Geographic Information System (GIS) Officer 🎉
- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- viaKaziConnect
7 days ago
Mid Level
Non Government Organization
2 - 5 years
Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Science, or related field
Job Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and innovative GIS Officer to support our conservation initiatives by managing spatial data, conducting geospatial analysis, and developing mapping solutions. The ideal candidate will play a key role in using GIS technologies to enhance environmental research, resource management, and conservation planning.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Collect, process, analyze, and maintain spatial datasets to support conservation projects and decision-making.
- Develop high-quality maps, spatial models, and data visualizations for research reports, environmental assessments, and stakeholder engagement.
- Utilize satellite imagery, aerial photography, and GIS software to assess land use, habitat changes, and environmental trends.
- Support field teams in deploying GPS tools, mobile data collection applications, and spatial survey methods.
- Manage GIS platforms, spatial databases, and related tools to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
- Provide guidance and training to conservation teams on GIS applications, data management, and spatial analysis techniques.
- Work closely with researchers, ecologists, policymakers, and community groups to integrate geospatial insights into conservation strategies.
- Explore and implement new GIS technologies, AI-driven spatial analysis, and drone-based mapping solutions to enhance conservation efforts.
Education Other Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Science, Geospatial Science, Cartography, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in GIS applications, preferably in conservation, natural resource management, or environmental research.
- Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS, Google Earth Engine) and remote sensing tools.
- Strong understanding of spatial data processing, geostatistics, and mapping techniques.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL for spatial analysis is an advantage.
- Ability to interpret ecological and environmental data for decision-making.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to conservation challenges.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex geospatial insights to diverse audiences.
- Experience in ecological modeling and biodiversity mapping.
- Familiarity with drone mapping and UAV data processing.
- Knowledge of GIS-based participatory mapping for community conservation projects.
