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ORGANIZATION: GREENSTAND

  • 18 people are interested
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GIS Analyst

Commitment:

24-months

Role Overview:

Greenstand is seeking a talented and committed GIS Analyst to support the collection, analysis, and visualization of geospatial data across our health, agriculture, and energy-related projects. This role is critical to helping our teams make data-driven decisions that support sustainability, equity, and development goals. The GIS Analyst will work closely with internal teams and external partners to ensure spatial data is accurate, accessible, and effectively utilized.

Compensation:

Volunteer, until otherwise funded

Reports to:

Senior Engineer

Collaborates with:

Capture matching Automation team and other Engineering Teams

Roadmap & Project Overview:

Greenstand Roadmap

Greenstand Project

AREAS of RESPONSIBILITY

  • Collect, analyze, and interpret geospatial data from diverse sources including remote sensing, field surveys, and open repositories.
  • Maintain and manage spatial databases with high standards of accuracy and integrity.
  • Conduct spatial analysis to identify patterns, inform decision-making, and support project design and monitoring.
  • Create high-quality visualizations, maps, and reports to effectively communicate geospatial insights.
  • Provide GIS technical support to project teams and contribute to proposal development and technical documentation.
  • Lead or support field data collection efforts using GPS/GIS tools when required.
  • Stay informed on new GIS tools and trends, integrating innovation into our data workflows.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

  • Strong proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS).
  • Solid understanding of geospatial concepts, mapping standards, and analytical techniques.
  • Excellent data management, analysis, and visualization skills.
  • Ability to synthesize and communicate complex spatial information to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with GPS tools and field data collection methodologies.
  • Experience working in interdisciplinary teams, especially within the health, agriculture, or energy sectors.
  • Experience using remote sensing data and basic programming skills (Python or R) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with development frameworks or methodologies is an added advantage.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Environmental Science, GIS, or a related field.
  • At least two years of hands-on experience in GIS analysis.
  • A postgraduate degree in a relevant field is preferred.
  • Experience in the development sector or with donor-funded projects is a bonus.
  • Ability to work independently, manage tasks, and deliver on deadlines.

    Welcome to Greenstand!

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Greenstand and for expressing your willingness to contribute as a product designer. We truly appreciate your enthusiasm for our cause and your desire to make a difference.As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with our team, gain valuable experience, and make a positive impact on the environment.

    Next Steps...
    Step 1: Complete Our Volunteer Registration Form: Tell us about your skills, goals, and volunteer expectations. - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEmwekGZ5tcc5sVhsgMDf-KEDBMtZYoCYAmxyxrOPv5w0WKA/viewform
    Step 2: Join Greenstand Slack: Introduce yourself in the #community-intros channel and indicate the specific role you are interested in. We can’t wait to meet you! - https://join.slack.com/t/ greenstand/shared_invite/zt- 2uvjbmkea- zI8BRhwsAUZp0PQz1Knk~w
    Step 3: Schedule Your Orientation: Wait for a Volunteer Onboarding Coordinator who will help you get involved in the community!We look forward to making the world a greener place with you!

    Sincerely,
    The Greenstand Team

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About GREENSTAND

Location:

721 Depot Drive, ANCHORAGE, AK 99501, US

Mission Statement

Greenstand is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization developing open-source technology to address climate change and alleviate poverty through digitizing environmental goods and services. We are made up of about 505 contributors across the globe. Our Treetracker app verifies and tracks individual trees, thus creating transparency in the reforestation sphere. Organizations and donors can locate individual trees and trade their ecological impact. By facilitating ownership of trees and their ecological services, Greenstand allows for tree-growing organizations to stay accountable.

Description

Greenstand develops mobile technology for better forestation techniques. Through our Treetracker app, rural smallholder farmers in some of the most remote communities on the planet are able to earn a sustainable income by planting, caring for, and tracking trees. Each tree grower takes a geotagged photo of their tree and uploads it to the Treetracker’s verification system, where Greenstanders verify that each photographed tree is alive and growing. Verified trees are digitized as Impact Tokens, which can be traded or sold among other Impact Wallet users within the Treetracker app.

Nasiyan was one of our first Treetracker. A single mother living with extreme visual and hearing impairments, she could barely afford to keep food on the table for herself and her three sons. However, since she began growing and tracking trees with Greenstand, her life has been looking up. Her young forest has become a small biodiversity hotspot, and with the income she has earned from tracking trees, she can now afford to send her boys to school.

Are you interested in helping us fight climate change and extreme poverty? We’re interested in you! Please check out our open opportunities or shoot us an email at info@greenstand.org. We can’t wait to hear from you!

CAUSE AREAS

Computers & Technology
Environment
Computers & Technology, Environment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.

SKILLS

  • Software Engineering
  • Software Development

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

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