server support to clients. Installed, configured, and maintained various IT equipment and systems.
Desktop Support; Network Engineer; Server Engineer
McLaren Technology Group
May 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)
Provided comprehensive desktop, network, and server support to clients. Installed, configured, and maintained various IT equipment and systems.
Desktop Support; Network Engineer; Server Engineer
Absolute Computer Solutions
Oct 2013 - Present (11 years 8 months)
Provided comprehensive desktop, network, and server support to clients. Installed, configured, and maintained various IT equipment and systems.
Data Specialist
Vodacom
May 2012 - Present (13 years 1 month)
Managed and analyzed data to support business operations and decision-making. Ensured data integrity and accessibility for various departments.
Merchant Services Officer (Debit/credit devices specialist)
Kingdom Bank Ltd Zimbabwe
Jan 2011 - Present (14 years 5 months)
Specialized in debit and credit device management, ensuring smooth transaction processing. Provided technical support for merchant services and payment systems.
IT Support Engineer
Dell
Aug 2010 - Present (14 years 10 months)
Provided IT support to customers, troubleshooting hardware and software issues. Assisted with product installations and configurations.
Desktop Support Engineer
SETCa/BBTK
Sep 2009 - Present (15 years 9 months)
Provided desktop support to internal users, resolving technical issues and maintaining computer systems. Assisted with software installations and hardware maintenance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Belgium Campus ITVersity
Bachelor’s degree, Computer Science – Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science with a focus on Information Technology. The curriculum covered various aspects of computer science and IT.
Axelos
PRINCE2® 7 Practitioner, Project management
PRINCE2 is a globally recognized and established project management method that offers a structured, scalable, and tailorable approach to project management. Its focus on governance, risk management, and benefits realization sets it apart from other qualifications. By integrating agile concepts and emphasizing tailoring, the new PRINCE2 is even more adaptable to diverse project environments.
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