Job Description
DATA OFFICER (GRADE NLC 7), THREE (3) POSTS - JOB REF:NLC/LAM/5/2023
Terms of Appointment
The appointment will be on a Permanent and Pensionable terms.
Personal Emolument for the position of Land Administration Officer
Basic Salary Scale : Kshs Min 40,000 – Max 70,000 Per month
House Allowance : Kshs. 16,500 Per month
Commuter Allowance : Kshs. 10,000 Per month
Leave Allowance : Kshs. 15,000 Per annum
Medical Cover : As provided by the Commission
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for the execution of data standards and guidelines and in user support to
enhance efficiency and effectiveness in processes and procedures. Additionally, the position provides
consolidation in the preparation and custody of geospatial data and information for the Commission
Duties and Responsibilities;
1. Supervises and coordinates field data collection
2. Preserves public land records
3. Administers retrieval of GIS data
4. Validates of metadata
5. Coordinates of public land data and information collection
6. Consolidates of verified parcel boundaries for dispute resolution
7. Carries out boundary identification exercises for inspection of compulsory acquisition
8. Carries out boundary markings for vesting of compulsorily acquired land
9. Coordinates of geo-referencing, digitizing and any other data conversion procedures
10. Performs coordinate transformation procedures
11. Coordinates processing of geospatial records from public institutions
12. Oversees the storage and archiving of geospatial records from public institutions
13. Conducts cataloguing of geospatial records
14. Organizes and correlates geodatabase for public land inventory
15. Maintains and updates data and information backup records
16. Designs map for internal and external use
17. Supervises plotting services
18. Services and maintains data collection and conversion equipment
19. Analysis GIS data to support decision making in survey and land administration in line with the
commission’s mandate.
20. Ensures quality control of geospatial records
21. Trains Trainers in GIS operationalization and application
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills):
Academic Qualifications;
Bachelor’s degree from a recognised institution in Geomatic Engineering, Geospatial Engineering,
Geo-Information Technology, Land Surveying and Photogrammetry, or equivalent qualification
from a recognised institution.
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies;
Graduate member of the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya.
Applicants must possess level of knowledge and skills in the following areas;
1. GIS skills
2. Remote sensing skills
3. Communication
4. Presentation skills
5. Problem solving skills
6. Analytical skills
7. Supervisory skills
8. Interpersonal skills
9. Organizational skills
10. Computing skills
11. Team leadership skills