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Vicky I.

GIS Analyst | Geospatial Data Specialist | QGIS Expert

Nairobi, Kenya
$25 per hour
2 jobs
$53 total earnings

Hello, and welcome to my profile! I'm a Geospatial Information Science (GIS) professional with hands-on experience in spatial analysis, cartography, remote sensing, GPS data collection, and geospatial data management. I help organizations, researchers, engineering firms, NGOs, and environmental professionals transform spatial data into accurate maps and actionable insights. My professional background includes a GIS internship with Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen), where I worked on geospatial analysis, surveying, GPS data collection, and mapping. I also have experience in AI data annotation and quality evaluation through TELUS and RWS, strengthening my attention to detail and ability to work with complex datasets. My Services: * GIS Mapping (QGIS & ArcGIS) * Spatial Analysis * Cartography & Professional Map Design * Georeferencing * Digitizing Maps and Satellite Imagery * GPS Data Processing * Coordinate System & Projection Conversion * Spatial Data Cleaning and Quality Assurance * OpenStreetMap Editing * Environmental and Land Use Mapping * Research Maps for Academic Publications * GIS Data Visualization * Technical Report Writing Additional Services My background in academic research allows me to support clients with: * GIS maps for research projects and publications * Technical report writing * Spatial data interpretation * Research data organization * Document formatting and editing Why Work With Me? ✔ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills ✔ High attention to detail and data accuracy ✔ Clear communication throughout every project ✔ Timely delivery without compromising quality ✔ Commitment to producing professional, publication-ready work Whether you need a single map, spatial analysis for a project, or ongoing GIS support, I'm committed to delivering reliable, high-quality results that help you achieve your goals. Let's discuss your project and see how I can help.

Kevin M.

GIS & Remote Sensing Specialist | Cartographer | ArcGIS, QGIS, Web GIS

Nairobi, Kenya
$35 per hour
13 jobs
$20K+ total earnings

🔹 TURNING COMPLEX SPATIAL DATA INTO ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS AND HIGH-QUALITY MAPS I help individuals, organizations, governments, and businesses make smarter decisions using GIS, Remote Sensing, Cartography, and Web GIS solutions. With 8+ years of experience in spatial data analysis, web mapping, and geospatial automation, I partner with clients to deliver results that are on time, high-quality, and tailored to your objectives __________________________________________________________________________ WHAT I DELIVER ----📍 GIS ANALYSIS & MAPPING---- • ArcGIS, QGIS, ENVI, ERDAS • Land Use / Land Cover (LULC) classification • Change detection analysis (before–after comparisons) • Suitability & constraint mapping • Risk assessment maps (fire, flood, environmental, infrastructure) • Forest change analysis & environmental modeling • Zoning, planning & land-use maps • Environmental impact assessment (EIA) maps • Advanced spatial analysis models (MCDA, terrain, proximity, hydrology) • Clean, well-documented GIS datasets (shapefiles, GeoPackages, GeoTIFFs) • Clear documentation and reusable project files and templates ---- 🌍 WEB GIS & INTERACTIVE MAPPING---- • Mapbox, Leaflet, OpenLayers, Cesium, Three.js • MapStore, ArcGIS Online, GeoNode • Interactive dashboards and spatial data portals ---- 📊 REMOTE SENSING & IMAGE ANALYSIS---- • Supervised & unsupervised classification • Change detection using Landsat, Sentinel, and commercial imagery • Vegetation and water indices analysis (NDVI, EVI, NDWI) • Object-Based Image Analysis (OBIA) • Time-series & trend analysis • Machine Learning & Deep Learning for image classification (CNN, TensorFlow) • Accuracy assessment reports (confusion matrix) • Burn severity & environmental impact mapping ---- 🧰 AUTOMATION & SPATIAL DATABASES---- • Python, PostGIS, SQL, FME • ETL pipelines, workflow automation, reporting ---- 🎨 CARTOGRAPHIC DESIGN & MAP PRODUCTION---- • Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop • AutoCAD Civil 3D • Custom cartographic styling • Map series & atlases • Layouts following cartographic standards • Export packages for print & digital use • Branding alignment (colors, fonts, legends) • Publication-quality cartographic layouts ---- 📱 MOBILE DATA COLLECTION---- • ArcGIS Field Maps, Survey123, QField, Fulcrum __________________________________________________________________________ 💼 MY PROCESS 1️⃣ Discovery – Understand your goals, data sources, and requirements 2️⃣ Technical Assessment – Review data and recommend the optimal approach 3️⃣ Development & Testing – Build solutions with regular updates and previews 4️⃣ Delivery & Training – Polished outputs with documentation and training 5️⃣ Support – Ongoing revisions and post-delivery assistance __________________________________________________________________________ 🛠️ TECHNICAL EXPERTISE • GIS Software: ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, ERDAS Imagine, ENVI, Global Mapper, AutoCAD, RStudio • Programming: Python (ArcPy, GeoPandas, Rasterio, GDAL), JavaScript, C#, SQL • Web GIS Stack: GeoServer, MapProxy, PostGIS, OpenLayers, Leaflet, Mapbox, React, Vue.js, Angular • Machine Learning: TensorFlow, Scikit-learn (land cover classification, feature extraction) • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure • Data Formats: Shapefile, GeoJSON, GeoTIFF, KML, WMS, WFS, REST APIs • Automation Tools: FME, Python scripting, ModelBuilder __________________________________________________________________________ My approach is simple: understand your objectives, apply the right spatial methods, and deliver results you can trust. Let’s discuss your project. Send me your requirements, timeline, and reference materials, and I’ll provide a clear proposal within 24 hours.

