Job Description
PRINCIPAL GEO-INFORMATION OFFICER. JG’N’-1 (ONE) POST
REF MCPSB /MOL/2023/10/06
Terms of service –Permanent and Pensionable
Duties and Responsibilities
Supporting in the development and management of GIS applications that are based on
growing and improving departmental demands.
Building and maintaining GIS databases for sustainable development and utilizing the
GIS software to analyze the spatial and non-spatial information in the databases
Developing and managing control quality standards for system application.
Performing data capture and analysis for GIS product.
Enter new map data by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of
cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography,
and map scales.
Analyze geographic relationships among varying types of data.
Overseeing data flow, management, and distribution activities that are aimed at
supporting GIS
Operate and maintain GIS hardware, software and retrieve stored maps
Maintaining up-to-date and accurate geospatial documentation for reference purposes
Efficiently managing geospatial database and developing effective maps and aerial
photography.
Requirements for Appointment
Bachelor of Science degree in any of the following disciplines; Biological Sciences,
Natural Resource Management, Geography, Computer Sciences, Geo-Informatics,
Digital Cartography, Geo-information Sciences from a recognized university;
Have relevant knowledge, experience and a distinguished career of not less than Five
(5) years from public service or private sector
Certificate in Geographic Information Systems and Remote sensing from reputable
institution
Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks will be an added
advantage
Profound GIS knowledge, as a GIS specialist is expected to work with various GIS tools.
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution