Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 12, 2023 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Position Summary
The Purpose of this position is to provide an opportunity for graduates, especially fresh graduates to obtain a first-hand impression of the day-to-day working environment, learn, develop new skills and gain experience. Under the supervision of the Geographic Information Technologies (GIS) Specialist, the core function of this intern position is to assist in planning, implementation and monitoring of the organization’s projects, such as, collecting, summarizing and integrating available data for project sites.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in organizing and carrying out baseline survey and other related data collection activities in the field;
• Assist in collecting data from various constituencies, creating metadata, verifying projections, maintaining a consistent naming convention for geospatial data and maintaining the data in an organized directory structure;
• Assist in maintaining data sets required for the production of information products to support conservation activities:
• Assist in carrying out data processing, reformatting and spatial analysis to support activities of the various programs;
• Assist in mapping production and related cartographic support to field and office-based staff to support planning, implementation and monitoring;
• Assist in preparing and reporting on the various activities carried out by the GIS department as well as provision of project status reports; and
• Any other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree or diploma in GIS, Geography, Earth Science or a related field from an accredited college or university;
• Graduates, especially fresh graduates who show genuine desire to serve with demonstrated good character, honesty and high competency;
• High knowledgeable in the design, development, implementation and administration of geographic information systems, including analysis and database development and integration;
• Knowledge and experience in use of GIS mapping software products;
• Ability to stay focused, efficient, and effective in managing multiple priorities;
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle sensitive situations in a calm and professional manner;
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment;
• Proven ability to work independently to achieve accomplishments; and
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts.
Deadline: 5 pm EAT on 21st April 2023


Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and CV in one document outlining your suitability to: jobs@greenbeltmovement.org  with the subject line Extension Officer Application. Your cover letter should also include your current and expected gross salary. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.


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