IOM Geographic Information System Assistant Jobs in Uganda
IOM Geographic Information System Assistant Jobs in Uganda
Context and ScopeEstablished in 1951, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is committed to the principle that humane and orderly migration benefits both migrants and society in general.
The IOM mission in Uganda was established in 1988 and has since been supporting the Government to address migration challenges and building capacity of relevant stakeholders.
IOM implements a range of programmatic interventions in areas such as Refugee Resettlement; Emergency Response mostly for refugees from South Sudan and Democratic Republic of the Congo; Migration Health (Assessments and Promotion); Labor Migration and Human Development; Counter-Trafficking and Migrant Assistance; Immigration and Border Management; and Migration Governance, including policy and research.
Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator and in close coordination of the Programme Assistant (DTM), successful candidate will support the Country office on the GIS related tasks:
Produce spatial analysis, maps and related information products from the migration data to support the DTM unit activities including support to Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM).
Assist the data unit by contributing to the design, development and systematic maintenance of a relevant spatial data infrastructure to facilitate management of the spatial data in the country.
Assist in maintenance of the IOM geo-database at national level to ensure the geo-database across is accurate, up to date and compatible.
Assist harmonising the spatial data used across the country by supporting the mission units 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 point in the region to promote coordination and knowledge sharing.
Provide technical support and inputs into ongoing information management initiatives and partnerships in the mission.
Perform any other duties as may be required.
Education
Completed Bachelor’s degree in geographic information systems, geography, computer science, or in other relevant discipline from an accredited academic institution with minimum three years of experience 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; and
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure with minimum supervision.
Languages; – Fluency in English (oral and written) and some local Languages
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate the following values and competencies:
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three 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 – behavioural 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.
Other
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview
Appointment is subject to confirmation of funding
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications to hruganda@iom.int by 25 September 2020 at the latest, referring to this advertisement by mentioning the CFA # (CFA/UG/006/2020) in the email subject, subject with no CFA # will not be considered
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