Gabriel Rukoro
Windhoek, Khomas
Summary
Proven ICT Infrastructure Manager at Namibia University of Science and Technology, adept in IT Asset Management and fostering team growth. Enhanced infrastructure integrity and streamlined disaster recovery, achieving significant improvements in business continuity. Skilled in hardware/software maintenance and mentoring, I prioritize efficiency and resilience in fast-paced environments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
ICT Infrastructure Manager
Namibia University of Science and Technology
2022.10 - Current
- Developed comprehensive disaster recovery plans, ensuring business continuity during critical events.
- Tested network's performance and created strategies to maintain integrity of overall infrastructure.
- Enhanced team performance through coaching, mentoring, and providing professional development opportunities for staff members.
- Worked in team-driven environments and communicated effectively with stakeholders.
Data Centre Manager
Namibia University of Science and Technology
2008.10 - 2022.05
- Managed budgets effectively while balancing resource demands with organizational financial constraints.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all hardware assets, streamlining asset management processes.
- Strengthened relationships with vendors by negotiating favorable contract terms for hardware/software acquisition.
- Coordinated regular audits of operational procedures, identifying areas for improvement and enhancing overall efficiency levels.
Database Administrator
Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC)
2003.06 - 2008.10
- Streamlined backup and recovery processes, enhancing overall system stability and availability.
- Ensured database security with implementation of role-based access control and regular vulnerability assessments.
- Reduced data retrieval times for business users by creating indexed views and optimizing stored procedures.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Enhanced reporting capabilities by designing efficient ETL processes that improved data accuracy and completeness.
- Set up and controlled user profiles and access levels for each database segment to protect important data.
- Modified databases to meet needs and goals determined during planning process.
Analyst Programmer
Namibia Broadcasting Corporation
2002.02 - 2003.05
- Debugged and modified software components.
- Provided technical support using knowledge of complex technology to solve problems and support new projects.
- Built databases and table structures for web applications.
- Updated documentation with project deviations to capture changes.
Senior FM/TV Transmitter Technician
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
1996.04 - 2002.01
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Senior Quality Controller
Caramatech
1993.09 - 1996.03
- Rejected materials, components, and finished products and documented reasons.
- Stop production when necessary
- Issue quality alerts and corrective actions
- Trained new employees on company-specific quality control procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed relationships with third-party inspection service providers, coordinating schedules and leveraging expertise as needed to maintain high-quality standards throughout production cycles.
- Documented findings and produced reports.
Education
Bachelor of Information Technology - Software Development
Polytechnic of Namibia
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia04.2008
National Diploma Business Computing (3 Yrs) - Business Computing
Polytechnic of Namibia
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia04.2002
Facharbeiterbrief (Germany) - Communication Electronics
Grundig AG
Furth, Germany06.1993
Skills
- Hardware and software maintenance
- IT Asset Management
- Task Prioritization
- IT Budgeting
- Data Center Management
Timeline
ICT Infrastructure Manager
Namibia University of Science and Technology
2022.10 - Current
Data Centre Manager
Namibia University of Science and Technology
2008.10 - 2022.05
Database Administrator
Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC)
2003.06 - 2008.10
Analyst Programmer
Namibia Broadcasting Corporation
2002.02 - 2003.05
Senior FM/TV Transmitter Technician
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
1996.04 - 2002.01
Senior Quality Controller
Caramatech
1993.09 - 1996.03
Bachelor of Information Technology - Software Development
Polytechnic of Namibia
National Diploma Business Computing (3 Yrs) - Business Computing
Polytechnic of Namibia
Facharbeiterbrief (Germany) - Communication Electronics
Grundig AG
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