- Organization: DFS - Department of Field Support
- Grade: P-3
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Closing date: Monday, 24 October 2016
Posting Title: GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION OFFICER, P3
Job Code Title: GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION OFFICER
Department/ Office: United Nations Support Office in Somalia
Duty Station: MOGADISHU
Posting Period: 10 October 2016-24 October 2016
Job Opening number: 16-IST-UNSOS-67143-F-MOGADISHU (M)
Staffing Exercise ID: N/A
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Special Notice
This 'Recruit from Roster' job opening is only open to roster applicants who are already placed on pre-approved rosters, following a review by a United Nations Central Review Body. Only roster applicants who were placed on rosters with similar functions at the same level are considered to be eligible candidates. Eligible applicants receive an email inviting them to apply. Rostered applicants are encouraged to apply only if they are interested and available to take up the position at the duty station/s specified in the Job Opening. Applying to this job opening carries an expectation to accept the offer, if selected.
Organizational Setting and Reporting
This position is located in the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) based in Mogadishu, Somalia. The Geographic Information Officer reports directly to the Chief of the GIS Unit.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Geographic Information Officer will be responsible for the following core duties:
- Managing, supervising and directing GIS staff of varying grades.
- In the absence of the Chief GIS, perform the duties of Section OIC.
- Reporting and Staff Appraisal of the UN staff members and consultants assigned to GIS.
- Managing UNSOS Geo Portal.
- Actively coordinate and encourage data sharing and cooperation.
- This is particularly pertinent to the activities of the Somalia Interagency Mapping group (SIMac) in convening and attending monthly SIMac meetings, fostering a cooperative attitude amongst all members and sharing spatial data and where relevant, products.
- The sharing and cooperation on which UNSOA has been developed also includes frequent liaison and sharing with other government and non-government organisations including, but not limited to: US State Department, African Union, EU NAVFOR, NSP, ICRC
- In consultation with the Joint Support Operations Centre Mogadishu (JSOC) and the AMISOM Military Intelligence Officer (MIO), the GIS Officer will prioritise map production, delivery dates and quantities. This will require frequent trips, sometimes of extended duration to Mogadishu and other areas of Somalia.
- Quality Assurance (QA) of all processes within the map production cycle as well as spatial database maintenance.
- Quality Control (QC) of all output from the unit to ensure products are of the highest possible standards, and in compliance with relevant guidelines such as UN SOP's and UNGIWG standards.
- Identifying information requirements and collate information sources.
- Significantly contribute to the development and improvement of existing SOP's, particularly on symbolisation and standardisation and overseeing compliance of TLM Production staff members therein.
- Update and versioning of relevant geospatial databases.
- Maintaining digital records of production, output and delivery, including monthly progress update reports.
- Be actively involved in the budgetary process.
- Be actively involved in the procurement processes and monitoring of budgetary expenditure.
- Undertake other related duties as required.
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- Professionalism:
Extremely strong knowledge of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and
cartographic operations and practices. Very strong background in Remote
Sensing, particularly mosaicing image manipulation and image
interpretation. Proven ability to develop cartographic plans, policies,
procedures and new programmes. Ability to provide technical and
procedural advice in a broad range of GIS areas. Shows pride in work and
achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of
subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional
rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with
difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.
Proactive in the areas of data and product sharing in order to maximise
the effectiveness of all GIS activities within Somalia. Takes
responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the
equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services; Offers new
and different options to solve problems or meet client needs; Promotes
and persuades others to consider new ideas; Takes calculated risks on
new and unusual ideas; thinks 'outside the box'; Takes an interest in
new ideas and new ways of doing things Is not bound by current thinking
or traditional approaches.
Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitation of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Remote Sensing, Photogrammetry, Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), or related fields. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two (2) years qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in the field of geospatial information (e.g. geospatial information applications, geospatial database management, geospatial/terrain analysis, cartography and mapping, image processing, GPS and surveying) or related fields is required. Proficiency in the use of geographic information systems (GIS) software is required. Good computer skills in particular Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint are required. At least one (1) year experience in managing ArcGIS portal is required.
Two (2) years of experience in field operations such as UN peacekeeping or humanitarian operations is desirable. Proficiency in the use of GIS applications is desirable. Familiarity with spatial database systems such as ArcSDE is desirable. Experience in development of web mapping applications is desirable. Knowledge or experience in graphic software is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this job opening, fluency in English (both written and oral) is required; knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
United Nations Considerations
According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity, including but not limited to, respect for international human rights and humanitarian law. Candidates may be subject to screening against these standards, including but not limited to, whether they have committed or are alleged to have committed criminal offences or violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law.
Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
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