GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) EXPERT: (1 Vacant Post)
3.1 Appointing Authority: Management Committee.
3.2 Reports To: Technical Manager.
3.3 Required Qualifications and Experience:
The successful applicant must be/have:
- A holder of Degree or Advanced Diploma in Land Surveying/Planning/Information Technology/Geography with emphasis in GIS or should have pursued a Certificate or Diploma program in GIS.
- GIS concepts and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and digital data conversion, manipulation and analysis.
- Knowledge of GIS software tools and applications including but not limited to ArcGIS, AutoCAD suite and applications of MS Office Suite.
- Minimum of three years working experience in a reputable organization.
3.3 Employment Terms: Two years Contract - Renewable upon satisfactorily performance.
3.4 Main Duties & Responsibilities:
(i) Survey and create water network maps using GIS software and related equipment.
(ii) Survey and create sewerage network maps using GIS software and related equipment.
(iii) Survey, collect and locate customers’ information in the map using GIS software.
(iv) Compile geographical data from a variety of sources including survey, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
(v) Enter new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
(vi) Operate and maintain GIS system hardware, software, plotter, digitizer, GPS, video camera and other project facilities.
(vii) Ensure compliance/linkage of different applications.
(viii) Communicate/coordinate with other GIS users in water supply and sewerage system or in other fields.
(ix) Train AUWSA staff on GIS applications.
(x) Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Manager.
4.0 PACKAGE:
Most competitive salary and remuneration in line with AUWSA Scheme of Service and Salary Structure will be offered to the right candidate, having relevant qualifications, required skills and experience.
5.0 MODE OF APPLICATION:
If you possess and believe you meet the required qualification given above: Please submit your application letter together with detailed curriculum vitae which includes your complete contacts details, copies of qualification certificates and enclosing two letters from referees with their contacts (mobile, box numbers, e-mail and physical addresses).
In addition to the qualifications mentioned, the incumbent is expected to posses the following traits:
- Excellent communication skill.
- High integrity and ability to adapt to changes quickly.
- Capacity to work hard, under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to work under teamwork spirit, establish and maintain effective working relations with different people and stakeholders.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applications should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him/her not later than 28th
February, 2014.
MANAGING DIRECTOR,
ARUSHA URBAN WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE AUTHORITY
P.O.BOX 13600, ARUSHA
Tel: + 250 4163, 250 6124,
Fax: 250 4163, 254 8981,
E-Mail: auwsa@habari.co.tz, auwsa@auwsa.or.tz
Website: www.auwsa.or.tz
AUWSA is an equal opportunity employer’. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Only short-listed candidates (who meet requirements) will be contacted and invited for an interview.
3.1 Appointing Authority: Management Committee.
3.2 Reports To: Technical Manager.
3.3 Required Qualifications and Experience:
The successful applicant must be/have:
- A holder of Degree or Advanced Diploma in Land Surveying/Planning/Information Technology/Geography with emphasis in GIS or should have pursued a Certificate or Diploma program in GIS.
- GIS concepts and analytical techniques, including computerized mapping and digital data conversion, manipulation and analysis.
- Knowledge of GIS software tools and applications including but not limited to ArcGIS, AutoCAD suite and applications of MS Office Suite.
- Minimum of three years working experience in a reputable organization.
3.3 Employment Terms: Two years Contract - Renewable upon satisfactorily performance.
3.4 Main Duties & Responsibilities:
(i) Survey and create water network maps using GIS software and related equipment.
(ii) Survey and create sewerage network maps using GIS software and related equipment.
(iii) Survey, collect and locate customers’ information in the map using GIS software.
(iv) Compile geographical data from a variety of sources including survey, field observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.
(v) Enter new map data through use of a digitizer or by direct input of coordinate information using the principles of cartography including coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.
(vi) Operate and maintain GIS system hardware, software, plotter, digitizer, GPS, video camera and other project facilities.
(vii) Ensure compliance/linkage of different applications.
(viii) Communicate/coordinate with other GIS users in water supply and sewerage system or in other fields.
(ix) Train AUWSA staff on GIS applications.
(x) Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Technical Manager.
4.0 PACKAGE:
Most competitive salary and remuneration in line with AUWSA Scheme of Service and Salary Structure will be offered to the right candidate, having relevant qualifications, required skills and experience.
5.0 MODE OF APPLICATION:
If you possess and believe you meet the required qualification given above: Please submit your application letter together with detailed curriculum vitae which includes your complete contacts details, copies of qualification certificates and enclosing two letters from referees with their contacts (mobile, box numbers, e-mail and physical addresses).
In addition to the qualifications mentioned, the incumbent is expected to posses the following traits:
- Excellent communication skill.
- High integrity and ability to adapt to changes quickly.
- Capacity to work hard, under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
- Ability to work under teamwork spirit, establish and maintain effective working relations with different people and stakeholders.
- Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Applications should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him/her not later than 28th
February, 2014.
MANAGING DIRECTOR,
ARUSHA URBAN WATER SUPPLY & SEWERAGE AUTHORITY
P.O.BOX 13600, ARUSHA
Tel: + 250 4163, 250 6124,
Fax: 250 4163, 254 8981,
E-Mail: auwsa@habari.co.tz, auwsa@auwsa.or.tz
Website: www.auwsa.or.tz
AUWSA is an equal opportunity employer’. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Only short-listed candidates (who meet requirements) will be contacted and invited for an interview.
GEOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION SYSTEM (GIS) EXPERT
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