Senior Associate – Geospatial

Functional Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the TSU Manager, the Senior Associate Geospatial, will be responsible for the following substantive tasks;

Coordinate and monitor field data collection with the support of field personnel
Identify datasets and employ appropriate geostatistical and spatial analysis techniques as required.
Develop geodatabase and shapefiles as required
Develop an infrastructure database in collaboration with engineering colleagues, including data entry and data management
Produce GIS dashboards
Assist in providing information for evidence-based master plans by verifying existing terrain and use the information for mapping
Develop drawings and databases that will provide information on utilities network infrastructure
Any other duties as directed by the Technical Services Unit manager.

Education:

Secondary school education is required;
University Degree in Geographic Information Systems and/or relevant field is an added advantage

Experience

Seven (7) years experience in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is required;
Experience developing and maintaining databases and MIS’s is desired;
Theoretical and practical knowledge of database development is desired;
Advanced knowledge of GIS and google suite products is desired;
Proficient in the use of GIS/RS software such as ArcGIS, Erdas Imagine is desired;
Knowledge of UN core values, rules and regulations is an asset.

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