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GIS Specialist

Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority Kingston and St. Andrew, Jamaica Updated: November 28, 2024

Summary

To support the sustainable development of SEZ-designated areas and lands vested in the Authority.

Responsibilities

  • To identify and assess factors affecting land vested in the Authority and designated SEZ sites
  • To support the effective and efficient design and execution of complex infrastructure development projects undertaken by the Authority, supported by the use of GIS data
  • Provide support in contributing to the effectiveness of the quality management system.
  • To provide assurance that risks associated with the TSI Unit are determined and addressed in line with the ISO Quality Management System.
  • Expertise in application software, primarily Geographical Information System (GIS)
  • Knowledge of PMBOK
  • Experienced in the planning of infrastructural development projects
  • Knowledge of applicable building regulations
  • Full computer literacy and skill in the use of typical Microsoft Office products with particular skill in the use of MS Project
  • Conduct field investigations, surveys, impact studies or other research in order to compile and analyze data on economic, social, regulatory and physical factors affecting land vested in the Authority
  • Prepare graphic and narrative reports on land use data, including land area maps overlaid with geographic variables
  • Develop and maintain appropriate GIS and other databases to support the planning function
  • Prepare comprehensive and integrated spatial and development area plan for lands vested in the Authority
  • Provide technical input during the formulation of plans and the design of large pieces of infrastructure.
  • Prevent, or reduce undesired effects of the existing Quality Management System of the Authority.
  • Achieve Improvement of the overall Quality Management System of the Authority through current knowledge, attitudes, and skill sets.
  • Maintain a functional risk register to ensure the protection of the unit, in relation to the Authority’s Quality Management System.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate in Urban Planning/Design, Urban/Regional Studies, Environmental Management, and/or extensive experience in the field
  • Minimum four (4) years of experience in a similar position at a local and/or international level
  • Experience in GIS (Geographical Information System)

Additional Information and Instructions

📧Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 4th December 2024 to: Director Human Resource Development and Management Special Economic Zone Authority 1 3 Waterloo Road Kingston 10 ✉️ Email: hrunit@jseza.com ℹ️ Subject: GIS Specialist (MIS/ IT 5) 🔑 Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. ⚠️ Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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Job Overview

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Title

GIS Specialist

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Salary

$27,520 - $37,027 USD

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Email

hrunit@jseza.com

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Work Style

On-Site
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Contract

Permanent

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Experience

Senior

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Education

Bachelor's Degree

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Sector

Public

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Address

3 Waterloo Road Kingston 10

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