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VIDA

Software enabling companies to identify and monitor climate risks and impact opportunities.

Geospatial Data Scientist – Energy Access

Location

Kenya

Posted

44 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Postgraduate Degree3 yrs expEnglishPythonSQL

Job Description

Geospatial Data Scientist – Energy Access

VIDA

• You apply VIDA’s spatial analysis tools and prepare our software for real-life projects, energy access planning • You improve, automate, and extend our workflows with Python and SQL scripting. • You explore, pre-process, and integrate new datasets and map layers into the VIDA software. • You explore and implement new spatial data analysis methods, for example, by using Machine Learning methods and sector-specific modelling frameworks. • You ensure clear documentation, reporting, and communication across all project phases. • You ensure project outputs (VIDA software products and reports) meet technical quality standards and are accessible to end-users. • You interact with our international project partners and clients, and prepare/present your work in reports and presentations. • You facilitate workshops, trainings, and meetings to ensure alignment and adoption of project outcomes. • You contribute GIS-based analytical work specifically for energy access projects in developing countries, translating geospatial insights into practical planning recommendations.

Job Requirements

  • Master’s degree (M.Sc.) or equivalent qualification in energy/engineering/science with a focus on spatial data analysis.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in geospatial data analysis with knowledge of data structures, algorithms, tools, and the fundamentals of statistics and mathematics underlying data science.
  • Minimum 1-2 years of professional experience in energy access projects, especially in developing countries, with experience in topics such as rural electrification, least-cost electrification, mini-grid viability, SHS, and related planning approaches.
  • Proven Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analytical experience specifically applied to energy access.
  • Proficiency in Python for geospatial data analysis (e.g. geopandas, shapely, rasterio, gdal).
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Experience with writing technical reports around geospatial data analyses.
  • Fluency in English (oral and written).

Benefits

  • 500€ educational budget per year that you can use for any kind of learning resource
  • 500€ setup budget for any equipment of your choice
  • 28 vacation days + public holidays in your country of residence
  • Participation in our VSOP program: At VIDA, all team members are included in our VSOP program, ensuring everyone shares in our success.
  • Fully remote working & flexibility: We're strong advocates of autonomy and flexibility. We allow you to determine when and where you get your stuff done most effectively.
  • Tech & tools: We understand the importance of having the right tools to empower your work and will provide you with the latest technology and tools.

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