List and description of careers in Malawi and abroad.

They research, design, develop, and test computer systems and components such as processors, circuit boards, memory devices, networks and routers. By creating new directions in computer hardware, these engineers create rapid advances in computer technology. They usually work in computer laboratory that build and test different types of computers. Reading, solving complex problems, ability to evaluate a system or organization, computer and electronics knowledge and investigative skills are required. Bachelors degree in Computer engineering is the required qualification. Chancellor College, a constituent college of the University of Malawi, Mzuzu University are among the institutions that offer training in this career in Malawi.

They install, maintain and repair computer systems. Formal education is not always a must but one needs to have a good working knowledge of computer hardware and software. Good communication skills, customer service skills, patience and being organized are the major required skills in this career. Many technical schools in Malawi offer this training in Malawi.

They write codes to create software programmes. They turn the program designs created by software developers and engineers into instructions that a computer follow. They usually work in offices, most commonly in computer system design and related services. Bachelors degree is required in this career. Chancellor College, Mzuzu University are among the institutions that provide training for this career in Malawi.

They invent and design new approaches to computing technology and find innovative uses of existing technology. They study and solve complex problems in computing for business, medicine, science and other fields. Logic, mathematics skills, calmness, creativeness, ability to move on are some of the required traits in this career. Chancellor College and Mzuzu University are among the institutions that train people in this career in Malawi.

These are creative minds behind computers. Some develop the application that allow people to do specific tasks on a computer or any device. Others develop the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks. They usually work for computer system design and related service firms or software publishers. They need to have a bachelor's in computer science and strong computer programming skills. Chancellor College and Mzuzu University are among the institutions that train people in this career in Malawi.

They provide help and advice to people and organizations using computer software or equipment. Some are called Computer network support specialists, support information technology (IT) employees within an organization. Computer knowledge and related skills are needed together with computer qualification. Strong problem-solving abilities, patience, and excellent communication skills are essential for this role.

Often called Information Technology (IT) Managers or IT project manager, plan, coordinate and direct computer related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals. A bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology is required. In Malawi, training is obtained at the University of Malawi namely Chancellor College and Polytechnic and the Mzuzu University among others. Critical thinking, problem solving skills, innovative minds and creativeness are some of the required skills in this career.

He is also called a sysadmin. He is responsible for the upkeep, configuration, and reliable operation of computer systems, especially multi-user computers such as servers. They seek to ensure that the uptime, performance, resources and security of the computer he manages, meets the needs of the users within the budgets. Vision, networking, identity, cloud management, business analysis, monitoring, project management, are some of the required traits.

He is an IT professional who specializes in analysing, designing and implementing information systems. They also assess the suitability of information systems in terms of their intended outcomes and liaise with end users, software vendors and programmers in order to achieve these outcomes. A broad knowledge of hardware, software and programming, creative approach to problem solving, good networking and negotiating skills, project management skills, budgeting skills are among the required skills in this career.

They maintain, audit and improve organizational support systems by working on the internal operations of computers using existing systems, or incorporating new technologies to meet particular needs, often as advised by systems analysts or architect. They test both hard and software systems, and diagnose and resolve systems fault. They may be called Systems programmers, engineers or web developers.

They are also known as Telecom Technicians, set up and maintain devices or equipment that carry communications signals, connect to telephone lines or access the internet. Education in electronics, telecommunications or computer technology together with on-job-training are required. Chancellor College and Polytechnic under the University of Malawi, Mzuzu University are some of the institutions in Malawi that train people in this career in Malawi.

They solve both general and specific points regarding problems that occur in a certain field. In this category we are referring to those in IT and Telecommunication career. One need to be tertiary qualified in IT qualification and possess IT skills. They serve as the first point of contact for users experiencing technical issues, providing troubleshooting assistance and escalating complex problems when necessary.