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.
Ministry of Urban Development and Construction (Ethiopia)
May 2014 – November 2015
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.
GIZ-S2RAI Ethiopia
July 2021 – August 2021
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.
Mathira Water and Sanitation Company (Kenya)
December 2018 – July 2019
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.
GIZ TC-Facility
September 2018 – November 2018
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.
Addis Ababa City Administration, Land Development and Management Bureau
Multiple phases (2018 – 2019)
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.
Ethiopian Roads Authority and World Bank
December 2012 – August 2013
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.
Save the Children Federation-US
February 2013 – March 2013