The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) is a public entity under the National Department of Science and Innovation (DSI). SANSA has a mandate to drive the promotion and use of space and cooperation in space-related activities. To achieve this mandate, the Agency fosters research in space science and technology, advances space engineering programmes, and supports the creation of an environment conducive to industrial development in space technologies within the framework of national government policy. More information about the organization can be found at http:\/\/www.sansa.org.za
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\nThe following opportunity exists at the Earth Observation programme situated in Pretoria, Gauteng to be filled by an individual with the relevant skills, drive, competencies, qualifications and who puts the interests of the nation first, has a commercial mind-set, thinks like our customers, knowledge driven and people centric.<\/p>\n
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Job Title: Remote Sensing Technologist<\/strong> Job Summary:<\/strong> Key performance areas for the successful candidate will include \u2022Data Processing and Data Product Creation \u2022Project Management \u2022Remote Sensing Technological Innovation \u2022 Stakeholder Support and Human Capital Development.<\/p>\n Key job activities include \u2022the creation of geo-information products based on client requirements using remote sensing expertise and software knowledge, \u2022 creation and deployment of value-added products based on research and development outputs (from proof-of-concept to production) \u2022 converting SANSA\u2019s archive of satellite data into ARD (Analysis Ready Data) products \u2022 producing high Requirements: <\/strong>
\nLocation:<\/strong> Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
\nReference #:<\/strong> RST01
\nContract Type:<\/strong> Permanent
\nSalary:<\/strong> Market Related<\/p>\n
\nThe successful candidate will be expected to utilize newly developed image processing techniques for processing satellite images, produce value added products and services, be familiar with project management principals, and support and demonstrate the use of Earth observation data and derived value-added products to clients. In relation to the latter, a key area of focus of the position is supporting Government\u2019s District Development Model (DDM) through the demonstration and uptake of Earth observation derived products and services to develop the capability of and support local government in their decision-making processes.<\/p>\n
\nquality demonstration use cases \u2022 providing technical advice and assistance to clients \/ users on the appropriate use of Earth observations \u2022 writing and producing technical articles and reports on the use of remote sensing for broad consumption \u2022 preparing project plans for identified projects, inclusive of project scope, timeframes, resourcing and budgetary requirements \u2022coordinating project implementation and, liaising with key stakeholders at all levels of seniority.<\/p>\n
\nThe ideal candidate will have: \u2022Minimum BSc Honours Degree in Remote Sensing or Geography or Geomatics (NQF Level 8) \u2022 an MSc or PhD would be highly advantageous \u2022 3 to 5 years\u2019 experience in remote sensing, GIS, and research \u2022 More than 5 years\u2019 experience would be highly advantageous \u2022 Software knowledge-ERDAS Imagine, ArcGIS & QGIS, Python will be an added advantage \u2022 Solid report writing and compilation experience is compulsory \u2022 Good knowledge of IT and MS Office packages.
\nA successful candidate should have advanced analysis and problem-solving skills, exercise good judgement in making decisions, be reliable, have excellent communication and writing skills, be a self-starter who demonstrates independence and actively pursues opportunities for learning and self-development. Excellent computer, oral and written communication together with planning skills and advanced technical knowledge are essential competencies.<\/p>\n