Gis Officer Forest & Coastal Programme (selangor)

Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia

Job Description


Responsibility of Position:As the GIS Officer for the Forest & Coastal Programme at GEC, your responsibilities will include:

  • Providing technical support on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications and tools for forest and coastal management projects;
  • Implementing GIS-based projects on community-based management of forests, wetlands and agroforestry in Malaysia, including conservation, rehabilitation, hydrology management, fire prevention and control, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, agroforestry, and other relevant areas;
  • Developing spatial analysis and mapping products to support project planning, monitoring, and evaluation;
  • Collaborating with project teams to integrate GIS into project activities and decision-making processes;
  • Managing and maintaining GIS databases, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security;
  • Conducting spatial analysis, modeling, and visualization to support project objectives;
  • Supporting capacity building and knowledge sharing on GIS tools and applications within project teams and partner organisations;
  • Assisting in the development of spatial data infrastructure and standards for project implementation;
  • Contributing to the development and implementation of awareness and education programs related to GIS and spatial data for stakeholders, including school students, local communities, and other relevant groups; and
  • Representing GEC at local and national meetings, conferences, and seminars related to GIS and spatial data management.
Job Requirements:
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimum supervision;
  • A degree in geographic information system technology. geography, environmental science, natural resource management, or a related field;
  • Minimum 3-6 years of relevant working experience involving GIS analysis and application in community development or natural resource management projects.
  • Proficiency in GIS software such as Esri Malaysia, ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar platforms.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work in field conditions and adapt to irregular working hours as required.
  • Pleasant personality with good public relations capabilities.
  • Fluent in Malay and English.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1061085
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Kuala Selangor, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Education
    Not mentioned