International Organization for Migration Geographic Information System Assistant Jobs in Kenya

International Organization for Migration Geographic Information System Assistant Jobs in Kenya

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is the UN Migration Agency. With 174 member states it is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits migrants and society. Established in 1951 and now active in over 400 field locations worldwide, IOM works with partners, government, and civil society to:

Assist in meeting the operational challenges of migration and mobility

Advance understanding of migration issues

Encourage social and economic development through migration; and

Uphold the human dignity and well-being of migrants and mobile populations.

IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Internal and external candidates are eligible to apply to this vacancy. For the purpose of the vacancy, internal candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

IOM’s Regional Office for the East and Horn of Africa supports and monitors the following countries: Burundi, Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia, South Sudan, United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda. Through a team of specialists, the Regional Office supports the development, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of projects and initiatives undertaken by country offices and regional programmes.

Under the overall supervision of the Regional Data Hub Coordinator and direct supervision of the Regional DTM Information Management Officer (IMO), the incumbent will support the Regional Data Hub on the GIS related tasks.

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

In particular he/she will:

Produce spatial analysis, maps and related information products from the regional mixed migration data to support the Regional Data Hub activities including support to EU-IOM Joint Initiatives project and Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM).

Assist Regional Data Hub by contributing to the design, development and systematic maintenance of a relevant spatial data infrastructure to facilitate management of the spatial data in the Region.

Assist in maintenance of the IOM geo-database at regional level in coordination with the county missions and global DTM GIS team to ensure the geo-database across the Region is accurate, up to date and compatible.

Assist harmonizing the spatial data used across the region by supporting the country missions with the standard geographic data and infographic and cartographic features.

Assist in ensuring that the standards are followed during the data collection by providing the necessary geographic data such as administrative units and locations

Identify needs and advise on GIS/mapping tools and products.

Support engagement and liaison with IM/GIS focal points in the country missions to promote coordination and knowledge sharing.

Provide technical support and inputs into ongoing information management initiatives and partnerships in the Country Offices and the Regional Data Hub.

Perform any other duties as may be required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

University degree in geographic information systems, geography, computer science, or in other relevant discipline with minimum three years of experience in GIS field; or,

Diploma in geographic information system, geography, computer science or other relevant disciplines with minimum five years experiences in GIS field.

Experience

Detailed knowledge of spatial data management, cartographic design and spatial data visualization and analysis is required

Experience in the GIS/IM in the context of humanitarian response is preferred

Skills

Proficiency in MS office, ArcGIS and one or more designing software is required.

Skills in Python, MS SQL Server and other MS programming tools are an advantage.

Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal relationship skills;

Hard working, good team player, dedicated, ability to monitor and follow up on pending matters;

Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision;

Languages

Required: Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required. Working knowledge of French or any other UN Official language is advantageous.

How to Apply

Submit cover letter indicating the Position Title & Vacancy Notice Number (VN No.), and CV with telephone and e-mail contacts including 3 Referees (Supervisors) to: IOM, RO Human Resources Department, via e-mail to ronairobihrdrec@iom.int

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