GIS Analyst and Data Scientist

A geospatial data expert leveraging GIS, remote sensing, and machine learning to solve environmental, urban, and agricultural challenges. I transform complex geospatial data into actionable insights for impactful decision-making.

4+ Years Experience
6+ Projects
12+ Technologies
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About Me

A little more about my journey

As a GIS Analyst and Data Scientist, I bring a unique blend of geospatial expertise and data science skills to tackle complex problems. My background in Geospatial Information Science from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology fuels my passion for using advanced GIS, remote sensing, and machine learning techniques to address real-world challenges. I thrive on extracting meaningful insights from geospatial data, shaping effective strategies for diverse sectors like urban planning, environmental conservation, and agriculture. I am committed to utilizing my skills to make a tangible difference.

Clean Code Advocate
Team Collaborator
Problem Solver

Experience

GIS Intern

Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) • May 2025 - Present

I support spatial data management and mapping of Kenya's road networks, contributing to GIS-based infrastructure planning and analysis.

GIS Specialist (Contract)

Renaissance (Contract under KISIP) • Jan 2025 - April 2025

I mapped informal settlements across Kenya for KISIP urban development projects, conducting spatial data collection, cleaning, analysis, and visualization.

Research Assistant

Geotech Mapping Solutions • May 2024 - Dec 2024

I engaged in detailed mapping projects and geospatial data analysis, supporting interpretation and presentation of geographic data.

Attaché (Internship)

Drone Research Group (DRG), JKUAT • May 2023 - Aug 2023

I conducted drone data collection and image processing, gaining experience in photogrammetry, mapping, and environmental monitoring.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Geospatial Information Science

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) • 2020 - 2024

Skills & Technologies

The tools and technologies I work with

Python
R
JavaScript
SQL
HTML/CSS
Leaflet
Google Earth Engine
OpenLayers
PostGIS
Git
ArcGIS
QGIS

Featured Projects

Some of my recent work

Smart Emergency Response Routing

I developed a smart routing system to optimize emergency response in urban areas, winning 1st place at the Kilimani PropTech Hackathon 2024.

PythonMachine Learning

Impact of Urbanization on Wildlife Connectivity

I analyzed habitat fragmentation and corridor disruption using satellite imagery and resistance modeling, achieving 2nd place at the Mjini Hackathon 2024.

Remote SensingSpatial AnalysisGoogle Earth Engine

Crop Type Classification with Satellite Imagery

I utilized multi-temporal satellite indices and machine learning to classify tea and coffee farms for the Kenya Space Agency x Star Vision project.

Remote SensingMachine LearningPython

Mapping Informal Settlements

I mapped settlement growth and land-use patterns for the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP) to support urban planning efforts.

GISRemote SensingQGIS

Mapping Land Parcels for Kisumu–Malaba SGR Corridor

I supported land acquisition efforts through parcel digitization and field validation for the Kisumu–Malaba SGR Corridor project.

GISArcGIS

Quality Checking Road Survey Data

I verified the spatial accuracy and consistency of data collected for the Londiani–Fort Ternan Road under KeNHA.

GISQGIS

Let's Work Together

I'm always interested in new opportunities and exciting projects. If you have a question or just want to say hi, I'll get back to you!

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