Njavwa Simwanza

Experience

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  Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team

  Jun 2021 - Jan 2023

  Volunteer Remote Mapper
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  Kitwe City Council

  Feb 2022 - Nov 2022

  Planning Intern

  -Created a GIS database and processed applications for mobile money booths in Kitwe- Assist in the processing of zoning and project permits, verifying information against established standards to make accurate approval or denial judgements- Update GIS database detailing information about land use, population and other factors important for planning decisions - Utilizes GIS software to make decisions- Inspect sites to asses validity and feasibility of submitted development plans- Assist in the creation of graphic or narrative reports on land use data based on land area maps overlaid with geographic variables. Show less

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  Lusaka City Council

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2022

  Field Data Collector

  - Collected field data with mobile topographer and open data kit (ODK)- Contributed towards the development of a GIS database for mobile booths, carwash, containers, and billboards in the City of Lusaka.- Stayed on top of daily workload with speed and efficiency- Kept data secure and followed proper procedures for uploading and transmitting information.- Transferred written information into databases to maintain consistent, accurate client and project details.

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  Kabwe Municipal Council

  Nov 2022 - Dec 2022

  Planning Inspector
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  Zambezi Diamond Construction

  Oct 2023 - now

  Planning Officer