National GIS and Remote Sensing Officer 23 views0 applications 17 views

Vacancy Number: SVN/IOMSO/010/2024
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (IOM Somalia)
Classification: National Officer Category, Grade NOB
Type of Appointment: Special Short Term, six months with possibility of Extension
Estimated Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date: 01 May, 2024

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Context:
Somalia continues to face complex emergencies and post-crisis challenges that require effective coordination and response. IOM Somalia, through the Emergency and Post-Crisis (EPC) pillar, provides integrated support to affected populations in various sectors, including WASH, SNFI, CCCM, Health, Livelihoods, Climate, and Durable Solutions. The EPC pillar plays a critical role in addressing humanitarian needs, facilitating recovery, and building resilience among vulnerable communities in Somalia.
Alongside frontline activities IOM Somalia has been implementing Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) program which encompasses mobility tracking, flow monitoring, and surveys that aim at supporting evidence-based programming. As a co-chair of the Information Management and Assessments Working Group (IMAWG), and key member of Internally Displaced Peoples Working Group (IDPWG), the DTM program is enabling humanitarian actors to plan and respond to needs in Somalia and across the region.
Under the overall supervision of the Senior Programme Coordinator (EPC) and direct supervision of the Programme Manager (DTM) and in close collaboration with relevant units in the Country Office, DTM National GIS and Remote Sensing Officer will provide Geographic Information System (GIS) and remote sensing analysis to help strengthen the development, implementation, and data quality of DTM activities across Somalia. In particular, he/she will:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:
1.Provide technical guidance for GIS and remote sensing activities in IOM Somalia.
2.Participate in planning and development of the geographic data management tools (shapefiles and processes of DTM specifically related to data collection done in settlements and IDP sites), as well as in the maintenance of the IOM geo-database.
3.Carry out thematic geo-statistical data analysis as required relating to natural hazards and climate related displacement in the Somalia context.
4.Provide GIS technical throughout the design and implementation of DTM assessment and data initiatives related to durable solutions and anticipatory actions including the Local (Re)integration Assessment (LORA), the Urban Service Analysis and Projections Framework, the Movement Projections Model (MPM), the Transhumance Tracking Tool (TTT), and other activities as required.
5.Recommend needs and inform on GIS/mapping tools and products. Work closely with DTM and Information Management (IM) staffs to identify needs and produce the relevant products and maps; plan, develop, and provide training and develop skills for IM and GIS activities.
6.Participate in the development of data collection tools and training of field staff to facilitate the inclusion of GIS-related requirements and indicators.
7.Update and produce online maps (with ArcGIS Server for data review and analysis) and printable maps (with ArcGIS, and Adobe Illustrator/InDesign), as well as Dashboards, Graphs, Profiles, Shapefiles and KMZ files for reporting while ensuring accurate representation of spatial features with the most updated common operation datasets (CODs).
8.I Improve geo-referencing/Global Positioning System (GPS) cleaning and documentation of geo-coordinates.
9.Coordinate creation of country atlases and regularly update base maps in line with identified requirements.
10.Perform such other duties as may be assigned

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
•Master’s degree related to GIS, Remote Sensing, Data Science, Geography, Innovation, or related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or
•University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.

Experience
•Advanced experience with geo-spatial information management and analysis, and excellent spatial analysis skills;
•Experience in raster and vector GIS;
•Experience working in international, regional organizations and the humanitarian community.
•Experience in relevant issues such as migration, displacement, and humanitarian assistance;
•Experience in the region an advantage

Skills
•Advanced knowledge of ESRI suite software (ArcPro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online); advanced knowledge of Microsoft office including Excel; knowledge of R, STATA, SPSS, Python or equivalent statistical software an advantage;
•Skilled in managing Geo-databases and Relational Database Management System;
•Good writing, communication, and negotiation skills;
•Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries, and the broader community to advance country or regional objectives;
•Demonstrated ability for training and capacity building of a wide variety of stakeholders including enumerators, field staff, local authorities

Languages
For all applicants, Fluency in English (oral and written)
Working knowledge in Somalia will be an added advantage

Required Competencies
Values
•Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
•Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
•Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent, and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
•Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
•Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected, and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators level 2
•Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
•Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
•Managing and sharing knowledge continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge, and innovate.
•Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
•Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring, and motivational way.

Other
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this special vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment and verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.

Only candidates residing in either the country of the duty station or from a location in a neighboring country that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.

In all cases, a prerequisite for taking up the position is legal residency in the country of the duty station, or in the neighboring country located within commuting distance, and a work permit, as applicable.