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NOBUHLE MATANGA, B.Sc. - Geog., PG-GIS21 Almond Street, St. Catharines, ON L2T 1K1

Tel: (289) 241 7627, Email: nobuhlematanga@gmail.com, Website: http://nobuhlematanga.wix.com/portfolio-

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

I am an entry level Geographer and GIS Professional with a passion for geography, GIS, developmental studies

and urban planning. I have 5 years of academic experience applying geographic and GIS technology, in

addition to a year of invaluable experience working as a temporary GIS Consultant on the Fonthill CemeteryMapping Project Phase 1.

I am a highly focused individual, a quick learner and easily adaptable to on the job training. I also have

excellent interpersonal and communication skills. I am currently seeking employment with an organization

offering growth and development opportunities.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Post Graduate Certificate June 2013

Geographic Information Sciences Geospatial Management

Niagara College; Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario

Bachelor of ScienceJune 2012Physical Geography

Queen's University; Kingston, Ontario

RELEVANT SKILLS

A strong foundation in cartography andmapping experience with a variety of

information sources, tools, and geospatial

technologies.

A strong understanding of spatialanalysis/model building, geostatistical

and geospatial visualization techniques

Experience with designing, creating,populating, querying, manipulating, andadministrating databases and tables in

both desktop and enterprise

environments.

Experience designing and implementinggeodatabases.

Experience with customizing ArcGISapplications and extending existing GIS

functionalities using VB .NET and VBA.

Able to develop, customize, andimplement web mapping applications of

different GIS functionalities. Progressive experience in Sales and

technical support knowhow.

Mastery of word processing and a WPMaverage of 80.

Proficient in: ArcGIS 9.x/10.x (ArcInfo version; ArcMap, ArcCatalog, ArcToolbox; Model Builder; Spatial

Analyst, 3D Analyst, Geostatistical Analyst), AutoCAD, Manifold, MapInfo, Terragen 2, SketchUp. Microsoft

Office, SQL server. Handheld GPS (GeoExplorer 2005), Total Station (Nikon DTM 302 Series), Microsoft Visual

Basic, Microsoft Visual Studio, Google Maps API, Google Fusion Tables, ArcGIS Server, HTML, CSS, JavaScript,

XML, SQL, DOM

WORK EXPERIENCE

GIS Consultant (Temp) October 2012-June 2013

Fonthill Cemetery Mapping Phase1 for the Town of Pelham

Worked with a GIS team that was responsible for the creation of a File Geodatabase, Access Databaseas well as interactive online map and webpage the Town of Pelhams Fonthill Cemetery.

The team also established corresponding standards and composed documentation for theaforementioned deliverables.

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NOBUHLE MATANGA, B.Sc. - Geog., PG-GIS21 Almond Street, St. Catharines, ON L2T 1K1

Tel: (289) 241 7627, Email: nobuhlematanga@gmail.com, Website: http://nobuhlematanga.wix.com/portfolio-

The final components of this project were two Total Station surveys, conducted in order to assess thebusiness feasibility of expanding the current cemetery. The findings of the surveys coupled with a

budget analysis were provided to the Town.

Telesales Representative June 2012 August 2012

Telesolutions International

Was responsible for outbound calling and customer support Became one of the leading telesales representative in my department within 3 weeks

Library Technician (Work Study) September 2011-May 2012

Queens University Maps, Data & Government Information Centre

Was responsible for data entry, clerical, cataloguing and student assistance services. Managed and updated databases. Carried out data modeling and organization.

Academic Support September 2008 May 2011

Queens University, Health, Counseling and Disability Services

Provided academic assistance to quadriplegic personal.

Acted as a liaison between the client and the client`s academic instructors. Acted as a Scribe. Provided academic assistance.

Personal Care Attendant September 2008- May 2011

James McNutt

Assisted the client with personal care activities. Ensured maintenance of a clean, comfortable and healthy environment for the client. Demonstrated excellent customer relations with client.

Lab Technician/Research Assistant (Summer) May 2007- September 2011

University of Manitoba, Animal Science Department

Obtained an Animal Care Certification in order to work in this position. Worked closely with graduate students, providing animal care, maintenance and research assistant

services.

Carried out lab work regarding colorimeter energy concentration determination, dry matterconcentration determination, fat concentration determination, and amino acid concentration

determination.

Community Coordinator (Summer) July 2005- September 2006

Independent Living Resource Center,

Delivered Internet training sessions for the public or other interested individuals. Researched and developed Web sites for Cap-YIs initiative and activities. Organized information fairs and special events. Provided technical support to the Cap sites.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

African & Caribbean Students' Association (ACSA) - Queen's University 2007 - 2012

Manitoba Council for International Cooperation 2006 -2007

Southern African Association Manitoba 2006 - 2007

Church of the Rock 2004 - 2007

Folk Arts Council of Winnipeg 2004 - 2005

References Available Upon Request