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GIS and Remote Sensing Expert

CESVI
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Position Title: GIS and Remote Sensing Expert

2024-12-23    Kabul     Part Time     125

Job Location: Kabul
Nationality: National/International (any)
Category: Nonprofit-Social Services
Employment Type: Part Time
Salary: 6000 USD
Vacancy Number: CESVI/AFG/2024/07
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Kabul
Organization: CESVI
Years of Experience: 5 years
Contract Duration: 30 days
Gender: Male/Female
Education: Advanced degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field.
Close date: 2024-12-23

About CESVI:

CESVI operates worldwide to support the most vulnerable populations in promoting human rights and achieving their ambitions, for sustainable development. It also believes that the recognition of human rights contributes to the wellbeing of everyone on the planet, a shared home to be safeguarded.

Job Descriptions:

The GIS and Remote Sensing Expert will provide technical expertise in spatial data collection, analysis, and visualization to support the program's objectives. The expert will ensure accurate and timely geospatial inputs for decision-making and program implementation.

Job Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

  1. Data Collection and Management
    • Collect, process, and manage spatial data from satellite imagery by using QGIS and Earth map software, and other sources.
    • Establish and maintain a geospatial database for the program.
  2. Spatial Analysis and Mapping
    • Develop high-resolution maps to identify vulnerable areas, land use patterns, and biodiversity hotspots.
    • Conduct spatial analyses to support disaster risk assessment and mitigation planning.
  3. Remote Sensing Applications
    • Process and analyze remote sensing data to monitor environmental changes, land cover patterns, drought conditions and deforestation
    • Provide inputs for climate vulnerability assessments using remote sensing data.
  4. Capacity Building
    • Train program staff and stakeholders on GIS and remote sensing tools and methodologies.
    • Develop user-friendly tools and workflows for field teams to collect and visualize geospatial data.
  5. Reporting and Documentation
    • Prepare detailed technical reports and presentations based on spatial analyses.
    • Document workflows and methodologies to ensure knowledge transfer and continuity.
  6. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
    • Collaborate with local authorities, NGOs, and academic institutions to ensure alignment with national and regional priorities.
    • Provide geospatial insights to support community-based conservation and development activities.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Advanced degree in GIS, Remote Sensing, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related field.
  • At least 5 years of professional experience in GIS and remote sensing, preferably in environmental conservation or DRR projects.
  • Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and remote sensing tools (e.g., ERDAS Imagine, Google Earth Engine).
  • Experience in programming languages for spatial analysis (e.g., Python, R) is an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of climate adaptation, biodiversity, and disaster risk management concepts.
  • Proven ability to work in challenging environments and with multidisciplinary teams.

Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and training abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
  • Fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is an asset.

Submission Guidelines:

Kindly submit your resume to ensuring that the position title is clearly stated in the subject line of your email.

Submission Email:

jobs.cesvi.afghanistan@gmail.com

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