Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies, societies and most importantly, people’s lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.
Palladium is searching for GIS specialists for an exciting opportunity in the GCC focusing on increasing the effectiveness of land utilisation, crop planning and production. The tailor made solutions will rest on the ability of a GIS team to assess the landscape, and make recommendations to the client and industry on next steps.
We are looking for senior experts to take programme leadership roles as well as technicians to conduct statistical and data analysis.
* Create maps and graphs, using GIS software and data collection equipment.
* Perform research to obtain and expand existing datasets
* Gather and report on GIS data and determine how data sets are best utilized through GIS
* Compile geographic and demographic data from many sources
* Consult with external stakeholders to access censuses, fieldwork, satellite and aerial imagery, and maps
* Compile data for statistics to incorporate into documents and reports
* Build, manipulate, and update databases
* Enter new map data using cartographic principles
* Analyze and model relationships between geographic data sets
* Operate and maintain GIS system hardware, software, and peripherals
* Present information to clients and stakeholders along with recommendations in line with deadlines and expectations
* PHD in in a field related to GIS, agriculture science or statistical analysis; Or An Msc with commensurate experience
* PMP or other project management certification would be very beneficial
* Experience delivering GIS solutions in a consultancy or client-facing role
* Experience using GIS in agriculture, agricultural science, crop production or planning
* Strong interpersonal skills, and exceptional client management ability
* Fluency in Arabic would be a significant advantage
Location(s): Saudi Arabia - -
Palladium is a global leader in the design, development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations, investors, governments, corporations, communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social, environmental and financial benefits.
For the past 50 years, we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2,500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35,000 technical experts, Palladium has improved – and is committed to continuing to improve – economies, societies and most importantly, people's lives.
Palladium is a child-safe organisation, and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran or marital status.