Ian O.

Data Analytics/SQL/Data Extraction/Automation/Virtual Assistant

Nairobi, Kenya
$8 per hour
2 jobs
$1K+ total earnings

I’m a detail-oriented Data Analyst with a background in Actuarial Science and hands-on experience in data cleaning, extraction (ETL), and analysis across telecom, financial, and geospatial projects. I’m passionate about turning raw, complex data into clear, actionable insights that help businesses and organizations make informed decisions. 💼 What I Do Best Data Extraction & Cleaning: Skilled in transforming messy, unstructured datasets into clean, well-organized formats ready for analysis. Data Analysis & Reporting: Use SQL, Excel, and Python to extract trends, generate insights, and support operational and investigative decision-making. ETL & Automation: Experienced in building efficient data workflows for cleaning, validation, and integration across systems. Data Annotation & Labeling: Worked on the Nearmap Roof Geometry Project at CloudFactory, annotating geospatial imagery for AI model training. Risk & Compliance Analytics: At Safaricom PLC, I extract and analyze customer data to support law enforcement investigations while ensuring data integrity and regulatory compliance.

Kiptoo E.

Geospatial Engineer | Land Surveying | Civil 3D | GIS Automation | BIM

Nairobi, Kenya
$12 per hour
74 jobs
$10K+ total earnings

🌍 I help engineering firms, surveying companies, infrastructure organizations, and technology teams transform survey data, CAD drawings, GIS datasets, LiDAR point clouds, and 3D models into accurate engineering deliverables and intelligent geospatial solutions. I specialize in combining: ✓ Geospatial Engineering ✓ Land Surveying Workflows ✓ AutoCAD Civil 3D ✓ GIS Automation ✓ LiDAR & Point Cloud Processing ✓ BIM / IFC Data Integration ✓ Remote Sensing ✓ Custom Geospatial Software Development My goal is simple: turn complex spatial data into reliable, automated, and production-ready solutions. 🏗️ Civil Engineering & Land Surveying I support surveying and engineering workflows including: ✓ AutoCAD and Civil 3D drafting ✓ Survey data processing and preparation ✓ Coordinate systems and transformations ✓ Topographic mapping ✓ Surface and terrain modelling ✓ Contour generation ✓ Boundary and cadastral mapping ✓ Parcel mapping ✓ Engineering drawings and spatial deliverables ✓ CAD-to-GIS conversion workflows I understand the importance of survey accuracy, coordinate integrity, and engineering standards when preparing technical deliverables. 📡 LiDAR & Point Cloud Processing I work with 3D spatial datasets to generate accurate terrain and engineering products: ✓ LiDAR point cloud processing ✓ Point cloud classification ✓ Ground/non-ground filtering ✓ Digital Elevation Models (DEM) ✓ Digital Surface Models (DSM) ✓ Terrain analysis ✓ 3D visualization ✓ Elevation extraction ✓ Surface generation for engineering applications I integrate point cloud workflows across GIS, CAD, and 3D environments. 