BABRA CHIBVUMBU

6479 Westlea, Harare. Zimbabwe

[email protected]

+263 773 454 488/+263 715570576

Sex                                          :                       Female

Nationality                           :                       Zimbabwean

Date of Birth                         :                     27 July 1981

National ID#                        :                       58-191109 E 48

Religion                                 :                       Christianity

Profile overview

A dependable technical coordinator; with exceptional ability to adapt to new systems and procedures, ability to work under pressure and yet maintain a professional approach at all times. High level of technology understanding and computer literacy.  Business minded, with demonstrated initiative, self-motivation and a quiet strength of character. Well-developed communication skill, a flair for building rapport and trust with a diverse range of personalities. Professionalism exhibited by success in establishing personal goals, team work and employing organizational skills. Maintain high level of Integrity and honesty.

Education information

1.   Midlands State University (Gweru August 2016-May2019)

Bsc Telecommunications Honors’ Degree (2.1)

2.   Bulawayo Polytechnic College (2008-2009)

National Diploma in Electronic Engineering: Communication Systems

3.   Kwekwe Polytechnic College (2003-2005)

National Certificate in Electronic Engineering: Communication

Systems

4.   Nkululeko High School (2000)

5 ‘O’ Level –including English and Mathematics

Experience

Employer      :           Zimbabwe Broadcasting Cooperation

Job Title        :           Electronic Technician (Outside Broadcast)

Period            :           August 2012 to date

Duties

•       Satellite uplink and downlink setup for live link using DSNG (Hellasat and Eutelsat).

•       Live transmission using VPN Telone fiber link.

•       Live transmission using LiveU600.

•       Knowledge of 3 Phase Power Supply.

•       Knowledge of scouting prior productions.

•       Prepare analysis and simulation reports, develop presentations, write tests plans and perform evaluation.

•       Maintenance and repairing of electronic broadcasting equipment, Optical fiber cables and attending to faults within the OB Van and outside the van.

•       Minimizing loss of service when equipment fails by quickly identifying and implementing alternative methods of service provision

•        Monitoring and quality controlling of signal transmitted during live transmission from OB Van to ZTV Pockets.

•       Keeping up to date with the changes in technology by building and maintaining a network of contacts and investigating new systems and techniques.

Personal traits

•       Ability to quickly adapt to various environments

•       Exceptional communication skills, fluent in English

•       Honest and loyal

•       Firm understanding of electrical and electronic technology

•       Working under minimum supervision, can work over nights

•       An excellent judge of character

Hobbies

•       Travelling and researching about cutting edge technology and scientific discoveries.

•       Enjoy watching (cricket, tennis, soccer, and athletics).

REFERENCES

•       Mr. D Shonhiwa

Senior Technician outside Broadcast Unit

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation

Contact: +263772216854/+263716800854

[email protected]

•       Mr. J Singadi

Manager OB TV and Radio

Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation

Contact: +263775031662/+263712861581

[email protected]