Remote Sensing and GIS Specialist

Islamabad

Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Location: Islamabad
Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Engineering
- Meteorology, Geology and Geography
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Population matters (trends and census)
- Mechanics and Electronics (Engineering)
Closing Date: Closed

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FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

Organizational Setting

This position is located in FAO Representation to Pakistan, based in Country office in Islamabad. The main aim of the FAO country offices, which are headed by an FAO Representative, is to assist governments using geospatial technologies to develop policies, programmes and projects to achieve food security and to reduce hunger and malnutrition, to help develop the agricultural, fisheries and forestry sectors and to use their environmental and natural resources in a sustainable manner.
The position is on SB 4 SC 8

Reporting Lines

Under the overall guidance of the FAO Representative in Pakistan, and Direct Supervision of Assistant FAO Representative (Programme), the incumbent will carry out the following tasks.

Technical Focus

Geographic Information Systems/Remote Sensing.
Conduct GIS and RS assessment and provide technical guidance and support to project staff on GIS and RS data collection, processing, and analysis.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to support project teams and national offices in the GIS/RS applications for soil, land and water monitoring in agriculture.
• Undertake GIS and RS capabilities needs assessment within the country to identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct GIS and RS assessment and provide technical guidance and support to project staff on GIS and RS data collection, processing, and analysis.
• Assist in the acquisition, processing, and interpretation of satellite imagery and other geospatial data crucial for national projects.
• Collaborate and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure the optimal utilization of GIS and RS outputs for informed decision-making.
• Deliver training sessions to project staff and national counterparts on GIS and RS techniques and tools based on their specific needs.
• Produce high-quality maps, spatial analyses, and reports as required to support project objectives.
• Ensure adherence to international standards for land monitoring, including documentation, metadata, legend preparation, and classification, validation, and accuracy assessments.
• Develop Geodatabases and identify appropriate GIS datasets/tools and sources for food security and agriculture applications.
• Provide support to global and regional geospatial initiatives/projects and facilitate their launch in Pakistan.
• Play a pivotal role in national capacity development by preparing guidance materials on geospatial information and remote sensing, and country-specific knowledge sharing materials.
• Assist in the development and publication of geospatial datasets related to soil, land and water resources, agro-climatic resources, vegetation, crop production, and emergency impact assessment.
• Contribute to the innovation of technical digital agricultural solutions to enhance the generation of timely geospatial data for agricultural monitoring.
• Support the implementation of innovative data collection methods by integrating field and remote sensing techniques for agricultural, land, and water monitoring systems.
• Disseminate geospatial data and metadata through various media formats such as digital and paper atlases, map layouts, and posters.
• Prepare technical and scientific reports, papers, and guidelines documenting project activities, results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Undertake any other tasks as required to support the successful execution of project objectives.
• Join us in making a meaningful impact through your expertise in GIS/RS and dedication to advancing national projects.
• Support the collation, standardization, analysis and reporting of geospatial data and metadata from multiple sources in support to the FAO Hand-in-Hand initiative.
• Perform any other tasks required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced University degree in GIS/RS
• At least five years of experience in spatial data handling and analysis, satellite data processing and management, GIS and remote sensing applications
• Working knowledge of English and Urdu
• National of Pakistan

FAO Core Competencies

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

Selection Criteria

• Experience in using GIS and remote sensing (RS) software for mapping and spatial analysis related to FAO areas of wok.
• Knowledge of the areas of work of FAO
• Experience on using a programming language (e.g. Python, GEE API) for spatial data analysis.
• Ability to apply techniques on data cleaning.
• Proven experience on writing technical documentation.
• Ability to use computer software such as MS Office and other project management software and database.
• Quality of both oral and written communication skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http\://www.whed.net/
For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website\: http\://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
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• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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