Job description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT @ MAMALAND
LOCATION: Malawi
POSITION: GIS SPECIALIST – AGROFORESTRY
PROJECT: MoRe Project – Forest Restoration and Sustainable Development
OVERVIEW
Mamaland, a Mota-Engil Group company, is dedicated to developing and maintaining sustainable systems through an inclusive approach that promotes prosperity for people and the planet.
The company is implementing the MoRe Project, a large-scale initiative expected to run for 40 years. The project aims to restore 555,000 hectares of degraded land in Malawi through reforestation, agroforestry and assisted natural regeneration, while promoting active community involvement.
Mamaland invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of GIS Specialist – Agroforestry, based in Lilongwe.
The successful candidate will transform complex spatial data into practical mapping products, analyses and decision-support information for environmental, forestry and carbon projects.
JOB TYPE: Full Time
Date Posted: Tuesday, 3rd November 2026
Application Deadline:Thursday, 19th November 2026
Duty Station: Lilongwe, Malawi
POSITION: GIS SPECIALIST – AGROFORESTRY
JOB SUMMARY
The GIS Specialist will manage geospatial databases, process satellite and drone imagery, conduct spatial analyses, develop digital data collection tools and support forest monitoring and Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV) systems.
The role will provide technical support for planning, monitoring, reporting and decision-making across Mamaland's agroforestry and forest restoration activities.
DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Geospatial Data Management and Analysis
Manage, structure and maintain geographic databases, including vector, raster, LiDAR and field observation data.
Ensure the quality, accuracy and reliability of spatial datasets.
Produce maps, spatial analyses and indicators to support planning, monitoring, reporting and decision-making.
2. Remote Sensing and Satellite Imagery
Process satellite imagery for land-use and land-cover classification.
Conduct forest monitoring, change detection, biomass assessment and environmental evaluations.
Apply machine learning and, where appropriate, deep learning techniques to satellite and drone imagery.
3. Drone and UAV Operations
Support Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) mission planning and data acquisition.
Process drone data to generate orthomosaics, digital models and point clouds.
Support the use of drone-based information in environmental and forestry projects.
4. Digital Field Data Collection
Design and maintain digital field data collection tools.
Work with Survey123 and other solutions within the ArcGIS ecosystem.
Support field teams in using digital tools to collect accurate and reliable information.
5. Forest Monitoring and Carbon Projects
Support forest inventories and Measurement, Reporting and Verification (MRV/dMRV) systems.
Provide geospatial information for forest restoration, agroforestry and carbon-related activities.
Develop spatial products to support project monitoring and environmental assessments.
6. Reporting, Training and Technical Support
Prepare technical reports, presentations, procedures and methodological documentation.
Train and support field teams and non-technical users.
Ensure GIS outputs are clearly understood and effectively used in operational activities.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Qualifications
Applicants must possess:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Geographic Engineering, Geomatics, Geography, Remote Sensing, Environmental Sciences, Forestry Engineering, Data Science, Computer Science or a related discipline.
Professional Experience
Relevant professional experience in GIS, remote sensing and geospatial analysis.
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience is preferred.
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online and QGIS, including geoprocessing, cartography and geographic database management.
Strong Python skills for data processing, automation and spatial analysis.
Practical experience with Google Earth Engine.
Knowledge of optical and radar imagery, classification methods, spectral indices, time-series analysis and results validation.
Experience in environmental, forestry, conservation, agriculture, carbon or land-management projects.
PREFERRED COMPETENCIES
The following will be added advantages:
Experience with Python programming.
Experience with Power BI, dashboards and integration between GIS and business intelligence tools.
Certified drone pilot status or proven drone operations experience.
Knowledge of LiDAR, point clouds and digital terrain/surface models.
Experience with carbon projects, MRV systems, forest inventories and biomass estimation.
LANGUAGE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Professional proficiency in written and spoken English.
Availability for regular travel to project sites and fieldwork locations.
A valid driving licence is required.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications through the official Mota-Engil careers portal.
APPLICATION LINK: https://careers.mota-engil.com/.../Lilongwe.../1456007033/
Closing Date:Thursday, 19th November 2026
Applicants are encouraged to review the official vacancy page and submit their applications before the deadline.