GIS Analyst

 Background Information – Job-specific

The GIS Analyst is a member of the OQ Program Team and performs a cross-cutting function serving all program sectors. The GIS Analyst reports to Director – Energy. 

The GIS Analyst will be working closely with the members of all sector teams. S/he will be engaging with the relevant stakeholders under the guidance of the Sector Directors. While delivering the ToR, the GIS Analyst is expected to develop GIS Mapping, Data Analytics, GIS based communication and GIS knowledge / capacity / skills of OQ. S/he is expected to enhance inter-sector program collaboration through leveraging & building on existing GIS knowledge. Hence, the GIS Analyst is an integral part of implementing the OQ Strategy.

Functional Responsibilities

The GIS Analyst will contribute towards the strategy and work of the OQ within the below scope: 

• Develop and maintain GIS models, tools and applications
• Analyze geographic data to produce maps and datasheets
• Contribute to communication and outreach
• Contribute to knowledge management and capacity building

The work is of a highly confidential nature and the selected candidate must always maintain the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.

The GIS Analyst is responsible for the deliverables below, following the objective of the assignment and the scope of work. The activities will be carried out in close partnership with the program teams, notably energy, water and telecom, also with support to rule of law and economic development.

Develop and maintain GIS models, tools and applications: 

• Engage across OQ teams to agree on priorities and implementation timelines
• Develop and maintain GIS models, tools and applications for infrastructure, geographical features,
• boundaries etc.
• Identify, explore and track data sources to build databases and maintain updated GIS models, tools and applications.
• Adapt GIS efforts to align with changing context and requirements
• Support GIS related contracting and procurement of the OQ program
• Work with teams on confidentiality aspects of data and analysis.

Analyze geographic data to produce maps and datasheets

• Analyze data using GIS and other software to produce insights for OQ Program
• Produce independent analysis building on GIS outputs and other data sets / program input from
• teams.
• Draft proposals for new analyses which include resource needs, outputs, schedules, and benefits that are based on economic data, technical data, social data, etc.,

Contribute to communication and outreach

• Produce clear and visually appealing maps, infographics and other products.
• Contribute to communication and outreach
• Produce clear and visually appealing maps, infographics and other products
• Develop user friendly interfaces for mapping tools
• Publish maps online and print physical maps as needed
• Draft concise and focused briefing notes and reports, based on geographic data analysis
• Provide required products and insights for OQ reports, briefings etc.

Contribute to knowledge management and capacity building

• Work with program teams to enhance data analysis skills, provide guidance on mapping tasks, troubleshooting, etc.
• Deliver routine training sessions to increase capacity within the OQ
• Maintain a centralized GIS filing and folder structure for the OQ to ensure effective knowledge retention and business continuity
• Propose inter sector program collaboration through leveraging & building on GIS knowledge
• Engage across OQ teams to identify synergies and ensure aligned objectives

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is required with a preference for a degree in information
• management and GIS certification. Other fields (e.g. engineering, economics,
• statistics, international relations, etc.) will be considered based on work experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Work Experience: 

• 2 years of relevant work experience required
• Experience in infrastructure development (energy, water, roads.) is an asset.
• Experience in complex or sensitive environments is an asset.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Palestinian political context is desirable.
• Software skills: Demonstrated competence with Geographic information System software (e.g. ArcGIS, Power BI, etc.) is required as well as standard office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Statistical software skills (e.g. R, STATA) are an asset.
• Experience with international stakeholders, donors or governments is desirable.

Organization Skills: 

• Excellent communication skills: strong writing ability, skilled in creating knowledge products such as papers, guidance notes and other pieces directed at multiple audiences is highly recommended. Strong team player: strong interpersonal skills; ability to consistently is highly recommended demonstrate a professional manner in dealing with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally to the organization; team player and flexible as tasks and priorities shift; ability to work independently and in teams in a small office environment.
• Project management skills: Ability to develop and deliver on activities; ability to plan in a coordinated manner, manage priorities and meet deadlines; management experience (preferable delivery teams); ability to accurately monitor, evaluate and report on project progress; ability to manage and mitigate risks.

Language: 

• Excellent command of written and spoken English is required.
• Working knowledge of Hebrew and Arabic is an advantage.

Source: https://jobs.unops.org/Pages/ViewVacancy/VADetails.aspx?id=28592