Research Consultant (Urban and Regional Planning)

Job description

The Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Division (PEMRD) of the Center for Environmental and Geographic Information Services (CEGIS) invites applications from qualified, competent and motivated young professionals on a full-time contractual basis. The selected candidates will be engaged in multidisciplinary teams undertaking Feasibility Studies, Environmental Studies (IEE, EIA, ESIA etc.), Engineering and Planning Studies, Survey Activities, Land Acquisition and Resettlement Planning, and other technical assignments related to Solar Parks, Gas Transmission Pipelines, Electricity Transmission Lines, Heavy Industrial Facilities, Power and Energy Infrastructure, and other development projects.

Employment conditions: Full-time, contractual. Initial contract duration 6 (six) months, extension subject to project requirements and satisfactory performance. Salary negotiable. Duty station: CEGIS, Dhaka, with frequent field visits to project locations (including occasional weekends) as required.

How to apply: submit an updated and detailed CV (relevant experience, projects, technical competencies, software proficiency, research experience and publications) and a cover letter to [email protected]. Candidates must clearly mention their expected monthly salary (in BDT) in their CV or cover letter; applications without it may not be considered. Email subject line: "Application for Research Consultant - URP". Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; assessment may include a written examination, practical assessment, technical interview and/or presentation. The authority reserves the right to reject all or any application.

Responsibilities

• Conduct GIS-based spatial analysis and prepare thematic maps for Feasibility Studies and infrastructure development projects
• Prepare Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) maps using satellite imagery and GIS/Remote Sensing techniques
• Prepare project location maps, pipeline alignment maps, land use maps, administrative maps and other spatial outputs
• Supervise and coordinate topographic surveys, route alignment surveys and other field survey activities
• Review and verify survey data, maps, longitudinal profiles, cross-sectional profiles and other survey deliverables
• Coordinate with survey teams and ensure quality and accuracy of survey data and outputs
• Contribute to preparation of Land Acquisition Plans (LAP), land use assessments and related planning documents
• Assist in preparation of Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) and other social and land acquisition documents where required
• Contribute to Feasibility Studies, EIA/ESIA reports, technical reports and other project deliverables

Requirements

• B.Sc. in Urban and Regional Planning (URP) from a reputed university
• M.Sc. in Urban and Regional Planning or a relevant discipline preferred
• Preferably 1-3 years of experience in feasibility studies, infrastructure planning, master planning, environmental and social studies, land acquisition or survey assignments
• Practical experience in GIS and Remote Sensing applications, spatial analysis and thematic map preparation
• Experience in topographic and route alignment surveys, drone-based (UAV) surveys and spatial data processing
• Experience preparing Land Acquisition Plans (LAP), Resettlement Action Plans (RAP) or other land-related planning documents
• Working knowledge of ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Google Earth Engine (GEE) and AutoCAD
• Ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary professional teams
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Good communication, coordination and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical writing skills with close attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines
• Good proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Willingness to undertake frequent field visits to remote project locations, including occasional weekends

Benefits

• Initial six-month contract with possible extension
• Exposure to multidisciplinary energy and infrastructure projects

Skills

• ArcGIS Pro
• AutoCAD
• GIS
• Google Earth Engine
• QGIS
• Remote Sensing