Project

Project 1

Land Administration and Capacity Building

Scope: PGS conducted a comprehensive assessment of the technical and managerial competencies of land administration staff in various urban agencies. The project included delivering gap-filling training programs and certifying successful candidates through a national competence center.

Impact: The project enhanced the capabilities of land administration professionals, equipping them to manage urban land resources effectively and meet sector requirements.

Client

Ministry of Urban Development and Construction (Ethiopia)

Duration

May 2014 – November 2015

Status
100%
Project 2

GIS Training Using QGIS Software

Scope: Delivered GIS training to professionals working on agricultural investment monitoring. The training covered database management, land registration, and participatory resource management using QGIS and PostgreSQL/PostGIS.

Impact: Strengthened the capacity of agricultural institutions in Amhara and Gambella regions to utilize GIS for sustainable resource management and policy implementation.

Client

GIZ-S2RAI Ethiopia

Duration

July 2021 – August 2021

Status
100%
Project 3

Establishment and Commissioning of a GIS Unit for Water and Sanitation

Scope: PGS supported the establishment of a GIS unit, including data acquisition, geospatial analysis, and the development of thematic maps. The company also trained staff and facilitated satellite imagery procurement.

Impact: Enabled the client to enhance water and sanitation management through advanced geospatial tools, improving service delivery and resource allocation.

Client

Mathira Water and Sanitation Company (Kenya)

Duration

December 2018 – July 2019

Status
100%
Project 4

Development of Smartphone Application for Natural Resource Data Collection

Scope: Designed a mobile application to capture geospatial data on natural resources in Afar and Somali regions. The system enabled data aggregation and analysis for better resource management and planning.

Impact: Empowered local authorities to monitor natural resources and make informed decisions on rangeland management and conservation efforts.

Client

GIZ TC-Facility

Duration

September 2018 – November 2018

Status
100%
Project 5

Supply of ArcGIS Software and Training (Phases 1 and 2)

Scope: Delivered and installed ArcGIS Desktop and Server software, configured the systems, and trained professionals in GIS operations. Organized study tours to showcase best practices in GIS implementation.

Impact: Enhanced the bureau’s capacity to utilize GIS for urban land management and planning, fostering more efficient and informed decision-making processes.

Client

Addis Ababa City Administration, Land Development and Management Bureau

Duration

Multiple phases (2018 – 2019)

Status
100%
Project 6

Ethiopian Roads Information Management System Development

Scope: Developed a web-based, GIS-enabled road information management system with modules for road management, project monitoring, and GIS analysis.

Impact: Improved infrastructure planning and maintenance by integrating real-time data management and geospatial analytics.

Client

Ethiopian Roads Authority and World Bank

Duration

December 2012 – August 2013

Status
100%
Project 7

Pastoral Livelihood Implementation Mapping

Scope: Organized geospatial data and produced maps showing activity areas for livelihood programs, enabling more targeted intervention.

Impact: Enhanced the effectiveness of Save the Children’s programs in supporting vulnerable pastoral communities.

Client

Save the Children Federation-US

Duration

February 2013 – March 2013

Status
100%