Data Visualization and GIS Specialist

$80,000 - $100,000/Yr

Q2 Impact - Arlington, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Arlington, VA

About the position

Q2 Impact is seeking a qualified and passionate Data Visualization and GIS Specialist responsible for designing, implementing, and monitoring information management systems, data visualization, and GIS tools for global projects. The role involves supporting data collection initiatives, producing thematic maps, and providing visualization support for technical deliverables, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and insights.

Responsibilities

• Support project field teams in developing data collection tools for GIS and field surveys.
• Design and deliver training sessions on GIS design, data collection, and data storage for project field teams and stakeholders.
• Manage and manipulate geospatial data for performance analysis and reporting.
• Meet regularly with project staff for accurate and timely data analysis.
• Design, implement, and maintain GIS and other databases to manage MEL data.
• Create digital maps using geospatial data.
• Analyze spatial and non-spatial information to generate reports and custom maps for ongoing activities.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data quality, accuracy, consistency, and completeness, especially for GIS data.
• Design and develop visualizations, dashboards, and reports to communicate complex data insights to internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their requirements and develop data visualization solutions that meet their needs.
• Create and maintain documentation of data analysis and visualization processes, tools, and best practices.
• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and insights that can be used to inform decisions.
• Ensure data is accessible to USAID and implementing partner staff as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in computer science, information systems, or GIS-related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• At least three years of experience with a Master's, or five years with a Bachelor's.
• Demonstrated professional experience with GIS platforms, data science, data curation, and mobile data collection technologies.
• Experience contributing to USAID business development preferred.
• Previous experience with statistical tools like Excel, PowerBI, or Tableau.
• Strong skills in GIS software.
• Experience utilizing AI tools for data analysis and visualization preferred.
• Experience handling and processing non-standardized data.
• Familiarity with databases, scripting, and cloud services desired.
• Excellent research skills and attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Fluency in written and spoken English required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with statistical tools like Excel, PowerBI, or Tableau.
• Experience utilizing AI tools for data analysis and visualization preferred.
• Familiarity with databases, scripting, and cloud services desired.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance