The African Wildlife Foundation seeks a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern for a part-time, 3 month position with the AWF Spatial Analysis Laboratory. The GIS
Intern will provide support in several areas including data acquisition and editing, development and management of the AWF GIS web page, and development of KML files for GoogleEarth.
Major responsibilities
The position would focus on generating and integrating spatial data to abet characterization of conservation targets and threats and documentation of AWF’s conservation impact. Responsibilities include:
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Digitize features (roads, streams, infrastructure, settlements) from satellite imagery via Google Earth and GIS software;
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Generate detailed map products for priority intervention areas to support field operations;
 Generate content and help manage the incipient GIS web page serving tools, maps, and GIS development resources to AWF staff and partners.
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Develop compelling KMLs profiling AWF’s conservation work on GoogleEarth.
More sophisticated work could be provided commensurate with skills and experience.
Qualifications
The successful applicant will have completed GIS coursework towards a Bachelors or
Masters degree. Exposure to subjects relating to conservation, natural resources management, or international development is preferred. Basic knowledge of ESRI
ArcView 3.x or ArcGIS 9.x is essential; Google Earth KML and map production experience preferred. Applicant should possess strong technical skills and be able to deliver products on a timely basis while working independently.
Salary and Benefits
$10/hour at 15 hour or less a week. No benefits are included with this position.
Contact
David Williams, Director-Conservation Geography
African Wildlife Foundation
1400 Sixteenth Street, N.W., Suite 120
Washington, D.C. 20036
Tel: 202 939 3323
Fax: 202 939 3332 dwilliams@awf.org www.awf.org