Job Description
-Analysing spatial data through mapping software and designing digital maps with geographic data and various other data sets
-Creating and maintaining the structures necessary for GIS data storage;
-Developing the tools for loading/transferring GIS data between different systems
-Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or GIS technology, equipment, or systems
-Provide technical support for computer-based GIS mapping software
-Assist users in formulating GIS requirements or understanding the implications of alternatives
-Manipulation, analysis and presentation of geographical information by creating programs to convert GIS information from one format to another;
-Developing internet applications to present GIS data and tools on corporate websites
-Desk-based data capture (digitizing) to convert paper maps to GIS datasets,
-Data capturing the location of ‘assets’ using GPS tools in the field
-Converting physical maps into a digital form for computer usage
-Provide GIS technical expertise to public institutions in need
-Discovering and presenting patterns and trends through spatial mapping of data
-Make recommendations regarding upgrades considering implications of new or revised GIS software, equipment, or applications
-Provide technical guidance and coaching to other team members;
-Maintain and update, in collaboration with the Land Survey Officers in the City of Kigali, the link between the MIS and GIS systems;
-Carry out data analysis in GIS and survey of properties;
-Support the construction review team in GIS analysis;
-Work hand in hand with Disaster Management Unit to identify and map disaster prone areas and appropriate disaster risk-free sites for resettlement;
-Work hand in hand with GIS and Land Survey Officers to provide data for solving land related issues, expropriation and Government land sales or leasing.
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
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Master’s Degree in Geography
1 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced diploma in Computer Science
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Computer Science
1 Year of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Geography
3 Years of relevant experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology
3 Years of relevant experience
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Master’s Degree in Information Technology
1 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced diploma in in Geography
3 Years of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Information Technology
3 Years of relevant experience
Competency and Key Technical Skills
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Integrity
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Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills.
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Inclusiveness
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Accountability
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Communication
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Teamwork
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Client/citizen focus
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Professionalism
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Commitment to continuous learning
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Capabilities in report writing and presentation skills
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GIS skills with two or more GIS packages
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Proficient in RDBMS (expertise with Stored Procedures and User-Defined Functions), database structures, and ADO); Database performance tuning experience;
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Coordination , Planning and Organisational skills
