GIS Manager

About the role

The GIS Manager will support ecosystem‑based mitigation and adaptation efforts in Botswana’s communal rangelands, reporting to the Senior M&E Manager and collaborating with senior technical staff. The role is based in Gaborone and involves leading the remote‑sensing component of the Rangeland Stewardship Portal.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and manage the Rangeland Stewardship Portal, ensuring accurate integration of remote‑sensing data.
• Own the full lifecycle of GIS applications, data integrations, and spatial analysis, handling large datasets such as satellite imagery and demographic variables.
• Create digital mapping, raster, and LiDAR products, and publish them through web portals.
• Lead development of web applications, dashboards, and custom tools using Python, Batch scripts, and SQL.
• Collaborate with project teams, local communities, and multiple departments to deliver geospatial solutions and provide training.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Geospatial Sciences, Environmental Studies or related field.
• 4–6 years of professional experience with GIS, remote sensing, and spatial data management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to work with diverse communities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with ESRI ArcGIS software.
• Strong coding and scripting skills: Python, Batch, SQL.
• Experience in raster product development, LiDAR processing, and satellite imagery analysis.
• Database creation and management for spatial data.
• Web application and dashboard development for visualizing geospatial information.