GEOSPATIAL INFORMATION ASSISTANT

Contract

This is a FS-5 contract. This kind of contract is known as Field Service. It usually requires 8 years of experience, depending on education. More about FS-5 contracts and their salaries.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Geospatial Information Services Unit, Field Technology Section, Operations and Resource Management Service, Mission Support Division, United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA), Bamako. The incumbent will report to the Geospatial Information Officer.

Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Geographic Information Assistant will be responsible for the following duties:

• Coordinates and prepares the timely creation of standard and specialized thematic mapping products at all scales to support decision making and information dissemination processes of other sections;
• Leads the team in the collection, processing and evaluation of geographic data, to include vector, raster and thematic data to enhance mission spatial databases;
• Participates in the quality control of all geographic information products, such as the mission gazetteer to ensure that it is up-to-date and effective;;
• Creates topographic style mapping to support mission operations;
• Conducts geographic/terrain analysis studies to assist in operational decision making;
• Populates GIS data repository and implement appropriate data security and access controls;
• Takes the lead in the archiving of the mission’s geographic data and maintain the mission’s geo-database system;
• Populates GIS data repository and implement appropriate data security and access controls;
• Undertakes the timely exchange of geographic information between the mission and other entities, including the UN Global Service Centre (UNGSC);
• Maintains a working relationship with key clients to leverage the use of data source methods to support their programmatic areas through solutions built by the team and by establishing communication channels through meetings, email, and other means;
• Coordinates with counterparts in other offices of the mission, UN agencies, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and the host nation on collection and sharing of geospatial data;
• Conducts geographic information training and education programmes for mission staff;
• Assists in managing the technical work of junior staff;

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

  Competencies Professionalism: Technical qualifications and knowledge in geo-database management and knowledge in remote sensing, geography, cartography and its related matters; ability to organize and manage geospatial data from various sources; Shows pride in work and in 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Technological awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology including in-depth knowledge of the latest technological developments in surveying and geospatial technology. Understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office. Actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks. Shows ability to embrace and implement new technology.

Education High school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical or vocational training in Cartography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), geo-database management and/or equivalent, involving geographic information and image processing programs is required.GIS Systems Administration are desirable.

Work Experience At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in the field of geospatial information or related fields is required.

Experience in using GIS software, ArcGIS (ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro), ERDAS Imagine and open-source GIS is required.

At least three (3) years-experience in managing geo-databases and associated web technologies/services is required.

Direct experience with geo-databases and geospatial information applications including IPB (Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield) military experience, especially in Terrain Analysis is desirable.

Languages French and English are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of French is desirable.

Assessment Previously rostered candidates are not subject to any further assessment and as such, will not be invited for such an assessment.

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.

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. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

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.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

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No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.