Details (Geographer Trainees):
- Successful candidates undergo 1-year training under the scheme.
- After completing the program, candidates receive a permanent employment offer with the Edo State Government.
Job Description
- Manage client data and perform regular database extraction for timely data updates.
- Assist with elements of the USGS NAQWA program, including data analysis and fieldwork.
- Utilize various GIS software such as ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcScene, ArcINFO, RockWorks, and prepare files for Earth Vision.
- Provide concept-build for additional MOUTs (Military Operations in Urban Terrain) for all of DOD (Department of Defense).
- Plan and coordinate field surveys, collecting environmental and infrastructure features with multiple attributes using handheld GPS and survey-grade GPS.
- Implement a process for geographically representing and spatially analyzing worldwide large polygon and point sets in QGIS, ArcGIS, and Google Earth/KML.
- Support fieldwork preparation, including data dictionary creation, geophysical and reconnaissance transect development, and daily GPS quality checks.
- Utilize HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to create online interactive programs for use by DPS (Department of Public Safety) and the public.
- Present material using multimedia equipment and other resources, such as PowerPoint presentations and GIS demonstrations.
Qualifications
- Education requirements: Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) or HND (minimum of Lower Credit) in Geography or related fields.
- Additional advantage: Experience in obtaining and applying GPS data with ArcGIS.
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate is required for candidates.
- Computer literacy is a must.
- Desired skills: Good interpersonal/leadership skills and ability to work effectively in teams.
- Age range for applicants: 22-30 years.
- Bonus advantage: Experience in the use of CAD&GIS Tools.
Application Closing Date (Geographer Trainees)
4th August, 2023.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Application Letters with an attached Curriculum Vitae (CV) to:
The Ministry of Physical Planning, Housing, Urban and Regional Development,
2nd Floor, Block C, Edo State Secretariat Complex,
Sapele Road, Benin City,
Edo State.
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