Job ID
41129
Job Title
Information Management (IM)/GIS Officer
To work for
Finn Church Aid (FCA)
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Analysis/Statistic - IT Software/IT Security
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Finished or Exempted (For male)
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
1. Data Management:
o Develop and maintain databases to store and manage spatial and non-spatial data.
o Ensure data quality, consistency, and security.
o Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources.
2. GIS Mapping:
o Create and update maps to support project planning and decision-making.
o Produce high-quality cartographic outputs for reports, presentations, and publications.
o Conduct spatial analysis to identify trends and patterns.
3. Information Dissemination:
o Develop and distribute information products (e.g., maps, reports, dashboards) to stakeholders.
o Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information.
o Maintain an up-to-date repository of information products.
4. Technical Support:
o Provide technical support and training to staff on data management and GIS tools.
o Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to GIS software and databases.
o Stay updated on the latest developments in GIS and information management technologies.
5. Coordination and Collaboration:
o Collaborate with other departments and external partners to gather and share information.
o Participate in coordination meetings and represent the organization in relevant forums.
o Support the development and implementation of information management strategies.
6. Reporting and Documentation:
o Prepare regular reports on information management activities and achievements.
o Document methodologies and processes for data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
o Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy policies.
o Develop and maintain databases to store and manage spatial and non-spatial data.
o Ensure data quality, consistency, and security.
o Collect, clean, and analyze data from various sources.
2. GIS Mapping:
o Create and update maps to support project planning and decision-making.
o Produce high-quality cartographic outputs for reports, presentations, and publications.
o Conduct spatial analysis to identify trends and patterns.
3. Information Dissemination:
o Develop and distribute information products (e.g., maps, reports, dashboards) to stakeholders.
o Ensure timely and accurate dissemination of information.
o Maintain an up-to-date repository of information products.
4. Technical Support:
o Provide technical support and training to staff on data management and GIS tools.
o Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to GIS software and databases.
o Stay updated on the latest developments in GIS and information management technologies.
5. Coordination and Collaboration:
o Collaborate with other departments and external partners to gather and share information.
o Participate in coordination meetings and represent the organization in relevant forums.
o Support the development and implementation of information management strategies.
6. Reporting and Documentation:
o Prepare regular reports on information management activities and achievements.
o Document methodologies and processes for data collection, analysis, and dissemination.
o Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy policies.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Geography, Information Management, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of [2] years of experience in information management or GIS, preferably within the humanitarian or non-profit sector.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and database management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Minimum of [2] years of experience in information management or GIS, preferably within the humanitarian or non-profit sector.
• Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) and database management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Salary and Benefits
As per FCA salary scale
About us
Finn Church Aid (FCA) is the largest Finnish organization dedicated to development. Our mission is to bring about positive change by providing assistance to the most vulnerable individuals in fragile contexts.
FCA has been active in Syria since 2019, operating under the umbrella of SARC. Our primary focus has been on delivering relief and early recovery services to vulnerable Syrian populations. These services encompass various humanitarian sectors, including Education in Emergency, Early Recovery, livelihood, Shelter/NFI, WASH, and the distribution of multipurpose cash to the most vulnerable segments of the population.
FCA has been active in Syria since 2019, operating under the umbrella of SARC. Our primary focus has been on delivering relief and early recovery services to vulnerable Syrian populations. These services encompass various humanitarian sectors, including Education in Emergency, Early Recovery, livelihood, Shelter/NFI, WASH, and the distribution of multipurpose cash to the most vulnerable segments of the population.
Required employees number
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Posted On
Oct 21, 2024
Expiry Date
Nov 20, 2024
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CV Language
English