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Aman Kakkar

Paschim Vihar West Delhi,https://www.linkedin.com/in/aman-kakkar-6b054112b

Summary

GIS Coordinator with extensive experience in geospatial data management and analysis, training technical staff, and developing impactful geospatial solutions. Possessing a strong background in GIS and Remote Sensing, I have collaborated on high-profile projects such as the SWAMITVA project with the Survey of India and contributed to public health initiatives through COVID-19 containment zone mapping. In my current role, I have successfully managed geodatabases for demographic health surveillance sites, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for critical research. Recognized for excellence in teaching and content development, I am eager to bring my expertise to ESRI, leveraging my skills to drive innovation and add value to the organization. My long-term goals include continuous intellectual growth, deepening my understanding of advanced geospatial research, and advancing my career within the dynamic environment at ESRI.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

GIS Coordinator Level-B

Society for Applied Studies
New Delhi
04.2022 - Current

Managing and Analyzing Geospatial Data: Overseeing the development, management, and analysis of geospatial databases to support key project objectives and drive data-driven decision making.

Training and Quality Assurance: Leading the training of fieldworkers in survey methodologies and implementing rigorous quality control processes to ensure data accuracy and reliability.

Stakeholder Coordination and Community Engagement: Facilitating effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders at all levels, ensuring seamless project execution and fostering strong community relationships.

Project Fellow

Haryana Space Applications Centre
Hisar Haryana
04.2021 - 03.2022

Geodatabase Management: Prepared and managed comprehensive geospatial databases for the entire Sirsa district, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for various applications.

Technical Training and Implementation: Entrusted with training district-level government employees in spatial technologies, enhancing their technical capabilities and improving overall operational efficiency.

Survey of India Collaboration: Collaborated on the SWAMITVA project using ArcPro software, contributing to land ownership mapping and property validation initiatives.

COVID-19 Contaminant Zone Mapping: Prepared detailed maps to present contaminant zones during the COVID-19 pandemic, aiding in public health decision-making and resource allocation.

Faculty Assistant

Netra Institute of Geoinformatics Technologies and Management Foundation
Dwarka New Delhi
07.2020 - 03.2021

GIS & Remote Sensing Instruction: Taught GIS, Remote Sensing, and Digital Image Processing technologies to diploma and doctorate students, fostering advanced technical knowledge and skills.

Content Development: Created comprehensive and effective instructional content, ensuring clarity and engagement for a diverse student audience.

Recognized Excellence: Awarded "Master Performer" for outstanding contributions and exceptional performance in teaching and content development.

GIS Trainee

Defense Research and Development Organisation
North Delhi
12.2019 - 05.2020

• 6 months Dissertation at DTRL Lab in DRDO. Specifically researched on “An Analysis of Last 115 years of Rainfall Pattern of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh (1901-2015)”.

GIS Intern

India Meteorological Department
Lodhi Road South Delhi
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Worked as a GIS Intern for two months in IMD. Specifically researched on “An Analysis of Last 118 years of Temperature and Rainfall Patterns of Delhi (1901-2018)”. At the end produced a report citing plausible research recommendations.

Education

Master of Science - GIS And Remote Sensing

Amity University Noida
Noida
07-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Geography (Hons)

Swami Shraddhanand College University of Delhi
North Delhi
07-2018

Skills

  • Spatial Spatial Trend Specialist
  • GIS Quality Assurance
  • Image processing
  • Mobile GIS Applications
  • Land Use Planning
  • Network analysis
  • Geostatistical analysis
  • Team building
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving

Softwares

  • ESRI ArcGIS Suite: ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise
  • Remote Sensing and GIS Software: Erdas Imagine, QGIS, Geoserver, MapStore
  • Programming and Scripting: Python
  • Web GIS Platforms: Google Earth Engine

Timeline

GIS Coordinator Level-B

Society for Applied Studies
04.2022 - Current

Project Fellow

Haryana Space Applications Centre
04.2021 - 03.2022

Faculty Assistant

Netra Institute of Geoinformatics Technologies and Management Foundation
07.2020 - 03.2021

GIS Trainee

Defense Research and Development Organisation
12.2019 - 05.2020

GIS Intern

India Meteorological Department
06.2019 - 07.2019

Master of Science - GIS And Remote Sensing

Amity University Noida

Bachelor of Arts - Geography (Hons)

Swami Shraddhanand College University of Delhi
Aman Kakkar