The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) - Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
ICRC Delegation in Abuja is looking for a qualified and motivated candidate with the capacity to work independently to fill in the position below:
Job Title: Geographical Information System (GIS) Officer
Location: Abuja
Main Responsibilities
- Produce maps to support the humanitarian objectives of the delegation following ICRC GIS Guidelines.
- Organize and maintain the Geo-database of the delegation.
- Maintain Synergy Geographic Referential.
- Support Delegation Staff in collecting and managing Geo-Data
- Provide regular Geoportal / GPS / GIS trainings to ICRC delegation colleagues
- Carry out regular GIS support missions (to the ICRC Sub delegation and Offices).
- Prepare and maintain basic geo-referential data.
Required Qualifications
- University Degree in GIS or related field.
- 2 years work experience in a similar function.
- Good command of written and spoken English.
- Capacity to integrate and implement ICRC policies and procedures.
- Ability to work Independently and train others in GIS.
- Willingness of self-education in GIS (Knowledge in Web Mapping an advantage)
- Very good database managements skills.
- Good analysis and synthesis capacities.
Personal Requirements:
- Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
- Ability to work independently and capacity to take initiatives when appropriate
- Team-work oriented with sound communication skills
- Punctual, reliable confirmed organisational skills
- Sound empathy when dealing with people/beneficiaries
- Adaptability and capacity to integrate changes
- Sound capacity to strictly apply ICRC rules and working procedures
Application Closing Date
26th March, 2015.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application (letter of motivation, CV, copies of certificates/diploma, references) to:
Attn. Administrator,
ICRC Abuja,
31 Pope John Paul II Street,
Maitama,
Abuja.
Note
- Candidate should clearly indicate "GlS-Officer Abuja" on your envelope.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.