Development maps on demand

•    Prepare appropriate digital maps of South Sudan at national, regional and sub-regional levels and other than general purpose maps.
•    Produce high quality analytical maps for regular Programme updates and technical publications.
•    Provide technical assistance and support in the areas of GIS, mapping and Remote Sensing analysis.
•    Coordinate the implementation of GIS/RS related trainings.
•    Prepare an index map of available satellite images, analyses images for various assessments.
•    Contribute to the Technical Working Groups and partner mapping and analysis.
•    Provide GIS support to Technical Working groups for the mapping and analysis of interventions.
•    Prepare map on the targeted areas of intervention including analysis of vulnerability and land degradation.

Support the collection of geo-spatial data and ensure entry into the database

•    Perform remote sensing analysis to support the production of agro-meteorological information.
•    Ensure all spatial data are appropriately indexed, stored and documented (metadata) according to industry standards.
•    Provide support in developing, archiving, documenting and making accessible geospatial database.
•    Perform spatial analyses related to addressing needs and gaps related to agriculture, food security, forest, land and water management.
•    Perform spatial analyses related to land management and land suitability analysis.
•    Provide key institutional memory and perspectives; assisting and orienting new staff in their technical duties.

Development of infographics for reporting

•    Produce high quality graphical outputs for regular Programme updates and technical publications.
•    Support the communication unit and reporting officer in the production of map-based infographics for better presentation of Programme achievements

Building of a library of maps for FAO South Sudan reference

•    Maintain and update FAO South Sudan’s digital map library ensuring maps and related data sets are updated frequently and contain appropriate metadata.
•    Organize and maintain all mapping related data sets to facilitate timely analysis and production of maps
•    Liaise with relevant government institutions and other humanitarian partners to ensure FAO South Sudan’s digital map repository is up-to-date with new shape files, analyses, maps and images.
•    Prepare map on the targeted areas of intervention including analysis of vulnerability and land degradation.
•    Increase access to hazard information and enhance its knowledge that ensure community-level preparedness, mitigation and disaster risk reduction.

Carry out other relevant tasks in the project

•    Collect and archive maps prepared by the Food Security cluster for reference purposes Work with the relevant International and National consultants to reinforce the capacity of FAO representation in RS and GIS Units for resources monitoring and information management.
•    Assist in any other relevant tasks within the project implementation framework as may be assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements

•    University degree in Natural Resource Management or Environmental Science or other relevant discipline from a recognized university
•    A minimum of 5 years of practical experience in the field of GIS and remote sensing
•    Working knowledge of English and any local language
•    National of South Sudan

FAO Core Competencies

•    Results Focus
•    Teamwork
•    Communication
•    Building Effective Relationships
•    Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

•    Demonstrated analytical and advanced computer skills, including expert knowledge of GIS technologies, database systems, standard spread sheets and other relevant software.
•    Demonstrated high levels of professionalism, multi-tasking skills.
•    Ability to work under minimum supervision.
•    Excellent interpersonal skills
•    Demonstrated openness in sharing information and keeping clients and colleagues informed.

Selection Criteria

•    Working experience in communications and/or reporting with nutrition-sensitive agricultural programmes and supporting the food security and/or nutrition sector in complex emergency contexts.
•    Demonstrated technical skills in GIS and RS work.
•    Advanced skill in arcGIS, Q-GIS, Google earth engine.