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Jane Maina

@janemaina2

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Senior GIS and Remote Sensing Specialist delivering scalable geospatial solutions.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek senior GIS roles delivering large-scale geospatial projects with opportunities to lead teams, standardize workflows, and apply remote sensing and automation.

I am a senior GIS and Remote Sensing Specialist with over 16 years delivering data-driven spatial solutions across energy, aviation, urban planning, and environmental sectors. I combine hands-on remote sensing, LiDAR and UAV experience with spatial database management and automated data pipelines.

My technical toolkit includes ArcGIS, QGIS, ENVI, Google Earth Engine, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, Python and SQL, which I use to build reproducible workflows, streamline GIS processes, and produce high-quality maps and spatial analyses. I have led national and regional projects, standardizing GIS workflows and centralizing geospatial data to reduce duplication and improve access.

I have managed ICAO-compliant obstacle mapping for major airports, supported emergency infrastructure planning, and led quality control for countrywide utility mapping. My work emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance, and clear communication with stakeholders to support decision-making.

I am a practiced project manager, trainer and collaborator who authors technical reports and proposals, mentors teams, and implements data governance and automation to deliver timely, actionable geospatial insights.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

GIS Specialist

Current

Azimath Company Ltd

Sep 2014 - Present (11 years 1 month)

Led development and standardization of GIS workflows, built and maintained PostGIS and ArcGIS geodatabases, and automated spatial data pipelines using Python to improve project delivery and reduce processing time across infrastructure and environmental projects.

ArcGIS QGIS PostGIS Python SQL LiDAR Photogrammetry Google Earth Engine Remote Sensing GIS Automation

Data Annotator

RWS Group

Aug 2025 - Oct 2025 (2 months)

Labelled and categorized imagery, video, audio, and text from satellite, aerial, drone, and LiDAR sources following strict annotation guidelines to produce high-quality datasets for AI model training.

Data Labeling LiDAR Quality Control Attention To Detail Annotations QA

Project Manager

Independent Consultant

Mar 2025 - Jun 2025 (3 months)

Led obstacle mapping projects for multiple international airports delivering ICAO-compliant obstacle limitation surfaces using DGPS, terrestrial LiDAR, and photogrammetry while coordinating stakeholders and regulatory compliance.

Project Management DGPS LiDAR Photogrammetry Obstacle Mapping Stakeholder Engagement CAD GIS

GIS & CAD Expert

Independent Consultant

Nov 2022 - May 2024 (1 year 6 months)

Delivered GIS analysis, LiDAR processing, photogrammetry, and digital mapping for feasibility and construction projects including geothermal and airport maintenance surveys, producing DEMs, orthomosaics, and CAD/GIS deliverables.

LiDAR Photogrammetry DEM DSM Generation Orthomosaic CAD GIS Remote Sensing Report Writing

Quality Control Manager

Kenya Power

Apr 2015 - Dec 2018 (3 years 8 months)

Managed national GIS data verification for the Last Mile Connectivity Project, mapping low-voltage networks and informal settlements to identify illegal connections and ensure data quality across field collection teams.

Data Verification Quality Control GIS Data Training Project Management

GIS Technician

Kenya Electricity Generating Company

Nov 2010 - Oct 2014 (3 years 11 months)

Produced and maintained geodatabases and shapefiles for Olkaria geothermal infrastructure, conducted field surveys with GPS/Total Station, and performed GIS and geophysical analyses to support reservoir assessment and infrastructure siting.

ArcGIS Geodatabases GPS Spatial Analysis Metadata Management

Assistant Land Surveyor

Kenya Electricity Generating Company

Dec 2008 - Oct 2010 (1 year 10 months)

Collected precise field survey data using RTK GPS and total station, conducted annual leveling for power stations and dams, and prepared cadastral survey plans to protect company land and support regulatory approvals.

RTK GPS Benchmarking Field Data Collection Drafting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi

Master of Science, Geographic Information Systems

Completed a Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems in September 2024 focused on advanced geospatial analysis and remote sensing applications.

Technical University of Kenya

Bachelor of Technology, Geo-Information Technology

Grade: Second Class Upper

Completed a Bachelor of Technology in Geo-Information Technology with Second Class Upper honours, awarded December 2014 focusing on geospatial data acquisition and analysis.