Geospatial Analytics and Applications

Overview

This role focuses on geospatial analytics and applications to enhance the capacity of Central Asian countries in using Earth Observation and geospatial tools for drought and crop monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conduct of capacity development activities.
• Develop and maintain an active online repository of tools and training materials.
• Develop knowledge products for learning activities and regional publications.
• Provide inputs to project progress reports and other documents.
• Conduct activities to synthesize and present project progress and development at a regional meeting.

Required Experience

Proven experience in the development of innovative applications using geospatial, Earth observation, and/or other spatial datasets is required. Experience in designing and delivering training programmes to culturally diverse audiences, including government officials, practitioners, and technical specialists, is a strong asset. Demonstrated competence in designing, implementing, and facilitating technical and capacity-building activities.

Qualifications

A university degree in science, engineering, or a related field, with specialization relevant to one or more of the six priority themes of the Asia‑Pacific Plan of Action on Space Applications for Sustainable Development (2018–2030). Academic training or research directly focused on disaster risk reduction and resilience is considered a strong asset.

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