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Job Title:  Senior Planner- Mapping and Cartography   

Organisation: National Planning Authority (NPA)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Manager- Urban and Metropolitan Physical Planning

About Organisation:

The National Planning Authority (NPA) was established under NPA ACT CAP 202 in compliance with article 125 of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda (1995). The primary function of the Authority is to produce comprehensive and integrated development plans for the country elaborated in terms of the perspective Vision, Long and Medium-term Plans. The rationalization of Government Agencies, Commissions, Authorities and Public Expenditure (RAPEX), through the NPA (Amendment) Act 2024 and the Physical Planning (Amendment) Act 2024, transferred the functions of the National Physical Planning Board (NPPB) to the National Planning Authority. Furthermore, while the Physical Planning (Amendment) Act, 2010 declared the entire Country a planning area, the Physical Planning (Amendment) Act 2024, gives the power of administration of the principal Act to NPA.

Job Summary: To provide technical leadership in the generation, maintenance and production of quality and customized geographical data and relevant base maps for integrated physical planning undertakings.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Establish, integrate and update spatial databases including; imagery, orthophoto and statistical data from a variety of sources to support realistic analyses and production of different spatial outputs to inform integrated physical development planning.
• Support the design, development and maintenance of national geospatial database for integrated physical development planning.
• Undertake surveys and mapping including use of drone technology to acquire and update spatial databases and base maps for integrated physical development planning.
• Digitize features from existing maps, imagery and aerial photos and other materials to generate digital datasets.
• Install, troubleshoot and ensure all mapping software, hardware, techniques, and other related technologies are kept up-to-date.
• Produce quality maps, imagery, orthophotos, graphs, summary tables, profile sheets and other related cartographic materials in keeping with specified cartographical standards to support coordination and harmonization of integrated physical development planning and decision-making processes.
• Provide spatial data to support and guide integration and alignment of National Development Plans (NDPs) to Physical Development Plans (PDPs).

• Undertake spatial analyses and produce time series data to monitor and evaluate the execution of the national, regional and metropolitan integrated Physical Development Plans (PDPs).
• Support the review and update of national, regional and metropolitan integrated Physical Development Plans (PDPs).
• Provide technical input and guidance in the review and development of appropriate national spatial data policies, legislation, strategies, programmes, standards, regulations and guidelines.
• Provide technical support, supervision and training to local governments and other relevant institutions on matters of spatial data capture, analysis and map production.
• Develop and maintain digital data archives for approved physical development plans.
• Undertake locus to map land use change applications and locate physical planning appeals and grievances submitted to the Authority.
• Other roles as defined by the administrative and managerial arrangements in place.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Geoinformation Technology and Cartography; Geospatial and Mapping Sciences, Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing; Digital Mapping and Photogrammetry, Geodesy; Geoinformatics; or closely related discipline and a relevant Honors Degree from a recognized university.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience of at least seven (7) years in the areas of Surveying and Cartography, handling Information Systems related to mapping and cartography, three (3) of which should at officer or above level in a reputable institution/organization.
• Possession of additional experience in physical planning, development planning, policy analysis and evaluation will be an added advantage.
• Applicant should have Membership to relevant professional associations.

Competencies

• Technical; Knowledgeable in cartographic principles like scale, projections, symbology, and color theory to create clear, effective maps. Skilled in using design tools (such as Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop) for map layouts and creating visually appealing presentations. Ability to create maps that communicate specific themes (e.g., population density, land use, topography). Proficiency in using GIS platforms like ArcGIS, QGIS, and MapInfo for mapping and spatial analysis. Ability to process and analyze geospatial data to identify patterns, relationships, and trends.
• Proficient in interpreting aerial and satellite imagery, often using software such as ERDAS Imagine or ENVI.
• Behavioral: Leadership, Communicating effectively, Ethics and integrity
• Preferred age limit: 30-50 years

How to Apply:

• The preferred method of applications’ is recorded delivery through the NPA Front Desk / Reception and faster courier means
• Applicants are to forward an application letter accompanied with detailed curriculum vitae, including phone and email contacts; certified photocopies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts and copy of National ID, addressed to: The Executive Director, National Planning Authority,
• P.O.BOX 21434 Kampala Uganda; Planning – House Plot 17A Clement Hill Road.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews. “NPA” is an equal opportunity employer and any form of canvassing or lobbying shall lead to disqualification.
• The detailed advert is accessible on http://www.npa.go.ug under opportunities
• The successful candidates will be offered contractual appointments in accordance with the National Planning Authority Human Resource and Administration Manual (2023).

Deadline: 29th November, 2024 (16.55hrs). Applications received after the closing date and time shall not be considered

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