GIS and Mapping Specialist
Full Time
3 days ago
Lusaka, Lusaka
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Employment Information
We invite applications from qualified GIS and Mapping Specialists to support infrastructure planning through geospatial analysis, digital mapping, and transport network assessment. The specialist will produce accurate spatial datasets and maps to inform infrastructure investment and development decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct GIS-based spatial analysis and mapping.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure and transport network maps.
- Prepare maps showing transport corridors, electricity networks, and potential EV charging locations.
- Integrate spatial data from multiple sources.
- Support site suitability assessments and infrastructure planning.
- Prepare GIS outputs, technical maps, and spatial analysis reports.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience
- A degree or relevant qualification in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Surveying, Spatial Planning, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience using GIS software and spatial analysis tools.
- Experience producing infrastructure and transport network maps.
- Knowledge of spatial databases, remote sensing, and geospatial data management is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and technical reporting skills.
Candidates with experience in infrastructure mapping and transport or energy planning are particularly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Conduct GIS-based spatial analysis and mapping.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure and transport network maps.
- Prepare maps showing transport corridors, electricity networks, and potential EV charging locations.
- Integrate spatial data from multiple sources.
- Support site suitability assessments and infrastructure planning.
- Prepare GIS outputs, technical maps, and spatial analysis reports.
Skills
- GIS software
- spatial analysis tools
- spatial databases
- remote sensing
- geospatial data management
- technical reporting skills
Qualifications
- A degree or relevant qualification in GIS, Geomatics, Geography, Surveying, Spatial Planning, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience using GIS software and spatial analysis tools.
- Experience producing infrastructure and transport network maps.
- Knowledge of spatial databases, remote sensing, and geospatial data management is an advantage.
- Strong attention to detail and technical reporting skills.
How to Apply
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