Eddly Joel

Cartographer | GIS Specialist | Urban & Town Planner

Port Moresby, PNG.

About

A seasoned Cartographer and GIS Specialist with over a decade of experience across both private and government sectors, specializing in advanced spatial data generation, analysis, mapping, and management. Proven expertise in urban and town planning, leveraging GIS to develop critical policies, reports, and plans that drive national development and environmental sustainability.

Work

National Capital District Commission

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Planner GIS

Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea

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Summary

Spearheaded strategic urban planning initiatives for the National Capital District Commission, integrating advanced GIS methodologies to drive critical land use and development projects.

Highlights

Directed the production of the NCD Zoning Plan 2024, providing a strategic framework for future urban development and land allocation.

Managed the 9 Mile Settlement to Suburb Closure Program and NCD DCDB Cadastral update in 2025, ensuring accurate land records and facilitating urban expansion.

Led NCD Zoning 2024-2025 updates and 8/9 Mile Landuse mapping, contributing to comprehensive urban development plans.

Oversaw the Gerehu Mini Commercial Center Landuse and Baruni Landfill Consolidation projects, optimizing land utilization and infrastructure development.

Executed the TPO update 2025 and NCD Mangrove Cover Change mapping from 2010-2025, supporting environmental conservation and regulatory compliance.

National Capital District Commission

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GIS Officer

Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea

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Summary

Managed and executed comprehensive GIS operations for the National Capital District Commission, specializing in spatial data generation, analysis, and mapping to support urban development and policy formulation.

Highlights

Developed and updated critical urban planning policies including Fencing Policy, Tree Protection Order (TPO) Policy, and Liklik Stoa Policy, utilizing GIS for spatial analysis.

Led NCD Landuse Mapping and NCD Settlements Map initiatives in 2018, providing foundational data for urban development and resource management.

Conducted detailed NCD Flooding and Catchment analysis to inform infrastructure planning and disaster mitigation strategies.

Executed comprehensive mapping projects for NCD Markets, NCD Marine Zoning, and NCD Zoning updates, enhancing city-wide spatial data accuracy and accessibility.

Performed Billboard Surveys to support regulatory compliance and urban aesthetic planning across the National Capital District.

Douglas Environmental Services

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Cartographer

Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea

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Summary

Provided expert cartographic services and spatial analysis for environmental projects, contributing to critical feasibility reports and social mapping initiatives.

Highlights

Produced a comprehensive feasibility report and maps for the Yonki to Lae Power Project, supporting strategic infrastructure development.

Conducted social mapping for Elk 1 & Elk 2, NBP Palm Oil EIA, Stanley Gas Project EIA, Wariawaria Social Mapping & EIA, and Edevu Hydro Project, facilitating community engagement and impact assessments.

Developed detailed maps and spatial data for various environmental impact assessments (EIAs), ensuring accurate representation of project areas and potential impacts.

Leveraged cartographic expertise to visualize complex environmental data, aiding in informed decision-making for large-scale projects.

Education

PNG University of Technology

Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea
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Bachelor Cartography

PNG University of Technology

Lae, Morobe Province, Papua New Guinea
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Diploma Cartography

Kila Kila Secondary School

Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea
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Grade 12 Certificate General Studies

Kila Kila Secondary School

Port Moresby, NCD, Papua New Guinea
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Grade 10 Certificate General Studies

Languages

English

Skills

GIS & Cartography

Spatial Data Analysis, Mapping, Cartography, GIS Software, Remote Sensing, Data Management, Cadastral Updates, Landuse Mapping, Marine Zoning, Flood & Catchment Analysis.

Planning & Policy Development

Urban Planning, Town Planning, Policy Formulation, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Social Mapping, Zoning Plans, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Feasibility Studies.

Interests

Reading

Non-fiction books.

Skill Development

Improving GIS skills.

Documentaries

Watching documentaries.

Travel

Exploring new places.

Networking

Making new friends.

References

Mr. Willie Kilamanu

(Acting) Manager – City Data, National Capital District Commission, P.O. Box 7270, Boroko, NCD, Ph: (675) 325 4711

Ms. Kemo Pepena

Advisor, Engineering & Regulatory Services, National Capital District Commission, P.O. Box 7270, Boroko, NCD, Ph: (675) 325 4711

Eddly Joel