Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented junior or intermediate level GIS Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will lead the collection, analysis, and visualization of nature based spatial data to help inform decision-making and project development across various carbon projects. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to develop their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, process, and maintain nature based geospatial data using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Assist in the creation of maps, charts, and other visual representations of spatial data.
- Conduct spatial analysis to support our project objectives and reporting.
- Support data quality assurance and control processes.
- Produce clearly communicated written output of methods and results of completed analyses
- Collaborate with team members to gather requirements and deliver GIS solutions.
- Document methodologies and maintain metadata for datasets.
Stay up to date with GIS best practices and emerging technologies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Experience with GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar (internships, coursework, or projects will be considered).
- Proficient understanding of cartographic principles and spatial analysis.
- Familiarity with data management and database concepts.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, R or SQL.
- Awareness and understanding of dynamic baselining (Performance benchmark) applied in nature-based carbon projects (e.g. the Verified Carbon Standard’s approach in VM0047 – Afforestation, Reforestation and Revegetation carbon accounting methodology)
- Exposure to remote sensing
- Understanding of GPS data collection
Knowledge of web mapping tools (e.g., Earthblox, ArcGIS Online, Leaflet, Mapbox).
Previous internship or work experience in a GIS-related role