GIS OFFICER- FOREST & COASTAL PROGRAMME (SELANGOR)
Contract
Junior Executive
12 hours ago
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...
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.
Perks & Benefits
- Allowance (travel stipends, transportation, etc.)
- Medical insurance
- Fitness membership
If you are passionate about the environment and willing to be team players, come work for Global Environment Centre (GEC)!
GEC was established in 1998 to work on environmental issues of global importance. The Centre is registered in Malaysia as a non-profit organisation (Reg. no. 473058-T) but works regionally and internationally both directly and through many partners. It supports information exchange and capacity building as well as undertakes strategic projects particularly in developing countries. GEC works in partnership with other like-minded agencies worldwide.
Our tagline: Building Partnerships for the Environment
Why join us?
We are a group of young (at heart, at least!) people who loves and enjoy saving the environment. We practise a vibrant and energetic office culture with excellent benefits. So, come and join us.
