National Institute of Urban Affairs invites applications for the following posts via direct recruitment:

Post Name: Urban Planner (GIS expertise)

Essential Qualification:

• Masters degree in Urban Planning or other related fields, with an understanding of sustainable development, spatial planning, public policy, etc

• Degree/ Diploma in Geographic Information System (GIS)/ Geo-informatics orequivalent from a recognized University /Institute

• Detailed understanding of central, state and local government data-sharing laws and processes

• Proficiency in the use of GIS and mapping software, including ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCADMap and open-source GIS tools is an advantage

• Candidate should have knowledge of using Satellite Imagery, and be proficient inthe use of GIS datasets

• Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with an ability towork in a multicultural environment

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Essential Work Experience: Minimum 5 years experience in similar kind of work as mentioned in Clause A.

Desirable:

• Experience of working with Central Govt/ State Govt/ National Urban Missions (SMART City, AMRUT, etc)/ Multilateral and bilateral organizations/ Local Bodies/ Resource centers/ NGOs/ Communities

• Experience in spatial planning, data management and integration with Web-GIS-based applications, will be an added advantage

• Experience of working on cadastral maps, land use layers, etc for planning purposeon GIS Platform

• Proficiency in spoken and written English A good command over Marathi and Hindi is desirable

For more details related to eligibility criteria, fee, pattern, annexure, place of posting etc. refer to the attachments below.