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TAFARA JONATHAN MACHAYA

TAFARA JONATHAN MACHAYA

IT Support Specialist
177-1 Futago, Harima-cho, Kako-gun. Hyogo Prefecture. LEOPALACE HAPPINESS 18 Room 103

Summary

My passion for Information Technology enabled me to lay the groundwork and grasp the basics of IT, ICT and Business IT diagnostic skills during my travels and work experience in China and currently Japan.

An aspiring IT technician seeking an opportunity to show you how he can help your organization/company meet its goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.

Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Savvy expert experienced in troubleshooting computer hardware and software issues in customer-focused environments.

Possesses comprehensive knowledge of standard operating systems, networking protocols and technical support procedures. Skilled in identifying and resolving complex technical problems.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

IT Consultant

SAI Systems Digital
Harima, Hyogo
08.2023 - Current
  • Helpdesk ticketing system and monitoring, Windows Server troubleshooting.
  • Incident Tracking and analysis, Network Problem Identification, Information gathering and organizing.
  • Engagin in user support interactions via telephone, chat and email platforms.
  • Reducing ticket resolution times with thorough troubleshooting and effective communication skills.
  • Assisting in training new team members on service desk procedures, tools, and best practices.

Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)

BORDERLINK.INC.
Harima, Hyogo
03.2023 - Current
  • English language Teacher (Elementary and Junior Highschool), Assisting in creating lesson plans and game activities, Field training and consultation for new ALT arrivals, Member of the English Exchange Friendship Program (HIFA), Remote IT Office Support (Application software)
  • Providing one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
  • Implementing behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
  • Teacher in charge of the English Speaking/Writing Club. With this role, I promote a positive and inclusive learning, free environment, encouraging students to embrace language learning with confidence and curiosity.
  • Organized extracurricular activities to educate students about foreign cultures.

IT Technician

SAI SYSTEMS DIGITAL
Harare, Harare
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Conducted follows ups with clients to ensure satisfaction of their goods and services purchased, and arranged modifications/maintenance of IT equipment
  • Provided consultation and IT project planning, Upgraded systems to enable compatibility with new software, installed updates, and provided maintenance for hardware equipment
  • Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
  • Responsible for the setting up of all IT based equipment, Designed network topologies and configured switch and hub routers using LAN RJ45 (Cat6 and Cat8) cables
  • Configured systems according to prescribed software and hardware frameworks.

IT SUPPORT ANALYST

ACTION AID ZIMBABWE
Harare, Harare
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Responsible for the Cyclone Idai beneficiary database management, Monitored data and software maintenance/installations,
  • Installed, configured and routed network equipment (Switches, Hubs, Repeaters, LAN cables (Cat6)
  • Driving/enumerator duties (Conducting Cloud server errands), Performed PC Disaster Recovery Planning, Coded qualitative data from rapid assessments
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology - Computer Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LIAONING
Anshan, Liaoning
03.2017 - 05.2021

Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (UK) – Manchester - Business Information Technology

SPECISS COLLEGE
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2013 - 05.2014

‘O’ And ‘A’ LEVEL GCSE CAMBRIDGE CERTIFICATES - Cambridge International Education

PRINCE EDWARD SCHOOL HARARE
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2007 - 04.2012

Skills

Technical Support

Experienceandskills

  • Telecommunications (Network Analyst/ Engineer)
  • Teaching English as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
  • ICT Research and Projection Management
  • Operating Systems/ Hardware/ Software installation and Configuration
  • Junior Systems Administrator
  • IT Support Specialist

Languages

English
Native language
English (Native Speaker)
Proficient
C2
Shona (Native Speaker)
Proficient
C2
Chinese: Simplified Mandarin (Work Knowledge)
Intermediate
B1
Japanese (Work Knowledge)
Intermediate
B1

References

  • Ms T. Mandimutsira, Emergency Programme Officer, Action Aid, Rusape, +393314156965, tburg89@gmail.com
  • MR J. RUNESU, ICT Senior Administration, Sai Systems Digital, Harare, +263772353169, masterkayceejk@gmail.com
  • TOFT JORDAN, Hyogo trainer, Borderlink.Inc, Hyogo, +817033516033, jordan.toft@borderlink.co.jp

Interests

Exploring

Cooking

Playing tennis

Google searching

Playing video games

Work Availability

monday
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Timeline

IT Consultant

SAI Systems Digital
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)

BORDERLINK.INC.
03.2023 - Current

IT Technician

SAI SYSTEMS DIGITAL
01.2022 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology - Computer Engineering

UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LIAONING
03.2017 - 05.2021

IT SUPPORT ANALYST

ACTION AID ZIMBABWE
01.2015 - 02.2017

Level 4 Diploma in Business Information Technology (UK) – Manchester - Business Information Technology

SPECISS COLLEGE
01.2013 - 05.2014

‘O’ And ‘A’ LEVEL GCSE CAMBRIDGE CERTIFICATES - Cambridge International Education

PRINCE EDWARD SCHOOL HARARE
01.2007 - 04.2012
TAFARA JONATHAN MACHAYAIT Support Specialist