Geographical Information Systems Specialist

Tanzania Geothermal Development Company Limited (TGDC) is a subsidiary company of the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) established in December 2013 and came into operation in July 2014 with a mandate to spearhead geothermal resources in Tanzania.
Our Vision:
To be the most competitive regional geothermal resources development company serving today and future generations with reliable, affordable and environmental friendly energy
Our Mission:
To offer reliable and efficient geothermal energy development services to support the nation's development vision.
TGDC is mandated:
To carry out geothermal exploration including geological, geochemistry, seismological, volcanological studies;
To carry business in geothermal drilling for steam and hot water, well testing and logging, reservoir assessment and management;
To mobilize funds for geothermal development from various sources;
To promote geothermal business and developer of alternative uses of geothermal energy than electricity including watering cultures, therapeutic uses, geothermal bathing, drying of farm products and all industrial and non-industrial uses;
In order to reach its goals, the Company intends to invest in its business, systems and human capital. TGDC now invites applications from self-motivated, pro-active, honest, hardworking and committed TANZANIANS to fill in the undermentioned position

Position: Geographical Information Systems Specialist (1 Post) –
Ref: TGDC/HR/022
Reporting to: Manager Geo Science Services
Divisional Directorate: Technical Services

POSITION OBJECTIVE
Integrate field geothermal data sets (geological, geophysical and geochemical) using
ArcGIS software and produce state of art geothermal maps from different sites.
Key Responsibilities
Creates, develops and maintains geographic databases showing locations of geothermal sites, exploited geothermal fields and other potential geothermal locations.
The specialist must design and update GIS databases using various mathematics techniques, such as coordinate geometry, conversion of vectors and real analysis
Gathers, analyzes, and integrates geospatial data and determine how best the information can be displayed using GIS
Enters geothermal 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.
Operates and maintain GIS system hardware and software.
Designs and updates database, applying additional knowledge of geospatial feature representations
Acquires, analyzes, compiles, evaluates, and reviews geospatial data
Attributes, exploits, extracts, formats, manipulates, positions, and symbolizes geospatial information with high quality, accuracy, and currency of geospatial information produced in-house or in cooperation with contractors.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in Geomatics, Geoinformatics or ,equivalent course from a recognized institution,
Five (5) years of demonstrable and relevant working experience

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Demonstrated skills in the effective use and operation of ArcGIS for Desktop and extensions.
Demonstrated skills in the effective use and operation of Autodesk, AutoCAD Map 3D or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Ability to work effectively in CAD and GIS environments
Experience in spatial data acquisition and manipulation.
Good knowledge of geographic standards and coordinate systems
Knowledge of geographic data management (geo-database management)
Problem-solving skills and ability to analyse a case or situation and recommend solutions
Excellent communication (verbal and written).
Pro-activeness, creativity, innovation, and team working
Flexible and ability to work independently.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

A detailed application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position, and how you will add value
A detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and contacts of two reliable Referees
All applications should be in English language
Testimonials and provisional results/results slips will not be accepted
Women are highly encouraged to apply
Only short listed candidates will be contacted

THE GENERAL MANAGER,
TANZANIA GEOTHERMAL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LIMITED,
P.O BOX 14801,
DAR ES SALAAM.
(TANESCO BUILDING, UBUNGO)