Spatial Analyst - Associate/Senior Associate

Think City Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on urban policy-making is seeking a Spatial Analyst (Associate/Senior Associate). The role involves solving urban challenges using data analysis and GIS tools. Candidates will manage projects, contribute to data R&D, and support evidence-based decision-making.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates welcomed for Associate position.
• 4-5 years experience for Senior Associate required.
• Strong research, analytical, and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Performing geospatial analysis and synthesizing findings.
• Supporting and developing urban data platform.
• Conducting fieldwork and engaging with communities.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Data visualisation

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Degree in geospatial science, geoinformatics, or computer science

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python

R

Job description

Spatial Analyst - Associate/Senior Associate

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The Strategy & Analytics (S&A) team focuses on generating evidence-based insights to guide urban policy-making, providing input into decision-making for cities at the strategic as well as tactical levels. We work to pioneer innovative ways of analysing, visualising and narrating urban issues for the development of strategies and interventions. Our projects include baseline studies, policy/strategy development and analysis, strategic master planning, and the development of a data analytics platform.
As a Senior Associate or Associate (Spatial Analyst) in Think City’s S&A team, you will be responsible for solving urban problems using data. This includes supporting and developing Think City’s Urban Data Platform, project management, business development and data R&D. The candidate should be able to offer strategic insights based on analysis of complex datasets (e.g. social, economic, environmental, climate) using Geographical Information System (GIS) and must be proficient in ArcGIS and/or QGIS. Proficiency in programming language such as Python and R for statistical analysis and data manipulation would be preferred.

Responsibilities include

Performing geospatial analysis in an urban- and climate-related domain

Using analytical and statistical skills to process, understand, and visualise data

Generating insights that inform evidence-based urban policy and strategy for diverse stakeholders (government, private sector, communities)

Synthesising and communicating findings to relevant stakeholders via written reports and presentations

Assisting team members in other tasks including project management, administration, business development, and research and innovation

Conducting fieldwork – e.g., on-ground data collection and community engagement

Degree or equivalent in geospatial science, geoinformatics, computer science (with geospatial solution experiences) and related fields

Advanced skills in GIS software (ArcGIS and/or QGIS), working knowledge on Python/R programming language on spatial data analysis would be preferred.

Minimum years of experience

Associate: Fresh graduates welcomed

Senior Associate: Typically 4-5 years of work experience

Type of Experience

Highly-motivated and willing to learn and work using a holistic approach and in a diverse multi-disciplinary team

Interest in a role in a “think and do tank” focused on urban issues and aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals

Strong research, analytical, and logical thinking skills

Strong oral and written communication skills in English with a minimum working knowledge of Bahasa Malaysia

Possess an intellectual curiosity and ability to adapt and be flexible

Possess good planning, organising, facilitation, and interpersonal skills

Critical and analytical thinking

Problem solving

Agile team player

Willingness to learn

Technical Knowledge and Skills

ArcGIS

QGIS

Python/R programming language

Project management

Data science and visualisation

Statistics

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