GIS Technical Referent

Location                           : Harare

Type of contract             : Fixed Term Contract (1 year)

Start Date                         : July 2024

Immediate Supervisor   : Regional Logistics Team Leader

Objective of the Post

Carrying out field assessments and ensuring the implementation, maintenance and monitoring of the region's geographical information systems and producing in real time, a spatial analysis and mapping of the situation in the field, according to MSF protocols and standards to ensure an optimal running of the project

Responsibilities 

• Leading as technical resource on the learning and development of MSF staff on the use of Information
• Management tools (e.g. GEOMSF, Google Earth, QGIS, Excel, ODK, GEOMSF, KoboCollect, Mobile Data Collection), analysis and scaling up the adoption and utilization of GIS/Remote sensing tools in MSF operations.

• Responding to GIS/Remote Sensing needs and requests from MSF missions in Southern Africa region and not only limited to Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and South Africa
• Developing synergies with external partners contributing to improving GIS/Remote Sensing solutions
• Providing support on developing and implementing tools which enable Geo-Spatial Analysis, Geo-Visualization and Presentation of various criteria of data (public health, environmental, logistics, operational etc.) to identify trends, patterns for guidance in MSF operations, research and strategic decision making
• Providing Geo-Spatial Analytical support for the Emergency Response Preparedness Plan (EPREP) regionally
• Support MSF projects in Southern Africa region on integrating GIS/Remote Sensing in project’s operations by understanding project’s portfolios and identifying the needs followed by punctual support
• Identify GIS/Remote Sensing tools and means available, propose the appropriate technology/software for the supported project which can be handed over to local authority or general community at project closure
• Collecting, capturing, and managing various datasets including spatial information and storing such in database to be retrieved and use to map areas of MSF intervention interest
• Timeous report writing, sitreps, articles and provide statistics to inform relevant stakeholders on GIS/Remote Sensing operational matters and activities

Qualification and Experience

• University Degree in Geographical Information System or related fields
• Advanced training in ICT
• Essential experience in managing data collection, entry, and database development & maintenance
• Strong practical experience in using Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• At least 5 years' experience in a GIS related specialist area
• Pedagogical skills is a strong asset
• Work experience with MSF, other NGOs and in developing countries desirable
• Good oral and written English language and any local language

Qualified, experienced, and interested candidates meeting the above criteria should forward their motivation letters and comprehensive CVs on or before 21st June 2024, to The Country Human Resources Manager, MSF–Belgium, 10 Garlands Ride, Harare or by email to msfocb-harare-deputyhrco-pam@brussels.msf.org

N.B.     Qualified and experienced male candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week of advert closure

Please note that MSF-Belgium, Zimbabwe Mission does not solicit any organization or individual to recruit on their behalf. No fee is charged throughout the recruitment, selection and placement process