Job Description
| Organization | International Organization for Migration |
| Position Title | GIS / Graphic Design Assistant |
| Duty Station | Khartoum, Sudan |
| Classification | G6 |
| Type of Appointment | One-year fixed term, with possibility of extension |
| Estimated Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Posted Date | 28/12/2021 |
| Closing Date | 11/01/2021 |
Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
Context:
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programme and direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DTM); with close coordination with the Heads of Units. The GIS/ Graphic Design Assistant is responsible for the following functions:
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Timely preparation, maintenance and provision of geographic information and maps in support of the mission’s operations using GIS software and related equipment.
- Collect, process and evaluate geographic data including vector, raster and thematic data; Compile large-scale operation maps and small-scale briefing/report maps.
- Participate in geographic/terrain analysis studies and prediction of the effects of terrain, weather and situation on the mission’s operations.
- Archive mission geographic data and maintain the mission’s geo-database system.
- Analyze spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.
- Meet with users to define data needs, project requirements, and required outputs.
- Participate in the design of GIS and other information systems and databases.
- Update GIS and other information systems and databases, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations.
- GPS Devices installation, configuration and training field team to use GPS.
- Retrieve stored maps.
- Perform any other duty within the incumbent’s capabilities as appropriate and tasked by the Information Management Officer or GIS officer.
- Assist in the development, quality control and reproduction of products in appropriate formats for clients.
- Create maps, infographic and graphs, using GIS software and related equipment.
- Conduct Research to locate and obtain existing databases.
- Create interactive, online maps, charts using (geojson, JavaScript) via APIs.
- Support the development of graphics and layout for regular, strategic, IOM reports for external dissemination (such as Unit Fact Sheets, Dashboard, Humanitarian Summary, and Monthly Bulletins).
- Report to direct supervisor on implementation status, including the progress, Support the development of graphics and layout for regular visibility material for donor and other consumers (e.g. press releases).
- Support the development and graphics for other strategic documents for both internal and external distribution.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- a first level university degree or a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience.
Experience
- Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in Information planning and management
- Practical knowledge and experience in GPS, GIS and cartography, including knowledge of current GIS software (ArcGIS, MapInfo) and the use of server-based GIS technology
- Knowledge of related software and systems (database, word processing, desktop publishing)
- Knowledge of Remote Sensing and raster – vector integration techniques
- Familiarity with Spatial Data Infrastructure (SDI)
Languages
Fluency in English and Working knowledge of Arabic an advantage.
Required Competencies
The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values
• Inclusion and respect for diversity respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
• Integrity and transparency: maintain high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
Core Competencies – behavioral indicators
• Teamwork: develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner; is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own action and delegated work.
• Communication: encourages and contributes to clear and open communication; explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
How to apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email: [email protected], by January 11, 2021 at the latest, referring to this advertisement.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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