Geospatial GIS Developer & Analyst

Pelumi Egbeniran

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Geospatial Developer

Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc

My role as a Geospatial Developer in the GIS Department involves supporting enterprise- wide spatial data needs, with a focus on improving the reliability, planning, and operational efficiency of the electricity distribution network. I work closely with departments such as Network Planning, Asset Management, and Operations to deliver spatial insights and tools that guide data-driven decision-making. My key responsibilities include: 01/2025 – present

Ibadan, Nigeria

•Developing, updating, and maintaining GIS databases and mapping applications to support network operations, infrastructure planning, and asset tracking.

•Design and develop custom geospatial applications and toolboxes to automate network mapping, feeder analysis, and outage monitoring workflows.

•Analysing spatial data and performing advanced geospatial modelling to inform network optimisation, infrastructure expansion, and risk assessment strategies.

•Build and maintain interactive web-based geospatial dashboards (using Python and GIS APIs) for visualising electricity distribution assets and performance metrics.

•Develop predictive spatial models for infrastructure expansion, network optimisation, and risk assessment using machine learning and geostatistical methods. Research & Insights Associate (Contract)

POV

•Conducted desktop and ecosystem research across Nigerian, Kenyan, Rwandan, Ghanaian, and other African markets, synthesising findings into clear, founder-facing insights to support ecosystem-building and investor facilitation initiatives. 04/2026 – 09/2026

Remote

•Built and maintained a suite of production-ready Market Entry Pack (MEP) web applications for seven African markets (Ghana, Rwanda, Kenya, Nigeria, DRC, Ethiopia, South Africa ) using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Supabase and other AI tools.

•Converted static research documents into fully interactive microsites featuring sector deep dives, case studies, a searchable glossary, funding landscape overviews, and market entry readiness scorecards.

•Supported the preparation of market entry packs, strategic briefs, and presentations used to guide founder decision-making, drawing on a top-performing market as a quality benchmark to resolve inconsistencies across builds.

•Authored a comprehensive handover document covering platform access, technical architecture, and operational checklists to ensure continuity across the MEP suite at contract completion.

Research Associate

Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Rausser College of Natural Resources, UC Berkeley (PI: Leila Njee Bugha).

My role as the Research Associate involved coordinating the Nigeria-based activities for the study titled "Spatial Mismatch and Employment in West African Cities." My key responsibilities include:

12/2024 – 06/2025

Remote

•Developed Python scripts to clean, validate, and preprocess large-scale survey datasets, ensuring data quality and accuracy for statistical analysis.

•Applied Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib) for exploratory data analysis, visualisation, and regression modelling to generate insights on urban spatial and socioeconomic patterns.

•Automated repetitive research workflows such as data merging, geospatial processing, and statistical reporting using Python and SQL, which reduced analysis time and improved reproducibility of results.

•Supervising fieldwork and supporting backend data analysis, drafting technical reports and contributing to final project insights for academic and development use with the Principal Investigator.

Data & Product Analyst

Carima

As a Product Analyst at Carima Africa, I was responsible for a range of duties that combined data analysis with product management. My key responsibilities were: 11/2023 – 11/2024

Remote

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•Data Analysis and Reporting: Performed in-depth data analysis, generating actionable insights and developing dashboards to inform strategic decision-making.

•Product Development: Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and prioritise features, aligning with business objectives and customer needs.

•Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Analyzed market trends and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities and guide product enhancements.

•Project Management: Managed product lifecycles from conception to launch, leveraging project management tools to ensure timely delivery and cross-functional coordination.

•Technical Writing and Documentation: Created detailed technical documentation, including process flows and business requirements, to streamline development and operational processes.

Geospatial Data Analyst (AERONAUTICAL CHART SERVICES) Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA)

My Primary Duties while working in this department include; 04/2022 – 01/2023

Abuja, Nigeria

•Production of En-route charts for effective Airspace Management for Civil and Military Airspace users.

•I developed and maintained geospatial databases for air navigation and surveillance systems, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of critical aviation data.

•Regularly conducting spatial analysis and modelling to identify and assess air traffic risks, contributing to the enhancement of aviation safety and efficiency.

•Created and updated aeronautical charts and maps, providing pilots with essential information for safe navigation.

•Provided technical support to NAMA personnel on using GIS software and applications. Data Analyst & Quality Assurance Personnel

RoadPeppers Technologies (lara.ng)

My primary duty was to review the accuracy of data collected by field agents, build an accurate road/trip fare for the organization system and ensure all data and information were correct.

10/2019 – 06/2020

Remote

Key Achievements:

•In record time, I coordinated the gathering and processing of transit data of the largest West African city- Ibadan.

•I developed new processes and tools for data collection and processing which increased overall work efficiency.

•I Improved field mapping operations with skilled data interpretation and results analysis using various statistical techniques.

•I Optimized statistical quality by developing databases, collection systems, and analytics and also developed useful business intelligence systems and tools, including designing databases and spreadsheets.

SKILLS

Programming Languages

Python, SQL, R, PostgreSQL/PostGIS

Data Visualization & Analysis Tools

Microsoft Office, AI Tools, PowerBI, several GIS software & tools. Soft Skills

Report Writing, Research, Project Management, Effective communication, Time Management & Organisation, Adaptability & Flexibility.

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Technology, Remote Sensing & Geographic Information Systems Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria.

11/2015 – 10/2021

Data Analytics Professional Certification

Google x Coursera

05/2022 – 01/2023

Spatial Data Science

ESRI

06/2021

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