caroline Rugendo
@carolinerugendo
GIS & Earth Observation Specialist turning spatial data into decision-ready maps, analysis, and training.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a GIS & Earth Observation Specialist and Remote Sensing Analyst with strong experience in spatial data analysis, cadastral surveying, and geospatial database management. I work across land administration, utilities, and research projects to produce clear, decision-support outputs.
I’m highly proficient in QGIS and open-source GIS ecosystems, and I deliver mapping, data visualization, and spatial solutions end to end. I integrate field survey data into GIS workflows to improve accuracy and help stakeholders act on reliable information.
Since 2023, I’ve been providing private GIS consulting, including QGIS-based spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization for clients. I also train users on QGIS for spatial data handling and cartographic production, and I build spatial databases using PostgreSQL/PostGIS.
Earlier, I supported GIS and land information systems at the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, assisted cadastral mapping, digitized spatial data, and gained end-to-end workflow experience. I also contributed to utility mapping at Kenya Power & Lighting Company and conducted field data collection and ground truthing at KALRO (Kabete).
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
GIS Consultant
Self-Employed
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Delivered QGIS-based spatial analysis, mapping, and data visualization solutions, building open-source GIS workflows to complement proprietary systems. Trained clients on QGIS and developed PostgreSQL/PostGIS spatial databases for efficient storage and decision-support outputs.
GIS & Survey Intern
Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Supported cadastral mapping and land information systems using GIS tools, assisting boundary surveys and beacon establishment. Digitized spatial data and contributed to cartographic map production while gaining end-to-end experience across GIS and cadastral workflows.
GIS Analyst / Survey Assistant
Kenya Power and Lighting Company
Oct 2019 - Dec 2019 (2 months)
Collected and analyzed spatial data to support utility network mapping and infrastructure planning. Updated GIS datasets and produced maps and spatial reports for operational use.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Post Graduate Diploma, Technical and Vocational Education
2022 - 2023
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Technical and Vocational Education at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Geospatial Information Science & Remote Sensing
2015 - 2018
Grade: Second Class Honors (Upper Division)
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Geospatial Information Science & Remote Sensing from Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
St Marys Girls High School Igoji
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2011 - 2014
Grade: A-
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at St Marys Girls High School Igoji.
Bright Rose Academy Kirach
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2011 - 2014
Grade: B+
Completed Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) at Bright Rose Academy Kirach.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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