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Geographical Information Systems Specialist

Center for International Forestry Research

Center for International Forestry Research

Kayes, Mali
Posted on Apr 12, 2025

Summary of responsibilities

1. Support the design and implementation of the project's Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) activities

2. Identify, collect and analyze relevant geospatial data (satellite images, field data, etc.).

3. Supervise data collection in the field using GPS and other mobile mapping tools.

4. Set up an organized and accessible GIS database

5. Produce thematic maps for reforestation, ANR, agroforestry and participatory forest management activities

6. Produce monitoring maps of forest cover and restored ecosystems

7. Carry out analyses of trends in deforestation, soil degradation, and landscape restoration.

8. Assess the impact of project activities using specific environmental indicators

9. Train local teams and communities in the use of GIS and GPS tools

10. Contribute to capacity building of partners on participatory mapping methods

11. Document and present analysis results in the form of reports, maps and presentations

Participate in coordination meetings and provide recommendations based on GIS analyses