Project Coordinator – GIS Officer (Forest & Environment)
Deadline: 24/03/2025
About Earthworm
With most of our staff operating directly on the ground where the issues are, we work with our mem-bers and partners to make value chains an engine of prosperity for communities and ecosystems.
We see a world where forests are a boundless source of materials and a home for biodiversity; com-munities see their rights respected and have opportunities to develop; workers are seen as productive partners, and agriculture becomes the instrument to feed a hungry planet and keep our climate stable
Your mission
As a Project Coordinator – GIS Officer, you will play a key role in providing technical expertise in geospatial analysis, remote sensing, and data management to support conservation and sustainable land-use initiatives across the Sabah and Southern Central Forest Spine Landscapes. Your work will drive decision-making by developing and maintaining spatial datasets, conducting landscape-level analyses, and producing high-quality maps and reports. While primarily a technical role, you will also provide field support when necessary to ensure accurate data collection and validation.
Lead GIS and remote sensing support for conservation and sustainable land-use planning
- Develop and manage geospatial databases to support biodiversity conservation, deforestation monitoring, and land-use planning
- Conduct remote sensing analysis to assess land cover changes, forest degradation, and habitat connectivity
- Create high-quality maps, models, and visualizations to support conservation strategies and stakeholder decision-making
- Support Human-Elephant Coexistence projects by mapping wildlife movement patterns and habitat corridors
- Utilize GIS to identify and monitor High Conservation Value (HCV) areas and contribute to biodiversity assessments.
Develop spatial analysis and decision-support tools
- Design and implement GIS workflows for deforestation monitoring, regenerative agriculture planning, and forest restoration tracking
- Conduct spatial modelling to assess land-use impacts and inform sustainable development strategies
- Automate GIS processes and data management for efficient geospatial analysis and reporting.
Provide field support and stakeholder engagement
- Support field teams in data collection, GPS mapping, and participatory community mapping initiatives
- Work closely with local communities, government agencies, NGOs, research institutions and agencies to integrate GIS solutions into conservation efforts
- Provide training and capacity-building sessions on GIS applications for environmental monitoring and land-use planning.
Your profile
We are looking for a Project Coordinator - GIS Officer with at least 2 years of experience in forest and environment conservation, and responsible sourcing. You are passionate about using geospatial technology for conservation and sustainable development. You enjoy working both independently and collaboratively, engaging with local communities, conservationists, and policymakers to develop data-driven solutions. Your strong analytical skills allow you to interpret spatial data effectively, and you are comfortable conducting fieldwork in remote and rural areas.
Your expertise in GIS and remote sensing empowers you to identify trends, assess environmental impacts, and contribute to meaningful conservation outcomes. You have a keen eye for detail in data analysis, a natural ability to communicate technical concepts, and the initiative to explore innovative solutions.
To be successful in this role, you bring proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS) and remote sensing tools; experience in conservation, land-use planning, or environmental monitoring; strong spatial analysis and data visualization skills; proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and English; and ability to conduct field surveys in challenging environments.
Working Conditions
- Education: Degree in relevant field related to GIS, environmental science, geography, forestry, natural resources management or others
- Experience:2 years minimum
- Language(s): English & Bahasa Malaysia
- Employment: Full-time, 2 years contract
- Start Date: ASAP
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Citizenship or valid work permit required)
Joining us
If you are in search of having a meaningful impact, with a desire to innovate and act for the environment, this offer is for you! The team you would join is truly committed to and passionate about finding concrete solutions to improve relationship between People and Nature.
At Earthworm, you will also discover diverse personalities, all determined to regenerate ecosystems.
If you are interested in this adventure, apply by sending your application (resume and cover letter) at [email protected] with the subject " PCGISS2025” followed by your name.
Your application will go into our resource pool. When the opportunity to call upon candidates for these roles arises, successful candidates will be contacted by email for an initial interview. Only candidates who send a full application will be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted.
Good Luck!