Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Officer, CST II

Overview

Provide a GIS mapping service for the South Sudan office and technical support in line with HQ policies on the use and dissemination of GIS data.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain GIS databases and deliver map products on schedule.
• Collect access constraints information from partners and disseminate it.
• Synchronize spatial data related to WFP Country Office with Headquarter.
• Manage the delivery of newly acquired data from the field.
• Compile and disseminate logistics and mapping information.
• Develop geographic information policies, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Collect and analyze information sources, translating content into geographic data.
• Implement upgrades and innovative solutions to improve efficiency.
• Support Logistics Cluster, WFP operations, and field offices with tailored GIS products.
• Ensure compliance with WFP data security and confidentiality policies.
• Provide technical support and guidance for project monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Maintain and update global geographic information databases.
• Prepare thematic analytical maps that support country-level operational functions.
• Prepare maps that inventory local resources and capacities.
• Maintain the GIS plotter for printing maps.
• Develop GIS tools and systems.
• Support GIS capacity-building projects.
• Fulfill all map requests and produce GIS products as required.
• Contribute to donor reporting and visibility through high-quality GIS products.
• Perform any other duties as required.

Required Experience

For a master’s degree holder, a minimum of five years or for a bachelor’s degree holder, at least seven years of progressively responsible experience in geographic information management, particularly within the humanitarian and/or emergencies context, including experience in conflict-affected environments is required. Strong expertise in Cartographic production is mandatory with the experiences in the following areas: Geo-spatial analysis, Humanitarian mapping, Conflicts Mapping, Emergency Mapping, Planning and management of Geospatial projects in dealing with cartography and geographic information services, Map publication and clearance, International boundary issues, Esri products (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS portal and ArcGIS Online), Remote sensing and data visualization, Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve mapping and GIS systems. Experience in working for the emergency operations and/or hardship duty station is desirable.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or Equivalent in Geographic Information System and Remote Sensing or Spatial Information Technology or other disciplines that involve cartographic production and geographic information services and Esri Certifications.

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