Design and Drone Deployment for Ortho-Photography and Canopy Height Mapping

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Overview

Assist in drone-based mapping and graphic design for environmental monitoring.

You have:

• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Experience in creating scientific graphics related to environmental studies.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret scientific data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with environmental science and conservation principles is preferred.
• Proficiency in drone operation and aerial photography.
• Experience with image processing software (e.g., Pix4D, DroneDeploy, ArcGIS).
• Master's students are encouraged to apply.

Contract

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The "Design and Drone Deployment for Ortho-Photography and Canopy Height Mapping" project is an ongoing initiative supported by the Biodiversity Climate Fund and UNDP Port Moresby until September 2025. MDF will implement this project in collaboration with the PNG University of Technology and Online Volunteers to map the Kamiali Wildlife Management Area in Huon District, Papua New Guinea.

MDF requires Online Volunteers with expertise in remote sensing and data analysis to process drone and GPS data. Eight Online Volunteers will assigned in two groups and participate in: (i) creating graphics from orthophotography findings; and (ii) assisting with deployment over designated areas including mangrove ecosystems and upland forests along the Huon Coast. This initiative will generate essential vegetation data for an environmental impact report at the Lababia protected site.

The project advances Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 15 (Life on Land) by monitoring forest canopy changes to understand climate impacts and guide conservation efforts. Through advanced drone mapping technology, the project will collect precise data online critical for enhancing ecosystem resilience and sustainability.

Morobe Development Foundation (MDF) is seeking a total of 8 Online Volunteers to assist in creating graphics and deploying ortho-photography over the Kamiali Wildlife Management Area (KWMA).

• Four of the Online Volunteers will be creating graphics based on the findings and data gathered remotely from drone orthophotography and canopy height mapping that were deployed over the Kamiali Wildlife Management Area (KWMA), mangrove and upland forest, and other points along the Huon Coast in Papua New Guinea. The findings and data that the volunteers collected will be utilised for creating graphics online by them under the guidance of MDF's task supervisor.

• The other four Online Volunteers will be assisting in deploying orthophotography online and remotely over the Kamiali Wildlife Management Area (KWMA), mangrove and upland forest, and other points along the Huon Coast in Papua New Guinea. This project specifically focuses on drone canopy height mapping, which is critical for monitoring and preserving local ecosystems.

Task Division:

A) Graphic Design: - Collaborative Effort: All volunteers will work together online to ensure consistency in design, style, and accuracy. This includes: - Reviewing: Conducting thorough reviews of each graphic to ensure they accurately represent the study's data. - Enhancing: Making necessary improvements to the design and layout of the graphics. - Feedback Integration: Incorporating feedback from each other to ensure the visuals are coherent and cohesive.

Volunteer 1: Data Visualization - Develop and design visualization concepts that effectively communicate the findings from the drone orthophotography and canopy height mapping. - Create initial sketches and mockups for review, ensuring that the visuals accurately represent the data while being visually engaging.

Volunteer 2: Canopy Height Mapping Graphics - Produce high-quality graphics specifically representing canopy height data. - Utilize graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) to create detailed and accurate representations of canopy heights, ensuring clarity and precision.

Volunteer 3: Ortho-Photography Mosaics - Creating high-quality orthophoto mosaics based on drone imagery. - Utilize specialized software to stitch together drone images, generate comprehensive orthophotos, and highlight key features of the mangrove and upland forests.

Volunteer 4: Quality Assurance and Integration - Ensure the overall quality of graphics and integrate them into the final report. - Review and refine the graphics based on feedback, ensuring consistency and compatibility with the report's textual content. Conduct thorough quality assessments to guarantee accuracy and reliability.

B) Remote Drone Assistance: Accurately represent and integrate the data with existing databases. Review and validate the data and orthophotos. Conduct quality assessments to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Volunteer 1: Drone Flight Operating Support: - Provide advice and guidance in regards of operating drones to capture high-resolution ortho-photographs of the designated areas. - Ensure flights are conducted safely and efficiently, adhering to local aviation regulations and guidelines. Collect comprehensive canopy height data for analysis.

Volunteer 2: Image Processing and Analysis - Process the captured drone images and create detailed orthophotos. - Utilize specialized software to stitch together drone images, accurately map canopy heights, and generate comprehensive orthophotos that highlight key features of the mangrove and upland forests.

Volunteer 3: Data Integration - Integrate the orthophotos and canopy height data into the overall environmental monitoring system. - Ensure the data is accurately represented and compatible with existing databases. Collaborate with other team members to ensure data integration supports ongoing conservation efforts.

Volunteer 4: Quality Assurance and Reporting - Review and validate the collected data and create orthophotos. - Conduct thorough quality assessments to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data. Prepare summaries to present findings and provide actionable insights for further conservation efforts.

Please specify the specific support you want to apply in the "Motivation Statement" section while applying.

Graphic Design Tasks: - Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop) - Experience in creating scientific graphics related to environmental studies - Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret scientific data - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - Familiarity with environmental science and conservation principles is preferred - Master's students are encouraged to apply.

Drone Assistance: - Proficiency in drone operation and aerial photography - Experience with image processing software (e.g., Pix4D, DroneDeploy, ArcGIS) - Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret spatial data - Collaborative mindset with excellent communication skills - Familiarity with environmental science and conservation principles is preferred - Master's students are encouraged to apply.

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