VASCO RONALD OGUZUA
Winnipeg,Canada
Summary
Accomplished Systems Analyst and GIS Specialist with over 20 years of experience in asset management, transportation, infrastructure, emergency management, and environmental compliance across diverse sectors, including public, utilities, energy, and international organizations. Proven ability to analyze complex systems and translate business requirements into GIS-enabled solutions that optimize asset data workflows and enhance enterprise decision-making. Renowned for strategic thinking, data governance, stakeholder engagement, risk management, adaptability, and leadership skills. Expertly bridges technical and non-technical teams to deliver reliable, scalable, and compliant GIS and asset information systems within stringent deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
GIS Specialist / Systems Support Analyst
Shared Health – Emergency & Continuity Planning, Manitoba
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Supported enterprise emergency and asset-related systems by maintaining high-quality spatial data used for healthcare infrastructure, critical assets, and continuity planning.
- Designed and maintained ArcGIS Online and Enterprise GIS resources, improving data accessibility, reliability, and governance for internal stakeholders.
- Built web maps, dashboards, and Experience Builder applications integrating infrastructure, population vulnerability, and service accessibility data.
- Conducted spatial and network analysis to evaluate healthcare access under multiple emergency scenarios, directly informing executive decision-making.
- Provided real-time GIS and systems support during emergencies, ensuring operational continuity and data accuracy.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, emergency responders, and planners, translating technical GIS outputs into clear, actionable insights.
- Key Skills Demonstrated: systems analysis, data governance, risk management, collaboration, decision support, adaptability.
GIS / Data Specialist (Contract)
City of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Supported municipal asset and infrastructure systems by collecting, analyzing, and maintaining spatial datasets across transportation, planning, and tourism.
- Published and managed enterprise GIS services (map, feature, geoprocessing) using ArcGIS Server and Portal.
- Developed public-facing GIS applications to enhance transparency, service delivery, and community engagement.
- Provided technical support and training, improving GIS literacy and operational efficiency across departments.
- Proposed innovative, data-driven solutions to optimize transportation and tourism infrastructure planning.
- Key Skills Demonstrated: business analysis, customer focus, system optimization, communication, innovation.
GIS Specialist / Environmental Systems Analyst
United Nations – MONUSCO, Goma, DR Congo
12.2016 - 06.2023
- Led enterprise GIS operations supporting mission planning, logistics, infrastructure, and environmental compliance in a high-risk environment.
- Designed and maintained multi-user geodatabases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL), ensuring data integrity, security, and availability.
- Conducted environmental and infrastructure compliance analyses for military and operational sites.
- Implemented field data collection systems (Survey123, Field Maps) to improve asset and site reporting accuracy.
- Provided quality assurance, governance oversight, and capacity building for multidisciplinary teams and partners.
- Key Skills Demonstrated: leadership, governance, risk assessment, resilience, systems thinking.
GIS Data Analyst – Asset Management
Chevron North America – Oil & Gas, Bakersfield, CA
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported pipeline and asset integrity systems through GIS-based field data collection and defect analysis.
- Integrated GPS, spatial, and asset data to support regulatory compliance and operational planning.
- Managed spatial databases (MySQL) and optimized GIS workflows to improve efficiency and data reliability.
- Acted as a technical liaison between engineering, operations, and compliance teams.
- Key Skills Demonstrated: asset lifecycle support, compliance, analytical thinking, cross-functional collaboration.
Education
Certificate - Programme Management (Adaptive Monitoring & Evaluation)
University of Cape Town
Post-Graduate Certificate - GIS Applications Specialist
Sir Sandford Fleming College
ONM.A. - Natural Resources Management
University of Windsor
B.Sc. - Physical Geography
National University of Lesotho
Skills
- GIS: ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Enterprise, QGIS, Survey123, Field Maps, KoboToolbox
- Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Microsoft Access
- Analytics & BI: Power BI, Dashboards, SPSS, Systat
- Other: UAV Image Processing, Intrepid, Microsoft Office, Visio
- Systems & QA: LoadRunner, HP Quality Center, IBM Rational ClearCase
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent)
French (Basic)
Interests
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
Timeline
GIS Specialist / Systems Support Analyst
Shared Health – Emergency & Continuity Planning, Manitoba
10.2024 - 04.2025
GIS / Data Specialist (Contract)
City of Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
09.2024 - 10.2024
GIS Specialist / Environmental Systems Analyst
United Nations – MONUSCO, Goma, DR Congo
12.2016 - 06.2023
GIS Data Analyst – Asset Management
Chevron North America – Oil & Gas, Bakersfield, CA
04.2014 - 12.2016
Post-Graduate Certificate - GIS Applications Specialist
Sir Sandford Fleming College
M.A. - Natural Resources Management
University of Windsor
B.Sc. - Physical Geography
National University of Lesotho
Certificate - Programme Management (Adaptive Monitoring & Evaluation)
University of Cape Town
CORE CAPABILITIES
- Systems & Asset Management
- Asset Lifecycle Management & Infrastructure Systems
- Requirements Gathering & Business Process Analysis
- Data Governance, Quality Assurance & Risk Mitigation
- Enterprise GIS Architecture & System Integration
- GIS & Spatial Analytics
- Spatial Data Modeling, Analysis & Visualization
- Network, Accessibility & Scenario Analysis
- Geodatabases (Enterprise & Open-Source)
- UAV & Field Data Collection Workflows
- Enterprise Platforms & Tools
- ArcGIS Enterprise, Portal, Server
- ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, Experience Builder
- Field Maps, Survey123, Dashboards
- QGIS, Open-Source GIS
- Project & Stakeholder Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Stakeholder & Public Engagement
- Change Management & Continuous Improvement
- Documentation, Reporting & Executive Briefings
- Professional Strengths Embedded
- Critical Thinking | Problem Solving | Accountability
- Communication | Customer Focus | Decision Support
- Leadership | Mentorship | Adaptability
- Ethics | Compliance | Time & Priority Management
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- GIS Data Quality Analyst – Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
- GIS Data Quality Analyst – Rolta Canada Ltd.
- Senior Software Tester & GIS Programmer Analyst – SAIC
- GIS Technician – Public Sector Organizations