🗺️ GIS & Spatial Data Engineering I develop professional GIS solutions using: ✓ ArcGIS Pro / ArcMap ✓ QGIS ✓ GRASS GIS ✓ Google Earth Engine Capabilities include: ✓ Spatial analysis and geoprocessing ✓ Parcel and cadastral mapping ✓ Infrastructure and utility mapping ✓ Raster and vector processing ✓ Geodatabase design ✓ Data validation and quality control ✓ Professional cartographic production ✓ Location intelligence workflows ⚙️ GIS Automation & Programming I build automated workflows that reduce repetitive processing and improve project efficiency. My development stack includes: ✓ Python ✓ ArcPy ✓ PyQGIS ✓ GeoPandas ✓ GDAL ✓ Shapely ✓ Rasterio ✓ SQL Automation examples: ✓ Batch GIS processing workflows ✓ Custom GIS scripts and tools ✓ Spatial ETL pipelines ✓ Automated map production ✓ CAD/GIS data conversion ✓ Large-scale spatial analysis 🏢 BIM, 3D Modeling & Digital Twins I bridge the gap between BIM, CAD, and geospatial systems. Experience includes: ✓ IFC model processing ✓ BIM data extraction ✓ 3D model visualization ✓ BIM-to-GIS integration ✓ Web-based BIM viewers ✓ Digital twin workflows ✓ 3D spatial databases ✓ Interactive engineering visualization I combine engineering models with geospatial intelligence to create modern spatial applications. 🛰️ Remote Sensing & Earth Observation I process satellite and aerial datasets for environmental and engineering applications: ✓ Sentinel and Landsat imagery ✓ Google Earth Engine workflows ✓ Image classification ✓ Feature extraction ✓ Change detection ✓ Terrain analysis ✓ Orthophoto processing ✓ Large-scale raster analysis 💻 Software & Technology Stack GIS ✓ ArcGIS Pro ✓ QGIS ✓ GRASS GIS ✓ Google Earth Engine CAD / Engineering ✓ AutoCAD ✓ Civil 3D ✓ Survey Workflows ✓ Surface Modeling ✓ CAD-GIS Integration BIM / 3D ✓ IFC ✓ BIM Data Processing ✓ Three.js ✓ Web 3D Visualization Programming ✓ Python ✓ JavaScript / TypeScript ✓ C# / .NET ✓ SQL Geospatial Libraries ✓ ArcPy ✓ PyQGIS ✓ GeoPandas ✓ GDAL ✓ Shapely ⭐ Why Clients Work With Me ✓ Unique combination of GIS, surveying, civil engineering, and software development skills ✓ Ability to work across CAD, GIS, LiDAR, BIM, and programming environments ✓ Strong understanding of coordinate systems, spatial accuracy, and engineering data quality ✓ Experience building automated and scalable geospatial workflows ✓ Focus on clear communication, reliable delivery, and production-ready results Whether you need survey processing, Civil 3D support, GIS automation, LiDAR analysis, BIM integration, remote sensing, or a custom geospatial application, I can help transform your spatial data into actionable solutions. Let's discuss how I can support your project.

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