Associate Geographic Information System (GIS) Officer at UNRWA – Programme Infrastructure/Engineering – Syria – Syria
Recruiter: UNRWA – Programme Infrastructure/Engineering – Syria
About UNRWA – Programme Infrastructure/Engineering – Syria
UNRWA (re-list) is a humanitarian organization delivering critical assistance to people affected by conflict, displacement, and crisis. It mobilizes resources and expertise to provide emergency relief, including food, shelter, medical care, and protection services, helping vulnerable populations survive and rebuild their lives with dignity.
Job Summary
This consultancy provides an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise to UNRWA – Programme Infrastructure/Engineering – Syria’s mission in engineering and infrastructure. Working in Syria, you will apply your professional skills to address complex challenges in engineering and infrastructure and support the organization’s programmatic objectives. This role offers the flexibility of consultancy work while contributing to meaningful international development outcomes with global impact.
Full Job Description
Result of Service
The duration of the consultancy is 6 months, renewable subject to budget availability and satisfactory performance
Work Location
Syria Field Office, Damascus
Expected duration
6 months
Duties and Responsibilities
The incumbent: 1- Prepares, using the GIS software, all drafting works necessary for the production of maps, diagrams, charts and locations and all attributes related to the GIS polygons, including, editing GIS features and attributes, transferring data between GIS and AutoCAD, collating GIS data with external database; organizes layers in GIS maps and changes symbology for viewing and presentation purposes; Ability to work on many tools including geographic web tools such as Google Earth; 2- Coordinates and seeks advice and guidance from GIS & Information Management specialist-HQA in relation to the projects needs, based on the data available for the camps improvement; produces reports, statistical and cartographic analysis as required. 3- Provides support for staff in data collection and provides relevant information, data, forms, and maps that are required for conducting surveys and developing designs, for engineering works. 4- Produces hard copies of the GIS maps, designs and plans, extracts reports based on analysis of the GIS data; 5- Prepares drawings, diagrams, charts and simple graphic works to be used in presentations as required, including those presented to community. 6- Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications/special skills
A university degree in information management, information science, geography, architecture, urban planning or similar with mandatory formal/certified training in GIS. At least three years experience in data management, and GIS with demonstrated ability in development, analysis. Experience in managing databases, Cartographic skills, digitizing on GIS and other GIS tools. Proficiency in ArcGIS and/or QGIS, spatial databases, dashboard creation and GIS story maps. Experience with GPS data collection and remote sensing is an asset
Languages
Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic
Additional Information
Desirable Qualifications: 1- Knowledge of UNRWAs operations. 2- Experience in working on urban planning/master planning or similar kind of projects Competencies: 1-UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core 2- Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default. 3- Creativity and innovation 4- Strong communication and working with people 5- Drive for results 6- Planning and organizing 7- Analyzes and integrates quantitative, qualitative and spatial data.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS BANK ACCOUNTS.
Key Details
- Job Title: Associate Geographic Information System (GIS) Officer
- Grade: CON
- Location: Damascus, Syria
- Department: UNRWA – Programme Infrastructure/Engineering – Syria
- Contract Type: Consultancy
- Salary Range:$50,000.0 – $120,000.0 USD annually
Qualifications
- Good command of written and spoken English and Arabic
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. It is encouraged that applications be updated in the case where new skills or experience are obtained from the time of the initial application so that programme managers will have the most up-to-date information to aid them in their recruiting.