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Professional Learning Programme: IT Systems Development
AfriGIS seeks a dynamic and results-driven IT Systems Development to join our team.
Introduction
AfriGIS is looking for ambitious, young individuals passionate about technology to participate in an IT Systems Development Professional Learning Programme. The Professional Learning Programme is based in Gauteng and offers valuable work experience & a qualification aligned and registered on the National Qualifications Framework (SAQA ID: 1043; Practicing NQF 5).
Requirements
In order to apply you must be:
- A South African citizen
- Presently unemployed
- Between the ages of 18 and 35 years
- Have a valid matric certificate and obtained 60% or more in the subjects below:
- Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy)
- English
- A vibrant personality with strong interpersonal skills
- A positive attitude towards learning and work
Data Unit Manager
AfriGIS seeks a dynamic and results-driven Data Unit Manager to join our team.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Computer Science, Data Science or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in data management, data science or a similar role, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.
- Background in AI model development, machine learning, and predictive analytics.
- Proficiency in programming languages (Python, R, SQL) for data processing and automation.
- Extensive experience in data cleaning and data mining principles.
- Strong background in data analysis, visualisation, and predictive modelling.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex spatial data to non-technical stakeholders.
Intermediate Database Administrator (DBA), Contract Position
AfriGIS seeks a dynamic and results-driven Database Administrator to join our team.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 3 - 5 years of experience administering Microsoft SQL Server and/or PostgreSQL.
- Certification in Microsoft SQL Server (e.g., MCSA/MCSE) or PostgreSQL (e.g., EDB PostgreSQL Associate).
- Strong working knowledge of:
- T-SQL and/or PL/pgSQL.
- Expertise in backup/restore strategies and disaster recovery planning.
- Proficiency with query performance analysis tools.
Data Specialist
AfriGIS seeks a dynamic and results-driven Data Specialist to join our team.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Geoinformatics, Geospatial Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of experience in GIS, spatial data management, or a similar role
- Extensive experience with one or more GIS software tools (QGIS, MapInfo, ArcGIS) and spatial databases (PostGIS, SQL Server and Oracle).
- Deep knowledge of datasets, such as deeds and cadastre.
- Proficiency in SQL for spatial data processing and automation.
- Experience in machine learning and AI applications in geospatial analytics.
- Strong background in geospatial data analysis, visualisation, and predictive modelling.
- Geological classification map styling knowledge to ensure correct data visualisation.