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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many GIS Consultant jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 41 GIS Consultant jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a GIS Consultant do?

  Geographic information systems (GIS) analysts map and model geographic and geospatial information. They convert technical information like soil density and properties into digital representations of it for the usage of engineers, governments and stakeholders.

  Tasks required include:

  • Studies society and the manner in which people behave and impact upon the world.
  • Undertakes research across the humanities that furthers understanding of human culture and creativity.
  • Traces the evolution of word and language forms, compares grammatical structures and analyses the relationships between ancient, parent and modern languages.
  • Identifies, compiles and analyses economic, demographic, legal, political, social and other data to address research objectives.
  • Administers questionnaires, carries out interviews, organises focus groups and implements other social research tools.
  • Undertakes analyses of data, presents results of research to sponsors, the media and other interested organisations.
  • Addresses conferences and publishes articles detailing the methodology and results of research undertaken.

• What are the entry requirements for a GIS Consultant?

  Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Postgraduate qualifications may be required for some jobs.