Geospatial Developer

Eligibility criteria

Minimum age: 25 years old. Nationals of the country of assignment are not eligible.

Description of task

Under the direct supervision of Chief of the GIS Unit, GITTS or his/her designated officer, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Assisting with the development of IT and Web mapping services applications and web templates/ web services for GIS clients using ESRI or FOSS4G software;
• Utilizing ArcGIS Server, SQL, ArcGIS Monitor, ArcSDE, ArcMap;
• Supporting the operating of the mission’s intranet map server and its associated web map services;
• Undertaking GIS server administration, which includes the installation, configuration, testing, server backup and implementing disaster recovery plans in coordination with the Geospatial Information and Telecommunications Technology Section (GITTS); as well as optimising the availability and responsiveness of various server functions such as geo-database, file and web/applications;
• Assisting in providing technical support including: software; hardware; and geographic information systems support;
• Archiving mission geographic data and maintaining the mission's geo-database system using SQL for SQL Server;
• Providing technical support in the administration of desktop workstations including first level troubleshooting, application software installations and updates, as well as the upkeep of peripheral equipment including plotters and scanners;
• Maintaining GIS Stock & Assets Inventory on a monthly basis;
• Populating the GIS data repository and implementing appropriate data security and access controls;
• Assisting the GIS Unit in software and hardware procurement, and budgetary matters;
• Preparing training materials, tutorials and presentations and cross training;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements Required degree level: Bachelor degree or equivalent Education - Additional Comments:

Bachelor or master’s degree in the field of GIS, Mapping, Engineering or equivalent which involves GIS and a strong background in the field of Information Technology (IT) or a bachelor’s degree in the field of IT and a strong background in the field of GIS.

Required experience: 36 Months Experience remark:

• Minimum three (3) years extensive and progressively responsible experience in GIS system integration, web GIS developing, programming with Java, C#, .net, SQL server;
• Designing Geodatabase and its related works are required;

Language skills:

• English(Mandatory), Level - Fluent

Area of expertise: Other information and telecommunications technology experience Area of expertise details:

• Experience in a multinational working environment an asset;
• Experience with server administration and maintenance;
• Excellent written and spoken English;
• Solid computer skills, including full proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word etc) and other IT applications and office technology equipment;
• Have a valid driver’s license and proven ability to drive manual gear 4x4 vehicles;
• Have affinity with or interest in humanitarian relief, post-conflict situations, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System;
• Sound security awareness.

Driving license: Yes Competencies values:

Accountability, Adaptability and Flexibility, Commitment and Motivation, Commitment to Continuous Learning, Communication, Integrity, Planning and Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Working in Teams