GIS Analyst

Staff work a hybrid schedule with 2 days/week in the office

The GIS Analyst supports IFAW Rescue and Conservation pillar programs through the collection, management, and preparation of geospatial data. The position assists with field data collection, map production, database maintenance and routine GIS analyses while ensuring that spatial data are accurate, organized and accessible.

Role and Responsibilities

Geospatial Data Collection and Management

• Collect, validate, and consolidate spatial and attribute data from field teams, implementing partners, and other stakeholders.
• Support GPS and mobile-based data collection initiatives across IFAW-supported landscapes using platforms such as EarthRanger, SMART, and Survey123.
• Maintain and update organizational and partner geodatabases, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and adherence to metadata standards.
• Conduct data digitization, cleaning, verification, and quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and reliability of spatial datasets.

Mapping, Spatial Analysis and Remote Sensing

• Produce high-quality maps, cartographic layouts, and geospatial products to support project implementation, reporting, and decision-making.
• Perform geospatial analyses and spatial modeling under the guidance of senior GIS personnel to support conservation and landscape management activities.
• Support remote sensing, spatial monitoring, and imagery interpretation activities for conservation planning, habitat assessment, and project monitoring.

Web GIS and Geospatial Communication

• Create, maintain, and enhance Web GIS applications, interactive maps, dashboards, and other geospatial visualization tools for internal and external stakeholders.
• Design, develop, and update ArcGIS StoryMaps and other geospatial storytelling products that integrate maps, multimedia content, and narrative text to effectively communicate conservation initiatives, project achievements, lessons learned, and landscape impacts to partners, donors, communities, and decision-makers.

Technical Support and Capacity Building

• Provide technical GIS and data management support to project teams and partners, strengthening capacity for spatial data collection, analysis, visualization, and reporting.

Standards, Documentation and Innovation

• Document GIS workflows, methodologies, standard operating procedures, and data management processes, maintaining accurate records in accordance with organizational standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of spatial data management standards, best practices, and innovative geospatial solutions to support organizational objectives.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or a related field preferred.
• At least two (2) years of relevant experience in GIS, spatial data management, and geospatial analysis; relevant internships may be considered.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and/or QGIS for spatial data management, analysis, and map production.
• Experience with GPS and mobile data collection tools such as Survey123, EarthRanger, SMART, Field Maps, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of cartography, coordinate systems, geodatabases, metadata standards, and spatial data management principles.
• Experience developing Web GIS applications, dashboards, and ArcGIS StoryMaps to communicate spatial information effectively.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness and ability to travel to field locations, including remote environments, with travel requirements of up to 20% of work time.

At IFAW, we aim to create and foster a workforce that reflects and contributes to the diverse, global community in which we work to improve the lives of both animals and people. We are dedicated to fostering justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion so we actively encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Hiring range is $37,000 - 44,000 USD per year

Closing date for receipt of applications: 31 July 2026