Vital NZABANITA

GIS Analyst , City of Kigali/Gasabo/Kimihurura

Kigali, Rwanda

I hold a Postgraduate in GIScience and I bring over 20 years of experience working in the fields of Cartography and GIS. My expertise spans designing and implementing spatial data collection tools, spatial analysis, developing geospatial databases, data modeling and analysis, mapping, image processing, GIS training. I have also international experience in Asia (Afghanistan) and Eastern Africa.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Disaster, Aid, Emergencies, Relief
  • Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation
  • Infrastructure, Technology, Engineering, Science
Professional Experience:

As a GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Analyst, I have experience in the following areas:
1. Data Collection and Management:
o Collecting, cleaning, and organizing spatial data from various sources like satellite imagery, LiDAR, GPS devices, and field surveys.
o Managing large datasets, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and relevance using GIS software and particularly the python packages.
2. Spatial Analysis and Modeling:
o Conducting spatial analyses to answer complex questions such as suitability modeling, risk assessments, and pattern recognition.
o Using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) to analyze geographic and spatial data for a variety of industries like urban planning, environmental management, or transportation.
3. Cartography and Map Production:
o Creating visually appealing and informative maps to communicate data insights.
o Designing custom maps using GIS tools for presentations, reports, or publications.
4. Geospatial Data Visualization:
o Developing 2D and 3D visualizations to represent spatial data in ways that aid in decision-making.
5. Software Proficiency:
o Expertise in GIS software like ArcGIS, QGIS, ERDAS Imagine, and other geospatial tools such as python libraries.
o Experience with spatial databases (PostgreSQL-PostGIS, ESRI Geodatabase) and data management systems.
6. Automation and Scripting:
o Writing scripts (using Python, R, or ModelBuilder) to automate repetitive tasks.
7. Geospatial Data Integration:
o Integrating various datasets such as demographic data, environmental data and CAD drawings to create comprehensive GIS solutions.
8. Project Management:
o Managing GIS projects, from initial data collection and analysis to final reporting and presentation.
o Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure GIS data supports decision-making and project objectives.

Education:

Postgraduate in GIScience, Bachelors in Geography, Esri Certificates: Cartography, Spatial analysis, GeoApps.

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Being headhunted – make me an offer

Years of Experience:

More than 20 years

Highest Qualification:

Bachelors

Languages:

English, French, Swahili

Nationality:

Rwanda