The Urban Unit, established in 2005 and later transformed into a government-owned private company in 2012, focuses on providing sustainable urban solutions through data-driven approaches. It offers policy advice and services in areas such as housing, urban planning, transport, waste management, and water and sanitation.
The Urban Unit is looking for the services of exceptionally sound and self-motivated professionals for the following project based positions:
GIS Analyst:
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze spatial data using mapping software and design digital maps with geographic and other data sets.
- Perform geospatial analysis and modeling to identify trends, patterns, and relationships within data.
- Develop, maintain, and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and security of GIS databases.
- Produce high-quality maps, reports, and visualizations to clearly communicate complex spatial data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and develop GIS solutions that align with project goals.
- Ensure quality assurance of digitization processes and spatial datasets.
- Design maps that effectively describe and interpret findings for assigned projects.
- Analyze, interpret, and maintain spatial data to support project objectives.
- Oversee the quality of all data gathered from surveys and produced in the Spatial Data Engineering Section.
- Plan and coordinate GIS activities to align with outlined project goals.
- Support and participate in the design and development of geospatial databases.
- Collect, manage, and analyze field data for integration into GIS systems.
- Produce spatial data and related products in accordance with established standards.
- Prepare reports for assigned products, detailing findings and analyses.
- Report all activities, issues, and progress to the GIS Manager and Senior GIS Specialist.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior GIS Specialist to support the overall success of GIS projects.
- Undertake other tasks and responsibilities within the scope of the position as required.
