Project Associate (GIS)

Industry Category	Sciences	Position	Geology / Geophysics
Recruitment Department		Number Of Recruits	several
Work Location	Metro Manila (NCR) Quezon City	Nature Of Work	Full Time
Gender Requirements	Male	Marriage Requirement	No marital status restrictions
Education Level	College Diploma	Work Experience	No work experience restrictions
Age Requirement	Above 18 years old	Salary Package	Negotiable
Updated Date	2022-09-26	Valid Until	Valid for a long time

COMPETENCIES, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a graduate of BS in Environmental Science, BS in Environmental Planning, BS in Forestry, BS in Geology, BS in Geography, or other similar coursesMust have experience in using ArcGIS to produce digital maps with geographic data and convert physical maps into digital mapsHas experience in technical writingGood verbal and written communication skillsGood interpersonal skillsWilling to conduct fieldwork and to facilitate events such as but not limited to IEC campaigns, public consultations, and planning workshopsMust have stable internet connection and if possible has own laptop (in good condition)Experience in using AutoCAD is a plus, but not required

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The PROJECT ASSOCIATE shall directly report to the company’s Project Officer and the Chief Operating Officer. The PROJECT ASSOCIATE shall:

Convert physical maps into a digital form for computer usage;Analyze spatial data through the use of ArcGIS and detect spatial patterns and trends;Produce digital maps with geographic data and other data sources in order to show spatial distribution of various kinds of data;Create shapefiles to merge topographical data with external data by layering external data over a topographical map;Perform data munging and cleaning to convert data into its desired form;Produce reports on geographic data utilizing data visualizations;Manage a digital library of geographic maps in various file types;Provide guidance to client/s and other stakeholders on mapping issuesCoordinate with relevant agencies for to obtain and validate data, as necessary;Support site visits to accomplish the following: (a) data collection and validation; (b) review of existing relevant plans and studies; and (c) review, check, and document progress of project implementation;Facilitate, arrange, and participate in consultations, meetings, and workshops, as required;Provide advisory and technical inputs in the preparation and conduct of information, education, and communication (IEC) campaigns, public consultations, workshops, and other events as needed;Assist in the preparation of reports, powerpoint presentations, progress reports, briefing notes, and other outputs as needed;Liaise and represent the company in meetings, seminars, and fora as deemed necessary;Perform other related duties as assigned and deemed necessary by the Project Officer, Chief Operating Officer, or any authorized officer of Envia Consultancy, Inc.

Envia Consultancy is a multi-disciplinary team of environmental planners that was incorporated in 2017.  Envia envisions the Philippines as a progressive nation that balances economic growth and technological advancement with the development of its people and the protection of the environment. Critical to this vision is the adoption of a planning approach that recognizes the natural limits and capabilities of the natural environment to produce food, to provide shelter, to carry transportation networks, and to protect from disasters.