Information and Knowledge Management GIS Officer P3

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WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

The United Nations World Food Programme is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide.  The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes.  Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

This role is based  in Headquarters (HQ), Rome, Italy.

The role reports directly to the Senior Earth Observation and Climate Analyst, within Vulnerability Analysis Unit (OSZAF), under Policy and Programme Division. 

JOB PURPOSE

To manage all information and data flows and public information interfaces that pertain to OSZA's activities and outputs, with a strong emphasis on dynamic geographical data

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Ensure collection, storage, distribution, integration and application of information and knowledge within the Analysis and Trends Service including Document Management and Library Services; Corporate Data and Reports Management as well as the WFP Food Security Analysis website, VAM information systems and VAM Social Media accounts.
2. Manage geo-databases and web GIS applications for visualizing Earth Observation (satellite) data and geo-referenced food security related information following WFP procedures.
3. Analyse food security data resources and user requirements; translate requirements into new information management applications and procedures and/or recommend enhancements in the functionality of existing procedures and systems.
4. Develop and implement a visualization and management strategy for multi-source, multi­ dimensional information, including Earth Observation and other gridded datasets, food security and market data, infra-structural and other corporate data elements.
5. Study existing cross-functional information sources and in close coordination with concerned divisions, collate the information into a single corporate repository; manage and maintain the Corporate Data Dictionary and Model to ensure consistency of information corporately.
6. Maintain close liaison with the officers responsible for other specific areas of KM and with officers responsible for information and Technology to ensure effective collaboration.
7. Promote the adoption of Open Data initiatives with other UN agencies and partners in line with innovative methodologies and best practices.
8. Coordinate the use of VAM's official information databases and other resources and coordinate deployment of information through the IKM media used by WFP to ensure effective knowledge management.
9. Monitor and keep up to date with technological changes relevant to the specific area of IKM; advise on and apply new emerging IKM technologies in order to ensure efficiency and user satisfaction.
10. Oversee user support and all aspects of problem management to ensure timely delivery of services to the user community.
11. Other accountabilities as required.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Advanced University degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Communications, Statistics or another related field, or First University degree with additional years of related work experience and/or advanced training/courses. 

Experience:

• At least 5 years  of  relevant  progressively  responsible experience  in the  field of Information  & Knowledge  Management with  specific  focus  on  food security  data collection, archiving and systems  integration. 
• Proven in-depth work experience with MS SQL Server database sedign and architecture, database interoperability.

Language:

• Fluency (level C) in English language.
• Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese.

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Ability to deploy and manage MS  nternet  nformation Services, ASP, ASP.NET and MS Sharepoint applications.
• Ability to install and manage ESRI ArcSDE, ArcG S Server and ArcG S Desktop. Good knowledge of G S data formats and geo-processing concepts.
• Understanding of Earth Observation data structures, sources, standard processing procedures and applicability to food security analysis.
• Practical knowledge in design, training and use of mobile technology for data collection and transmission including SMS text messaging and mobile connectivity.
• Experience  to  manage  complex  food  security  and  market  datasets  regarding nutrition, resilience and access to food for knowledge sharing.
• General knowledge of UN system policies, rules, regulations and procedures governing administration and procurement.
• Familiarity with UNICC IT infrastructures and policies.
• Basic  knowledge  in  quantitative  data  analysis  and  use  of  SPSS  or  STATA applications.
• Experience with data visualization tools and spatial libraries (Highcharts, Kenda Telerik, Tableau,etc.) for food security and geography data.
• Experience with Open Data platforms and initiatives.
• Experience with APIs, data integration and data sharing.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Non-Rotational Nature

Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. This position is however classified as “non-rotational” which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational.

WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel and shipment allowances, 30 days’ annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance.

Please visit the following websites for detailed information on working with http://www.wfp.org  Click on: “Where we work” and “Our work” to learn more about WFP’s operations.
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http://www.unstaffmobility.org  Learn more about countries where the UN operates

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

7 April 2019

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Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply

WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.