SOUVANNO SAYCOCIE

Senior GIS & Data Analysis | Field Supervisor | Land Use Specialist

Mr. Souvanno Saycocie serves as ESL’s Senior GIS and Database Specialist, bringing over a decade of expertise in environmental science, GIS, and data management. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science from the National University of Laos and has undergone advanced training in Geographic Information Systems and resettlement planning. Fluent in Lao and Thai, with a working knowledge of English, Mr. Souvanno combines technical skills in ArcGIS, Microsoft Access, and database management with extensive fieldwork experience. 

Throughout his career, Mr. Souvanno has contributed to a wide array of projects, including ESIAs, HIAs, socio-economic surveys, and baseline studies for major infrastructure and mining projects. At ESL, he plays a critical role in data analysis, quality assurance, GIS mapping, and database management for complex environmental and social assessments. His leadership in field operations and expertise in spatial analysis ensure the delivery of accurate and actionable insights, supporting sustainable development across diverse sectors in Laos and the region. 

Education

Bachelor of Environmental ScienceNational University of Lao PDR (2006-2011)

Additional Training

(ADB) Resettlement Training Workshop (2017)

Advanced level in Geographical Information System (GIS) at the National University of Laos (NUOL) (2011)

Key Expertise

  • GIS and Mapping: expertise in Lao geography and delivery map for project requirement
  • Project Fleid Supervisor: Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee project working procedures, data quality control on data collection, and ensure timely delivery of project outputs.
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: Expertise in liaising with clients, government agencies, and local communities to ensure effective communication and successful project implementation.
  • Reporting: Skilled in socioeconomic surveys and delivering actionable insights.
  • Technical Tools: Proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, TEAMS), ArcGIS, GPS, Photoshop Design, and Kobo toolbox

Professional Experience

Senior GIS & Land Use Specialist, ESL Company Limited. (2011–Present)

    • Leads assessments, analysis, and management of social and economic impacts for environmental and development projects.
    • Identifies new project opportunities, supports business development, and provides GIS mapping expertise.
    • Ensures compliance with social standards, engages with stakeholders, and promotes alignment with organizational objectives.

Achievements

Successfully contributed to nearly 40 GIS, mapping, data analysis, and environmental and social consulting projects across diverse sectors as a report writer, project coordinator, data analyst, GIS mapping specialist, fieldwork team leader, and Field Supervisor, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective stakeholder engagement.

Highlighted Projects

  • Household Income Survey for Milestone-Effective Date + 10 years for The Xe-pian Xe-Namnoy Hydroelectric Power Project. Client: PNPC (2024)
  • Income Target Assessment for the Nam Thuen 1 Hydropower Project (NT1HPP) (2024)
  • ESIA for Sepon Far Western Prospects. Client: Lanexang Minerals Limited Company (2024)
  • Endline Survey Impact Assessment for SNV (2024)
  • ESIA Scoping Study and TOR for 300MW Thermal Power Plant Project (2023)
  • EIR, EMP, RC for “Upgrading Bridges and Road Safety on the National Road No. 8 (Asian Highway 15) in Lao PDR” (2022)
  • World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Consolidating Municipal Solid Waste Management Profiles for Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and Vang Vieng (2022)
  • Green Climate Fund (GCF) Microproject (2022)
  • Phu Kham and Ban Houayxai Operations Socio-Economic and Health Survey 2022 Xaysomboun Province, Lao PDR. Client: PBM (2022)
  • Data Collection and Preparation of Action Plan on Toxic and Hazardous Waste Management in Lao PDR for Environment Protection Fund (EPF)Field team leader (2022)
  • HIA Report of the Sewer and Wastewater Treatment Project for Vientiane Capital for LAOPROJEKT ZRT (2022)
  • ESIA Scoping Study and TOR of the Saravan Downstream Hydropower Project for Energy Absolute Public Company Limited (2022)
  • Household Income Survey for Milestone-Effective Date + 8 years for The Xe-pian Xe-Namnoy Hydroelectric Power Project. Client: PNPC (2022)
  • Health Impact Assessment (HIA) for Sun Paper Holding Lao Co., Ltd at Sepon District, Savannakhet Province (2021)
  • Baseline study for Waste Pickers and Waste Generators of the Green Value Chains Lao Project Lao PDR, Swisscontact (2021)
  • PNPC Household Income Survey 2020 for XE-PIAN XE-NAMNOY POWER COMPANY LIMITED (2020)
  • HIA Xekong Mine Mouth Thermal Power Plant for Xekong Thermal Power Plant Company Limited (2020)
  • MMG SE & Community Health Study (2018)
  • SLACO Mine Update Environmental Impact Assessment Project (2018)
  • Laos Asian Highway-Road N8 (IEE+RC+Data) (2018)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (New Processing Plant) (2018)
  • Xebangfai Downstream Hydropower Project (IEE) (2017)
  • Rasita – Update IEE for Nam Hinboun Downstream Hydropower Project (2016)
  • Norico – Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for Mahaxay-Pakading Transmission Line Project (2016)
  • PBM – Phu Kham and Ban Houayxai Socio-economic and Health Survey (2015)
  • SLACO_EIA (New Processing Plant) (2014)
  • MMG GPDA Oxide Expansion-ESIA (2013)
  • MMG Agricultural Development, Land Use and Capability Study (2013)
  • PBM – Phu Kham Socio-economic and Health Survey (2012)
  • Hin Boun Downstream Hydropower and Irrigation Project IEED (2012)
  • PBM – Ban Houaxay Baseline Study (2012)
  • MMG LXML Social and Economic Household Survey (2012)
  • PBM – Phonesavanh Baseline study (2011)
  • Argonaut Century Au-Cu Project Baseline Study (2011)