GIS Operator at ICRC - International Committee of the Red Cross

Main Responsibilities:

• Supports the Nigeria delegation on maps production, geo-data analysis and implementation of geospatial projects.
• Enters geo-data information in the database and produces maps
• Updates Water and Habitat projects database and mapping activities that will facilitate better program management within the Water and Habitat department.
• Creates and updates the maps library of the delegation with the ICRC and the external source maps
• Trains/coaches ICRC staff on the preparation of data to be processed with the GIS, on utilisation of GPS, Geoportal, and other GIS tools
• Links with external institutions or units in charge of producing reference maps
• Proposes, designs and creates other GIS related project

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree, some college coursework completed, an Associate Degree or equivalent higher education degree in architecture, IT, engineering, geography or any related field
• Additional vocational training in GIS systems, IT or similar field
• 4-6 years of experience in GIS system management or similar position
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Expert level in computer skills
• Very good database managements skills.
• Capacity to integrate and implement ICRC policies and procedures.
• Excellent knowledge of the geographical assigned environment

Personal Attributes:

• Willingness of self-education, particularly in GIS, Web Mapping and IT tools.
• Confirmed capacity to work independently and autonomously
• Very good assessment, analysis and synthesis skills.
• High capacity to work in a team.
• High motivation and proactivity, taking responsibility
• Good Planning and Organization skills
• Capacity to train others in GIS