GIS & Meteorological Officer
Manage and maintain weather station networks and perform GIS data analytics.
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Overview
Manage and maintain weather station networks and perform GIS data analytics.
You have:
- BSc in Geography, Meteorology, Environmental Science, Geoinformatics or related fields.
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role.
- Experience with scripting using R and Python programming for geospatial and remote sensing data analysis.
- Familiarity with drone/UAV operations and data processing workflows.
- Professional certification or training in GIS, Remote Sensing, or Meteorological instrumentation is desirable.
Position: GIS & Meteorological Officer
Contract: 3-year renewable contract Location: Ibadan
Closing Date: 18 December 2025
DUTIES:
- Manage and maintain weather station networks across IITA stations.
- Install and service both automatic and conventional weather stations.
- Collect meteorological data through daily instrument readings and periodic downloads from automatic stations.
- Process and analyse meteorological data to support informed decision-making in IITA research activities.
- Conduct GIS data analytics, including drone/UAV data acquisition and processing.
- Produce maps and spatial products using GIS and remote sensing data.
- Deliver high-quality geospatial analysis and remote sensing data processing in support of diverse IITA projects.
- Supervise graduate interns, university students, and NYSC members working in the GIS Laboratory.
- Coordinate and facilitate educational excursions for students from colleges and tertiary institutions to the IITA weather station at the Ibadan campus.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
QUALIFICATION:
BSc in Geography, Meteorology, Environmental Science, Geoinformatics and other related courses. The ideal candidate must have minimum of 3 years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment. Experience with scripting using R and Python programming for geospatial and remote sensing data analysis, and familiarity with drone/UAV operations and data processing workflows is desirable.
Professional certification or training in GIS, Remote Sensing, or Meteorological instrumentation is desirable.
COMPETENCIES:
The ideal candidate must:
- Be proficient in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and remote sensing tools.
- Have experience with meteorological instruments and data collection protocols.
- Possess strong analytical skills for processing and interpreting spatial and meteorological data.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational and supervisory abilities, particularly in managing interns and students.
- Exhibit effective communication, presentation, and writing skills.
- Be capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research environment.
Benefits
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
Potential interview questions
| Describe a project where you successfully managed a GIS dataset. What challenges did you face? | This question assesses your project management and problem-solving skills in GIS contexts. | Provide details on the project scope, your role, and how you overcame challenges. |
| How do you ensure the accuracy of meteorological data collection? | The interviewer wants to know your procedures for maintaining data integrity. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you give an example of how your analytical skills have benefited a previous project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What GIS software are you most comfortable using and why? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you approach supervising interns in a research environment? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What is your experience with remote sensing data processing? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a situation where you had to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you stay updated with advancements in GIS and meteorology? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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