In March 2004, OCHA adopted an information management strategy which recognized the importance of information management for effective humanitarian coordination. As part of the strategy, it has been agreed that every OCHA field office should have the capacity to establish and maintain an information management (IM) system. This will be done by creating Information Management Units (IMU) in all OCHA field offices. The IMU will be an integral part of the OCHA office and will provide services both internal and external: Internally, the IMU will assist in improving the Office’s information flow, standardization and security. Externally, the IMU will provide IM services and products (e.g. database development, mapping) to humanitarian partners in-country, including UN Agencies, NGOs, donors, IOs and national counterparts lacking the requisite in-house capacity. The IMO will come under the direct supervision of the Information Management Officer of OCHA . 

II. Functions / Results Expected 2. Duties and Responsibilities The IMO will be responsible for: • Manage all GIS/IM projects in Darfur, collect information on Who Does What & Where, Regular update of Humanitarian access database, tracking incidents, Data processing and report preparation. • Identify and developed all spatial data resources needed to support humanitarian services to partner agencies in Darfur. • Provide necessary information management technical supports and advise to Sectors and sector focal points. • Organize GIS, IM, GPS and Knowledge Management awareness among the partners and Government counter parts. • Implement GIS, Database and IM standards and support in implementation of IM strategy for 2010. • Developing bespoke GIS/IM applications as requested by the IMU manager to provide coordination tools for OCHA • Contributing to IM efforts, especially the IMWG, by providing guidance to IM issues, acting as the secretariat for regular meetings, setting the agenda, providing data and Map services, and actively promoting data standards in Darfur. • Liaising with appropriate UN Agencies, NGOs, Donors and government offices regarding geo-spatial data sets, and data standards. • Any other duties as may be requested by the Supervisor. III. Impact of Results 3. UN Competencies • Professionalism – Advanced knowledge of the use of GIS to improve the delivery of humanitarian assistance; ability to analyse and articulate the GIS/IM requirements of complex situations requiring a coordinated UN response; demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to use sound judgment to ensure the effective and timely completion of complex tasks; ability to work under pressure, on occasion in a highly stressful environment (e.g. civil strife, natural disasters and human misery); very good knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to humanitarian affairs and sound knowledge of the institutions of the UN system; • Client Orientation – Considers all those to whom services are provided to be ‘clients’ and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients; environments to keep informed and anticipate problems; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to clients. • Commitment to Continuous Learning – Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the field. • Communications – Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey complex concepts and recommendations to staff at senior levels, both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise style. • Planning & Organizing – Ability to coordinate the work of others, work to tight deadlines and handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Technology Awareness – Fully proficient computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications, e.g. word processing, spread sheets, internal databases, Internet, etc. • Teamwork – Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Education: Education: Advanced degree (Master Degree) on GIS/MIS and any related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience in a related area .Excellent knowledge of database development tools and software (ex. SQL, MS Access, Visual Basic, MS Info Page, HTML) Advanced knowledge of standard soft ware packages (MS FrontPage, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) Demonstrated practical knowledge of database development and implementation in a humanitarian context. Previous successful information management experience Ability to work with a diverse team in a complex environment Fluency in English, including ability to write clearly and concisely Desirable qualifications include: Experience working for an operational UN Agency or NGO, and additional proficiencies in database and website development, or IT Experience: A minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible professional experience, in GIS/IM or a related field. Advanced knowledge of GIS applications (ESRI products) , image processing and geo-spatial database Language Requirements: Fluency in English, including ability to write clearly and concisely Desirable qualifications include: Experience working for an operational UN Agency or NGO, and additional proficiencies in database and website development, or IT

Interested applicants should submit their CVs with photocopies certificates addressed to the OCHA Office House 350, Block 21, Riyadh Off Abdulla El Tabyeb Rd. “ Mark on the Envelope Post No and Title of Job” Candidates will be required to take and pass a technical written exam to qualify for the oral interview. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview and Oral test. (Please send application letter plus copies of your CV only). Candidates from Darfur are highly encouraged Females are highly encouraged to apply