Thursday 18 August 2011

GIS Database Assistant- IOM (International Organization for Migration)


Vacancy No: IOM/088/11
Duty Station: Dadaab, Kenya
Position Title: GIS Database Assistant
Classification: Grade G4 (UN Salary Scale for GS staff)
Type of Appointment: 6 months (with the possibility of extension)
CLOSING DATE: 22nd August, 2011


General Functions:
Under the overall supervision of the Regional Representative of MRF Nairobi and under the
direct supervision of the Head of Sub office (HSO) Dadaab, the successful candidate will
assist in the implementation, monitoring and reporting of IOM activities aimed at supporting
integrated response to refugee influx and improving facilities for the host community
through the establishment of a GIS database. He/She will produce and disseminate various
information classified into a database and be responsible for analyzing baseline and
monitoring data and creating new measurements into IOM work-plans and systems.


Specific Functions:
1. In collaboration with project staff, ensure monitoring information is included in the Database.
2. Analyze baseline and monitoring data to determine which further assessments may be needed.
3. Prepare periodical reports based on the analysis of information collected from meetings, reports and other sources.
4. Assist in the review of the movement and shelter programmes implementation and contribute to prepare and formulate reports.
5. Design and coordinate data collection, analyze the results, and present clear findings to the IOM authorities.
6. Oversee data collection and manage systems to store and analyze data
7. Assist in developing program strategies and direction by providing relevant information status
8. Perform other duties as may be required from time to time


Desirable Qualifications:-
1. Higher Diploma in Information Technology, Mathematics or business related field

2. At least three years professional work experience in database development and
database management. Experience with Geo-database ArchSDE & RDBMS is an
advantage.
3. Demonstrated communication and writing skills; keen attention to detail
4. Proven experience in GIS mapping analysis and reporting
5. GPS experience is an advantage
6. Self-driven and able to deliver results with minimum supervision
7. Required IOM functional competencies: effective communicator, successful
negotiator, creative and analytical thinker, active learner, team player, and cross
cultural facilitator.
8. Highly proficient in Ms Word, Excel, Access, Power-point and the use of Internet for
research
9. Excellent command of spoken and written English. Spoken and written Somali an
asset
10. Candidates from the local community will be given an advantage


Mode of Application:
Submit cover Letter and CV including daytime telephone and email address to: International
Organization for Migration (IOM), Human Resources Department, PO Box 55040-00200
Nairobi – or – send by email to hrnairobi@iom.int


Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted