Overall Purpose of the Job
To provide GIS and earth observation support to the Malaria Vector Atlas project through developing high-quality GIS products of mosquito vectors and associated diseases that will be published to the vector Atlas data hub.
Specific Duties
Develop high-quality study area and baseline GIS map products using various GIS software (e.g., QGIS, ArcMap and R) and online open-source platforms like Google Earth Engine.
Develop novel spatial models and maps that promote the understanding of the variables that drive malaria transmission.
Standardize and optimize maps before publishing them on the Vector Atlas platform to ensure the quality and reliability of model outputs.
Perform any other task assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements/Qualifications
BSc/BA in GIS, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Sciences and/ or any related field from a recognized University.
Minimum of one-year proven work experience in – more or less- similar position.
Having previously worked with an international/ regional research organization is an added advantage.
Proven knowledge and skills in the usage of GIS and remote sensing software and open-source platforms.
Experience in the use of open data kit (ODK) and/ or other geospatial data collection apps.
Ability to handle and process a large number of imageries from different satellite systems.
Knowledge and skills in performing machine learning modelling and statistical algorithms using open-source programming environments like R and Google Earth Engine.
Other Desirable Attributes
The employee should be able to judge the basic work-related problem and use his/ her determination to solve it with minimum supervision.
Providing technical backstopping for scientific publications and communicating research findings through conferences, meetings and workshops.
Work closely with partners for research project implementation and provide all needed geospatial activities to partners.
Reporting
This position reports to the Head of Data Management, Modelling and Geo-Information Unit
Applications will be accepted up to 4th August 2023. Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential coverletter; (b) a detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees, including e-mail addresses; and (c) a statementillustrating suitability against the listed qualifications/competencies/abilities, and skills.
Candidates are required to apply online through: http://recruit.icipe.org or by
Email: recruitment@icipe.org
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