{"id":9182,"date":"2026-04-01T20:00:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T17:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/valga.ee\/?p=9182"},"modified":"2026-04-01T20:01:05","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T17:01:05","slug":"valga-vallavalitsus-otsib-oma-meeskonda-ruumiandmete-spetsialisti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/valga.ee\/en\/valga-vallavalitsus-otsib-oma-meeskonda-ruumiandmete-spetsialisti\/","title":{"rendered":"Valga Municipal Government is looking for a spatial data specialist to join their team"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Valga Municipality is looking for a motivated and qualified spatial data specialist to join its team to help the municipality make better use of the geographic information needed to support public services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your role is..<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>.As a spatial data specialist, to collect, analyse and manage spatial data, applying them to improve various public services and solve spatial problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your role is..<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmark-list\">\n<li>Collection, management, and mapping of spatial data.;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>conducting geospatial analyses to improve public services;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consideration in developing spatial data strategies and policies;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>technical support for various officials in the use of spatial data;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cooperation with other institutions and partners in the field of space data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We expect you to:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bachelor's degree in a related field (geography, geoinformatics, spatial analysis, etc);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work experience in spatial data analysis and utilisation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is your understanding of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) software and tools (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creation and coordination of web applications used as work tools;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We can work independently and participate in teamwork;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good communication skills in Estonian and, if necessary, English.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You will benefit from:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Master's degree in a related field;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work experience in the public sector or its field;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>programming skills (e.g. Python, R);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>experience in spatial data visualisation and public sector service development.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We offer you:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-checkmark-list\">\n<li>exciting and responsible work in guiding the spatial development of the municipality;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the chance to put your ideas into practice and influence the future of your municipality;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a stable salary and 35 calendar days of annual leave;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>flexible working hours and the possibility to work part-time;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>training and development opportunities;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fun activities and a supportive team.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If the offer appeals to you, apply now..<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>..application, CV, cover letter and copies of educational documents, consent for background check and other documents you deem necessary to submit, by no later than <br><strong>19 April 2026<\/strong> to the e-mail address\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:valga@valga.ee\">valga@valga.ee<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More information:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"wp-rich-text-font-awesome-icon wp-font-awesome-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" data-prefix=\"fas\" data-icon=\"user\" class=\"svg-inline--fa fa-user\" role=\"img\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M224 256A128 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