Job Title: Geographic Information System Officer
Organisation: Uganda Investment Authority (UIA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Uganda Investment Authority (UIA) is a semi-autonomous Government Agency operating in partnership with the private sector and Government of Uganda to drive National economic growth and development. The Authority is established under the Investment Code Act, Cap. 74 with the aim of promoting and facilitating private sector investment in Uganda.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Utilizing GIS software to analyse spatial data related to potential industrial park locations;
- Conducting spatial analysis to identify trends and patterns that can inform investment decisions;
- Preparing feasibility studies that incorporate GIS data to support decision-making processes;
- Monitoring project progress using GIS tools to track milestones and assess performance metrics;
- Presenting GIS findings and investment opportunities clearly and effectively to diverse audiences;
- Analysing existing regulations affecting industrial park development and recommend improvements based on GIS insights;
- Providing training sessions for UIA staff and other stakeholders on the use of GIS technology in investment planning.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An Honour’s Bachelor’s degree in Land Surveying and Geomatics from a recognized University.
Work Experience
- A minimum of two (2) years
Competences
Technical
- GIS Software proficiency
- Spatial data collection and management
- Remote sensing and image analysis
- Cartography and map production
- Spatial analysis and modeling
- Database and information systems management
Behavioural
- Communicating effectively
- Concern for quality and standards
- Negotiations and mediation skills
- Team work
- Ethics and integrity
Key Result Areas
- Collect, analyze, and interpret spatial data for potential industrial park locations, supporting evidence-based investment decisions.
- Conducts spatial and trend analysis to inform industrial park planning, development strategies, and investment promotion initiatives.
- Prepares feasibility studies and reports integrating GIS insights to guide decision-making and project prioritization.
- Monitors and tracks industrial park project progress using GIS tools, assessing milestones and performance metrics.
- Presents GIS findings, investment opportunities, and spatial analyses clearly to internal teams, management, and external stakeholders.
- Analyses regulations affecting industrial park development and provides recommendations for improvement based on GIS data.
- Provides training and capacity-building for UIA staff and stakeholders on GIS applications in investment planning and industrial development.
How to Apply:
Detailed and up-to-date CV including contact details and names of three referees
All applicants for the above positions should attach certified copies of academic credentials and previous appointment letters for posts that require experience.
A copy of National Identity Card.
On the envelop, clearly state the post applied for.
Applications should be addressed and hand delivered to;
The Director General,
Uganda Investment Authority,
6th Floor, Uganda Business Facilitation Centre(UBFC)
Plot 1, Baskerville Avenue, Kololo
P.O. Box 7418, Kampala.
Deadline: 29th December 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
NB: Please note that Uganda Investment Authority is an equal opportunities government entity. Any canvassing for favours will lead to automatic disqualification of an applicant.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 24