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    Geographical Information System - Nairobi, Kenya - World Vision Kenya

    World Vision Kenya
    World Vision Kenya Nairobi, Kenya

    1 week ago

    World Vision Kenya background
    Full time
    Description

    World Vision is an international Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation working in almost 100 countries world-wide to create lasting change in the lives of children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.


    Key Responsibilities:
    40%


    GIS Development and Compliance:
    Develop/rollout GIS system and databases for all World Vision Kenya THRIVE 2030 Program.
    Participate in development of monitoring tools and incorporate spatial analysis into the methodologies so that change can be visualized spatially
    Develop specifications for additional GIS and GPS related hardware and software
    Produce maps and data for THRIVE Project coverage areas. This includes mapping of all Households, S4T and Producer groups.
    Design and update database, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations.
    Coordinate GIS databases maintenance as per international standards
    Ensure that GIS business processes, standards and policies developed in coordination with other WVK entities are effectively and consistently used by operations staff
    Simplified systems in place for use in GIS mapping and data visualization
    GIS monitoring tools developed for use
    Appropriate GIS software's and equipment's available for use in GIS mapping and data analysis
    Up to date GIS maps and information regarding THRIVE Project.

    35%

    GIS Data Collection, Analysis, Management and Reporting

    Field visits to monitor GIS operationalization in THRIVE project areas and collect data
    Conduct research to locate and obtain existing databases.
    Analyse spatial data for geographic statistics to incorporate into documents and reports.

    Compile geographic data from a variety of sources including customer surveys, field Observation, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.

    Prepares, updates, and distributes GIS maps and new information within the organizationn.
    Prepare and provide GIS reports which are evidence-based, based on the data collected from the project areas and share with the staff and stakeholders in a simple map depicting change/impact
    Maintain inventory of system maps as related to GIS (converts from CAD when necessary)
    Up to date GIS Operations in THRIVE Project
    Relevant and up to data Geodatabases in use
    Up to date analysed and usable data in relevant information repository and shared with relevant staff.
    Up to date GIS maps and information regarding THRIVE Project locations
    Up to date inventory of system maps in WVK approved repository for utilization

    15%

    Capacity Building

    Keep current with new GIS and GPS information and technology (updates the systems)
    Prepare training materials and make presentations to WVK THRIVE Staff and partners
    Guide GIS system users in creating requirements for GIS Software
    Writes documentation to support software
    Regular training/induction on emerging trends in GIS for self and WVK THRIVE Project staff.
    100% of the THRIVE Project Staff inducted on GIS and GPS information and it role in the organization
    GIS system improvements and License/ user rights provisioning as requested by users.

    5%

    Advocacy, Engagement and Networking

    Ensure high quality presentation of GIS products to WVK staff, donors, NGOs, Government and other stakeholders.
    Linkages with partners (NGOs, County and National government, church, bilateral and multilateral agencies) in resources mapping for development.
    GIS Products presented to leadership and relevant stakeholders for learning and decision making
    Reports of engagements and new information documented for use.
    Participation reports in GIS events and observation of key GIS days both local and international.

    5%

    Others

    Support fundraising teams during proposal development upon their request in relation to GIS initiatives

    Qualifications and Skills

    At least 4 years' experience in conceptualization and preparation of maps and other cartographic products using ArcGIS products; working knowledge of the latest version of the software, i.e.

    , ArcGIS 10;
    Must demonstrate ability to design methodologies for collecting GIS data, manage spatial datasets, and maintain the strictest confidentiality of sensitive data while ensuring protocols for usage and licensing of procured GIS datasets are carefully followed;
    Experience in concepts/proposal development for GIS related initiatives is added advantage
    Demonstrate ability to use open-source GIS software for data Analysis and presentation
    Bachelor's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geography or Environmental Bio-systems, or Agricultural related courses with post graduate training in GIS
    Geomatics Engineering, Environmental Bio-systems or Geographical Information System
    Analytical skills on GIS data
    GIS data visualization skills preferably Tableau, Power BI or any other emerging applications
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