The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Due to a new funding opportunity, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks to recruit suitable candidates to implement   a potential humanitarian response that is expected to focus on addressing urgent protection and multi‑sector needs in areas classified as high‑severity humanitarian contexts, where newly arrived and existing refugee populations continue to face significant protection risks. The planned intervention will prioritize rapid, life‑saving activities targeting vulnerable individuals and households and will be implemented across Kiryandongo, Palorinya, Palabek, and Adjumani refugee settlements.

SCOPE OF WORK:

The GIS Officer will support the Protection Project by providing technical expertise in geographic information systems (GIS), spatial analysis, mapping, and data management for programs related to protection services, cash assistance, and shelter interventions.

The position will support program teams in mapping beneficiary locations, service coverage, vulnerability hotspots, and project activities, enabling better planning, monitoring, and decision-making. Working closely with the MEAL, Protection, Cash, and Shelter teams, the GIS Officer will ensure that spatial data is collected, analyzed, and visualized to support evidence-based programming, program targeting, and reporting.

Key responsibilities:

GIS Mapping and Spatial Analysis

  • Develop and produce GIS maps and spatial visualizations to support Protection, Cash, and Shelter programming.
  • Map project locations, service delivery points, and beneficiary coverage across refugee settlements and host communities.
  • Conduct spatial analysis to identify vulnerability hotspots and service gaps.
  • Support mapping of cash distribution points, shelter construction locations, and protection service centers.
  • Ensure accurate geospatial data collection and validation for project activities.

Data Management and Analysis

  • Support the design and management of geospatial databases for project data.
  • Clean, analyze, and visualize spatial data for program monitoring and reporting.
  • Integrate GIS data with program monitoring data to support analysis and decision-making.
  • Support data analysis for targeting, beneficiary selection, and service coverage assessment.
  • Maintain updated spatial datasets related to population distribution, infrastructure, and services.

Support Program Planning and Monitoring

  • Work with program teams to support evidence-based planning and targeting protection, cash, and shelter interventions.
  • Support Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM) mapping for cash assistance programs.
  • Map shelter construction progress and infrastructure development.
  • Provide GIS support for needs assessments, baseline surveys, and evaluations.
  • Support development of dashboards and visual data products for program monitoring.

Information Visualization and Reporting

  • Develop maps, infographics, and visual reports for internal and external reporting
  • Support program teams in producing GIS-based visualizations for donor reports and presentations.
  • Ensure GIS outputs are clear, accurate, and accessible to program teams.
  • Support preparation of technical reports and spatial analysis briefs.

Coordination and Collaboration

  • Work closely with MEAL, Protection, Cash, and Shelter teams to ensure spatial data supports program implementation.
  • Support coordination with government agencies, UN partners, and humanitarian actors on GIS data and mapping.
  • Participate in information management and GIS coordination meetings at settlement or district level.
  • Support training of program staff on basic GIS tools and spatial data collection.

Education and Technical Competencies:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Geospatial Science, Geography, Geomatics, Remote Sensing, Data Science, or related field.
  • Additional certification in GIS software, spatial analysis, or remote sensing will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in GIS, spatial analysis, or geospatial data management.
  • Experience supporting humanitarian or development programs is preferred.
  • Experience working in protection, cash assistance, or shelter programs is an added advantage.
  • Experience working in refugee or displacement contexts is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience producing GIS maps, dashboards, and spatial analysis reports.
  • Strong skills in GIS software such as ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar platforms.
  • Experience with spatial data analysis and geospatial databases.
  • Ability to develop clear and visually engaging maps and data visualizations.
  • Experience working with mobile data collection tools (Comcare) is an advantage.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.

NB: This advert will close on 22nd March 2026.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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