GIS Officer

The International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is hiring a GIS Officer.

Job Summary

Responsible for conception, preparation, and production of appropriate static- and web-maps for INSO’s informational outputs and ensure dynamic linkages between GIS data and INSO’s Incident Database.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify map information needs in collaboration with the Information Management Team;
• Identify and access map information sources;
• Under supervision and in collaboration with Information Manager, produce standard map products for bi-weekly/quarterly reports and roundtable meetings in a timely manner. Produce ad hoc maps for those outputs as requested,
• Identify obstacles related to the collection, analysis and dissemination of information and develop appropriate improvement strategies;
• Produce and maintain high-quality, security-relevant static and web-maps, including security incident mapping; area of influence mapping; and the production of detailed risk maps for key roads and cities;
• Provide GIS-relevant inputs on field missions intended to gather data for INSO outputs, including maps. More specifically, ensuring the regional teams are entering GIS data correctly into the database,
• Work closely with the Information Manager to ensure accurate and regularly updated linkages between GIS maps and INSO’s Incident Database;
• Collaborate with information team on the migration and operation of INSO Incident Database system;
• Provide support in production of any other visuals like graphics, flowcharts, mind maps etc;
• Substitute Information Manager and support the team in his/her absence.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Sciences, GIS or relevant field;
• Fluency in Portuguese and English written and verbal,
• 3 years of relevant work experience;
• Excellent skills in ArcGIS Pro or ArcMap (alternatively QGIS) and Microsoft Office tools;
• Be systematic, proactive, innovative, self-motivated and detail=oriented.

Nice to Have

• Excellent analytical skills;
• Working experience with humanitarian organizations, particularly with NGOs;
• Knowledge of other local languages;
• Experience in automation of GIS workflows;
• Knowledge of SQL, R or Python;
• Experience in creating PowerBI / ArcGIS online dashboards.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to identify issues, analyse and participate in the resolution of issues/problems;
• Excellent communication, organizational and managerial skills;
• Demonstrated understanding of humanitarian principles and practices;
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently unsupervised;
• Strong work ethic and capacity to take responsibility for his/her own actions;
• Be able to work under pressure;
• Confidentiality, integrity, and a sense of conflict-of-interest prevention;
• Self-motivation, courtesy, and humility;
• Capacity to work in multicultural environments.

INSO’s Safeguarding Policy

INSO is fully committed to safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all potential new staff, trustees and volunteers and we will ensure rigorous compliance with our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policy throughout the recruitment process.
Terms & Conditions: 12-month renewable contract.

Organisation Background

Founded in 2011, the International NGO Safety Organisation (INSO) is an international non-governmental organization that supports humanitarian aid workers by establishing safety coordination platforms. INSO provides registered NGOs with a range of services including real-time incident tracking, analytical reports, safety-related data and mapping, crisis management support, staff orientations and training. INSO provides daily support to more than 1000 NGOs operating in 16 countries.

INSO Mozambique

INSO is opening its first program in Mozambique to provide expertise coordination services to enhance the delivery of aid and preserve the safety of staff employed by NGOs offering humanitarian and emergency assistance to the people living in the northern and central regions of the country. By joining INSO Mozambique you will be supporting the humanitarian programs working to help the people that have been displaced and lost their livelihoods.

How to apply

Please submit completed applications to [email protected] and reference GIS Officer in the subject line. Applications should be in English and include:

• An updated CV (maximum 3 pages);
• A one-page cover letter detailing why you are interested in working for INSO and how your qualifications align specifically with the competencies required for the role;
• Examples of three to five static or online maps produced by you previously.

Please do not send any additional information. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.