JOB TITLE: GIS Officer Spatial Analysis (01)

JOB REFERENCE: UBOS/GIS-SPA/08/2022

REPORTS TO: Senior GIS Officer Spatial Analysis

SALARY SCALE: UBOS SP3

EMPLOYMENT TERMS: Permanent

Job Summary:

To provide Geo-Information Services to support Statistical Production and Development for the National Statistical System.

Key Results Areas

  1. Data capture in the field by use of data collection equipment like GPS, CAPI, checking of Socio-economic facilities in office and field updates
  2. Develop and maintaining online map services infrastructure for data sharing and dissemination.
  3. Handle customized data requirement for both external and internal clients i.e. maps, charts, tables, data collection trainings and consultations
  4. Prepare post-enumeration maps for census/survey reports in both digital and analogue, like census e-atlas, map books
  5. Prepare thematic maps for areas of statistical interest for directorates and MDAs
  6. Production of geo-statistical information by integrating physical and socio-economic indicators
  7. Training of other staff in GPS and validation of geospatial datasets

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Geo-Information Science or in any Geo- Information related or equivalent like Geography,Surveying,Geo-Information Sciences/Systems, Geomatics, Engineering, Natural Resources Management and Environmental Studies, Physics and Mathematics, Urban Planning with a bias in Geo-informatics, Information Technology

Experience:

  • Two years experience with ESRI software and hardware

Skills and Behavioral attributes

  • Map design skills, data processing skills and geo processing knowledge
  • Computer literate, able to use of Microsoft office Applications (MS Excel, MS Word, Power point)
  • Professionalism, Integrity, team spirit
  • Good communication skills
  • Objective and independent
  • Problem solving skills
  • Confidence, patience, politeness, tact and diplomacy when dealing with difficult situations
  • Creative thinking to be able to come up with new ideas
  • An ability to work under pressure
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Report writing skills

How to apply

If you believe you fit the required profile, please submit your application through
the online application system available at the UBOS Website: https://www.ubos.org/uboshr/public/login not later than close of business 19th August, 2022 at 5pm. Hardcopies shall not be accepted.

All applicants must attach relevant soft copies of academic transcripts, certificates and relevant appointment letters. (PDF copies maximum 1 OME3).

UGANDA BUREAU OF STATISTICS IS AN ALL EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ORGANISATION.

Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted. All tendered in documents shall be verified with the relevant authorities. Any form of lobbying and canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

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