University of Zimbabwe
DUE: 16 DEC 2023
LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
Qualifications, Experience and Attributes
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe
Illustrator, and other visual design tools.
Understanding of UX/UI (user experience/user interface) design
Good understanding of content management systems.
Good understanding of search engine optimization principles.
Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues.
Excellent visual design skills.
Experience in responding well to clients’ design requests
Up-to-date experience with international web protocols, standards, and
technologies.
Creative and open to new ideas.
Adaptable and willing to learn new techniques.
Excellent communication skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
Conceptualizing creative ideas with clients;
Testing and improving the design of the website;
Establishing design guidelines, standards, and best practices;
Maintaining the appearance of websites by enforcing content standards;
Designing visual imagery for websites and ensuring that they are in line with
branding for clients;
Working with different content management systems;
Communicating design ideas using user flows, process flows, site maps, and
wireframes;
Incorporating functionalities and features into websites;
Designing sample pages including colours and fonts;
Preparing design plans and presenting the website structure.
TO APPLY
Applicants must submit six (6) copies of applications. Each set of application must be
accompanied by a Curriculum Vitae, giving full particulars including full names; place, date of
birth, copies of I.D, birth certificate and copies of academic (O’ and A’ level) and professional
qualifications, all certified. Applicants must give information on experience, date of
availability, telephone numbers, names, email addresses and physical addresses of three
contactable referees. Applications should be hand delivered to Office No. 113, Administration
Building at the University of Zimbabwe or posted to:
DEPUTY REGISTRAR, HUMAN RESOURCES
University of Zimbabwe
P O Box MP167
Mount Pleasant
HARARE
The closing date of receipt of applications is Friday, 16 December 2023.
The University of Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity employer and therefore, men and women
are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.