ZCHPC Vacancy Announcements

Professional Advisor (1 Post)

Location: Director’s Office
Role Summary: The Professional Advisor provides strategic guidance, expert insight, and support to the Executive and the ZCHPC Committee.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Strategic Counsel.
  • Policy and Governance Support.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building.
  • Risk Management and Compliance.
  • Executive Coaching and Development.
  • Monitoring and Evaluation.
  • Crisis Management and Problem Solving.
  • Project Oversight and Execution Support.
  • Budgeting and Resource Allocation Guidance.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field.
  • ICT qualification required.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience with a Board of Directors is essential.
  • Strong collaboration skills with technical teams and clients.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field
  • ICT qualification required
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with a Board of Directors is essential
  • Strong collaboration skills with technical teams and clients

General Hand (1 Post)

Role Summary: The General Hand will ensure a clean, organised, and secure ZCHPC environment.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Clean equipment, server rooms, offices, bathrooms, vehicles, and outdoor areas; maintain the ZCHPC premises.
  • Ensure security by locking doors after hours.
  • Mow and trim lawns.
  • Set up venues for workshops and meetings.
  • Prepare staff teas and lunches, including cleaning of utensils.
  • Move equipment, materials, and office furniture as needed.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • At least 5 O-Level passes.
  • IT qualification required.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
  • Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

ZCHPC Internal Vacancy Announcements

Administration Officer (1 Post)

Location: Finance and Administration Department
Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and track inventory of all centre equipment and items.
  • Maintain an asset register and conduct annual stock inventories.
  • Facilitate inquiries on the disposal of damaged and obsolete assets as recommended.
  • Support the planning, coordination, and allocation of office space in consultation with management.
  • Ensure proper tagging of office equipment, furniture, and fittings.
  • Manage and coordinate procurement requests.
  • Oversee transport and fuel management.
  • Distribute stationery and allocate office provisions to staff.
  • Supervise and verify the completion of repairs, replacements, and renovation projects, ensuring quality standards.
  • Ensure that all offices and the surrounding environment are clean and well-maintained.
  • Supervise Driver, Receptionist, and General Hand staff.
  • Provide regular reports to the Finance and Administration Manager.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance and Administration Manager.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field.
  • ICT qualification is required.
  • Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience, preferably with time served at ZCHPC.
  • Demonstrable ability to collaborate with other departments and stakeholders with integrity and agility.

Senior Engineer (1 Post)

Location: Supercomputing Department
Key Responsibilities:
  • Supervise ZCHPC Systems Support projects.
  • Conduct technical and user training.
  • Recommend and oversee the procurement of hardware and software for systems and users.
  • Supervise the administration of the HPC Data Centre systems, including 24/7 monitoring and maintenance.
  • Develop and maintain policies and procedures for equipment, staff, visitors, and clients.
  • Offer support to online, onsite, and remote clients and assist engineers in setting up reliable connectivity.
  • Participate in the design and development of network management and user account billing systems.
  • Ensure system security.
  • Assist with the HPC Data Centre systems design, installation, and configuration.
  • Supervise junior Systems Support staff.
  • Provide regular reports to the Deputy Director.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Director.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in High Performance Computing, Cloud Engineering, Computer Hardware Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Network Engineering.
  • Minimum of 1 year of demonstrable experience, with time served at ZCHPC preferred.
  • A recognised professional certification in High Performance Computing, Network Engineering, or Cloud Engineering is required.
  • Strong communication skills and meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with confidence.
  • High-level analytical and innovative thinking skills.
  • Previous experience in designing and implementing parallel computing and cloud systems.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with scientists, engineers, and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated research capability, with a publication or innovation record in relevant areas.

Procurement Officer (1 Post)

Location: Finance and Administration Department
Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan the procurement activities of the Centre.
  • Secure the adoption of the appropriate method of procurement and prepare bidding documents in compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act.
  • Follow and enforce the Centre’s procurement policies and procedures.
  • Review, compare, analyse, and approve products and services to be purchased.
  • Maintain inventories and accurate purchase and pricing records.
  • Estimate and establish cost parameters and budgets for purchases.
  • Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers.
  • Maintain records of purchase, pricing, and other important data.
  • Review and analyse all vendors/suppliers, supply and price options.
  • Negotiate the best deal for pricing and supply contracts.
  • Ensure that the products and supplies are of high quality.
  • Maintain and update a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development.
Qualifications and Experience:
  • At least a Diploma in Procurement or equivalent.
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes, policies, and systems.
  • Minimum 1 year experience as a procurement officer or in a related position.
  • Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel).
  • Ability to analyse problems and strategise for better solutions.
  • Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently.
  • Accurate and precise attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels.
  • Goal-oriented and organised team player.
Application Process:

Submit an application letter, certified copies of certificates, and a CV with full personal details (including full names, date of birth, qualifications, experience, and three referees). Applications should be sent to:

The Director, Zimbabwe Centre for High Performance Computing,
High Performance Computing Centre Building,
Zimbabwe Science Park 1,
630 Churchill Avenue,
Mount Pleasant,
HARARE, Zimbabwe

Email: hroffice@zchpc.ac.zw

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.