Context:
IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix regularly monitors displacement and mobility across Sudan, including the needs and movement intentions of displaced populations, in order to provide humanitarian partners with accurate information in order to facilitate programming.
Under the overall supervision of the Head of Programmes and the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) Program Coordinator and the direct supervision of the DTM Data Analyst, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the Information Management and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Unit with relevant functions relating to DTM activities.
Core Functions / Responsibilities:
- Support the collection, processing, and review of geographic data, including vector, raster, and thematic information; assist in the creation of large-scale operational maps and small-scale briefing/report maps.
- Assist with spatial data analysis to support the generation of geographic statistics for inclusion in documents and reports.
- Provide support in the creation, updating, and distribution of geographic information and maps to help the mission’s operations, utilizing GIS software and associated equipment.
- Support, identify and analyze existing GIS systems and structure capacity, availability of relevant datasets, and data and information gaps.
- Support the designing of effective solutions to meet GIS-related needs in an accurate and timely manner.
- Regularly update GIS and related information systems and databases, incorporating expertise in spatial feature representations.
- Operate and upkeep GIS system hardware, software, plotters, and color printers.
- Provide guidance and assist in monitoring the work of other staff in the unit.
- Conduct spatial data analysis to generate geographic statistics for inclusion in documents and reports.
- Assist in creating infographics and visual content to support the effective communication of geographic and spatial data in reports using ArcGIS, QGIS, and Adobe InDesign and Adobe illustrator.
- Help prepare and design ad hoc, bi-weekly, bi-monthly, Early Flash Alert, and Focused Flash Alert reports, verifying they are clear, concise, and visually engaging.
- Collaborate with other teams to understand their design needs, including report layout design, and provide tailored visual solutions for geographic reports.
- Perform other duties as may be assigned.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Education
- University degree in Geospatial technologies (GIS and remote sensing), Computer Science, Information Design with four years of relevant experience, or High school diploma with at least six years of progressively responsible experience.
Experience
- Experience in geographic information, Information Management and Data Visualization.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of graphic design.
- In-depth knowledge of and expertise in a wide range of Adobe Creative Suite software applications including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat, as well as Microsoft office applications (w/ valid application licenses.
SKILLS
- Creative flair and the ability to generate ideas
- Good organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and a good eye for details
- Data analysis using excel
- Data visualization
- Effective Communication.
Languages
- Fluency in English and Arabic is required (oral and written).
Required Competencies
- IOM’s competency framework can be found online. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these values: - Inclusion and respect for diversity: respects and promotes individual and cultural differences; encourages diversity and inclusion wherever possible.
- Integrity and transparency: maintains 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 level 2
- 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 of 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.
- Managerial Competencies: behavioral indicators – Level 2
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications via email referencing subject as “VN 51 2024 Senior GIS Associate (DTM)– G6– Port Sudan”
Kindly send the following document to: [email protected]
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Personal History Form (PHF)
Other
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- Only candidates residing in either the duty station or from a location in a neighboring province that is within commuting distance of the duty station will be considered.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
- Accommodation is not provided.
- This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals.
- Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
Any application that does not comply with the above-mentioned instructions will be automatically excluded from the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Vacancy close at 23:59 local time Khartoum, Sudan on the respective closing date.
No late applications will be accepted.
