Analyst, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)_LN at International Medical Corps (IMC)

International Medical Corps is a global, humanitarian, nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and Nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in under-served communities worldwide.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Analyst, Geographic Information Systems (GIS)_LN

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time
Category: Health Informatics

Job Summary

• The primary duty of the Analyst, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is to independently analyze geospatial vector and raster data to find health, humanitarian, and disaster trends using various research methodologies.
• Additionally, the Analyst, GIS creates, organizes, and optimizes geospatial layers in various formats (for web and for print); maintains and updates mapping products/applications.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function with or without reasonable accommodation.

Main Tasks And Responsibilities

• This position works independently and collaboratively conducting research, gathering, analyzing, and compiling GIS data from a variety of sources and determining how the information can best be leveraged for GIS purposes.
• S/he is expected to be proficient in working with ArcGIS or other GIS software, data mapping, and regularly perform data and spatial analyses and create GIS outputs.

Statics Maps / Data Collection:

• Collects and converts data received from outside sources to make it available for mapping projects.
• Develop spatial data layers using GIS technology.
• Design, develop and publish high quality mapping projects.

Administration:

• Research and locate data layers for International Medical Corps GIS data catalog.
• Create and compile metadata for geospatial data following industry standards.
• Perform quality control checks of products created using mapping applications.
• Assist in maintaining Security for ArcGIS and other GIS software systems used at International Medical Corps.
• Maintains documentation

Analysis / Research:

• Research and stay current on the latest in GIS technology.
• Analyze data using GIS spatial analysis tools.
• Analyze high resolution satellite imagery.
• Perform data analysis and computer programming for GIS applications.
• Provide subject matter expertise on geospatial analysis.
• Perform research for future enhancements of GIS system.
• Maintains and continually upgrades knowledge of GIS functionality and best practices.

Other Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with International Medical Corps policies, rules, regulations.
• Prepare ad hoc data and map products as requested by supervisor and senior management team.
• Work with a positive attitude demonstrating teamwork.
• Exhibit honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• The duties and responsibilities listed in this document are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and not necessarily all inclusive.

Minimum Qualifications

• Typically, a Bachelor's Degree from a four-year College or university.
• Master's Degree in Geography, Planning, Engineering, Geo Information Systems, Computer science or related field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
• Typically, 5+ years of relevant experience with GIS software systems.
• Basic skills and knowledge of cartographic principles.
• Experience with geodatabases for the compilation and analysis of geographic data.
• Experience with raster and vector geospatial data.
• Experience working with MS SQL Server is preferred.
• Python experience is preferred.
• Strong analytic, problem solving, and collaboration skills.
• Outstanding organizational skills.

Application Closing Date
11th November, 2024.