Silver Mukiibi
Kampala,102
Summary
Geomatics and GIS student with practical experience in surveying, mapping, and geospatial analysis across field and office environments. Comfortable working with spatial data from collection through to processing and interpretation, supporting engineering, land, and environmental applications.
Overview
5
5
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Officer
The SHIELD Project
Kampala
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Supported geospatial health insurance project for vulnerable urban communities using spatial analysis, mapping, and data management to enhance service delivery
- Cleaned, validated, processed household survey and GPS datasets to enable accurate analysis and informed decision-making
- Produced thematic maps, statistical visualizations, and spatial outputs to facilitate project interpretation and improve stakeholder reporting
- Built a final Signup web app and Statistics summary dashboard for community members to create and join Community-based Health Insurance schemes in their respective residential areas
Projects Coordinator
Makerere Association of Surveying Students
04.2025 - 04.2026
- Led planning and logistics for field exposure visits to infrastructure and development projects to enhance practical industry learning
- Coordinated technical trainings and professional exposure programs for surveying students, enhancing their practical skills and academic engagement
- Organized inter-university events and leadership transition functions, fostering collaboration and networking among students
- Worked with student leaders, university stakeholders, and external partners to support smooth execution of association programs
- Coordinated outreach and fundraising initiatives, supporting community causes through charity activities and enhancing association visibility
Surveying and GIS Intern
Scapes and Surveys Associates
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Executed cadastral and engineering survey projects, enhancing accuracy through control extension, topographic mapping, and parcel mapping.
- Facilitated land adjudication projects for Uganda Land Commission, contributing to boundary opening, parcel demarcation, and field print preparation for certificate of title processing.
- Collected and analyzed geographic data for various projects.
- Assisted in creating detailed maps using GIS software tools.
- Conducted field surveys to gather spatial information and validate data accuracy.
Vice President, Outgoing Global Volunteer (OGV)
AIESEC in Makerere University
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Led Outgoing Global Volunteer function within local chapter, overseeing operations and driving exchange growth activities
- · Worked with local and national AIESEC leadership to implement organizational strategies and chapter initiatives
- · Coordinated recruitment, training, and performance support for team members
- · Coordinated exchange processes with international AIESEC entities to support participant matching and experience delivery
Education
Bachelor of Land Surveying and Geomatics -
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
Kampala Uganda01-2028
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
NAMILYANGO COLLEGE
Kampala, Uganda01-2022
Uganda Certificate of Education -
NAMILYANGO COLLEGE
Kampala, Uganda01-2019
Skills
- Geospatial data management
- Data analysis
- Programming and backend development
- Research
- Computer Aided Design
- Innovation and leadership
- Reliability and dependability
Certification
- GIS for Climate Action, Esri Training;
Explored how GIS supports climate resilience, sustainability planning, and environmental decision-making using the geographic approach. - Going Places with Spatial Analysis ESRI Training;
Esri Training, Developed an understanding of spatial thinking and how location-based analysis supports decision-making across real-world problems. - Certificate of Completion in Software Development Foundations, Kanzu Code Foundation;
Gained a comprehensive understanding of the software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing, and deployment. - Python Fullstack Development, CIPSD, Makerere University;
Developed practical skills in Python programming, problem-solving, and software design through hands-on training. - Introduction to Digital Earth Africa Sandbox, Digital Earth Africa;
Developed foundational skills in Earth observation and the use of satellite data for environmental monitoring and decision-making across Africa. - Certificate of Completion in Python Programming and HTML, CodeHub; Uganda, Learned the basics of Python programming, including variables, data types, loops, conditionals, and error handling.
- Humanitarian Use of OSM Data, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team;
Gained practical experience working with OpenStreetMap data for mapping, analysis, and spatial decision support. - ChatMap for Trash Mapping , Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team;
Gained practical experience in community-based environmental mapping, including collection, validation, and visualization of waste-related geospatial data. - Introduction to Open Mapping , Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team ;
Developed foundational skills in collaborative digital mapping, OpenStreetMap editing, and open geospatial data collection. - AutoCAD Civil 3D ,Big Solutions Group;
Developed practical skills in surface modelling, topographic profiling, parcel layout design, and Civil 3D workflows for land development projects. - GIS Training using ArcGIS ,Big Solutions Group;
Developed practical skills in spatial data collection, geospatial analysis, map production, and GIS workflows using ArcGIS applications.
References
- Dr. Ivan Bamweyana, Senior Lecturer - Makerere University, +256 782 180 350, ivanson5@gmail.com
- Mr. Arthur Akanga, Senior Photogrammetrist, Dept of Surveys and Mapping, +256 782 388 113, arthur.akanga@mlhud.go.ug
Associations
- Makerere University Association of Surveying Students
- Institution of Surveyors of Uganda - Student Member
- Namilyango College Old Boys Association (NACOBA)
- AIESEC in Uganda
- Olemwa Sports Club
- GeoYouthMappers - Makerere University
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Technical Officer
The SHIELD Project
02.2026 - 05.2026
Surveying and GIS Intern
Scapes and Surveys Associates
05.2025 - 07.2025
Projects Coordinator
Makerere Association of Surveying Students
04.2025 - 04.2026
Vice President, Outgoing Global Volunteer (OGV)
AIESEC in Makerere University
02.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Land Surveying and Geomatics -
MAKERERE UNIVERSITY
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education -
NAMILYANGO COLLEGE
Uganda Certificate of Education -
NAMILYANGO COLLEGE