Geospatial Information Officer, JG CPSB 09 (K)
Full time @Migori County Government posted 3 weeks ago in Government Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 8704
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Others
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Experience 3 Years
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Gender Both
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Industry Government
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Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
Job Description
Geospatial Information Officer, JG CPSB 09 (K)
Employee type
Permanent
Offer Salary
Attractive
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities:
Design and maintain geospatial databases and data infrastructure.
Oversee data acquisition, validation, and integration from various sources (eg, satellite imagery. GPS, surveys)
Ensure date quality, security, and compliance with standards
Conduct advanced spatial analysis and modelling to support urban planning and land valuation
Develop geospatial models for land use, transport networks, environmental impact, and risk assessment
Produce high-quality maps, dashboards, and spatial visualizations for internal and external stakeholders
Customize GIS tools and applications for specific urban planning needs
Lead geospatial components of urban development projects
Collaborate with planners, surveyors, valuers, and IT teams to integrate GIS into workflows
Train and mentor junior GIS staff and other departments on geospatial tools and data usage
Provide technical support and guidance on GIS-related issues,
Contribute to the development of geospatial data policies, standards, and strategies
Advise on the use of geospatial technologies in urban governance and planning
Liaise with government agencies, private sector, and community stakeholders on geospatial initiatives
Represent the organization in technical forums and working groups.
Performing any other duty as may be delegate from time to time.
Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan Citizen
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in GIS, preferably in an urban development context
Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Information Systems, Geography, Urban Planning, Surveying, or related field
Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), remote sensing tools, and spatial databases
Experience with programming/scripting (e.g.. Python, SQL) and web GIS platforms
Fulfils the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution
Required skills
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