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Logistics Associate SC6 (GIS), Khartoum
UNWFP
 Vacancy No: 141820
 Section/Unit: Logistics
 Grade Level: SC 6
 Supervisor: Head of Logistics
 No. of Post: 141820
 Duty Station: Khartoum
 Duration: One Year
 Closing Date: 27 April 2021
 
 Background:

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

 

 

 

At WFP, we are looking for a Logistics Associate (GIS) for our offices in Khartoum Sudan to be hired on a Service Contract at the SC6 level.
 
 Duties and responsibilities:

JOB PURPOSE

To support the WFP Sudan operations in Food security geographical analysis requiring the integration of diverse data sources and large quantities of information.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

  1. Closely work with senior staff to meet their Geographic Information System (GIS) needs for mapping & analysis, requirements, and required outputs.
  2. Timely preparation, maintenance and provision of geographic information and maps in support of the mission’s operations using GIS software and related equipment.
  3. Collect, process, and evaluate geographic data including vector, raster, and thematic data; Compile large-scale Logistic maps and small-scale briefing/report maps.
  4. Update GIS and other information systems and databases, applying additional knowledge of spatial feature representations.
  5. Create maps, infographic, and graphs, using GIS software and related equipment.
  6. Report to direct supervisor on implementation status, including the progress, Support the development of graphics and layout for regular visibility material for partners and other consumers.
  7. Weekly Update Physical access constraint map for Logistic Cluster and especially during rainy season.
  8. Generate General Logistics Planning Map (GLPM), for whole Sudan and for area offices.
  9. Produce Road assessment Maps.
  10. Create maps showing locations of WFP warehouses in Sudan plus capacities.
  11. Support Logistic in Area offices, regarding maps and spatial information
  12. Responsible for managing digital mapping data and performing analysis to answer GIS questions.
  13. Timely analysis of data to process into visual maps, metrics and readable reports.
  14. Establishing and monitoring road transport routes.
  15. Regular update of visibility material (such as maps) for partners.
  16. Updating patterns and trends through spatial mapping of data

 
 
 Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

Education: Secondary school education preferably, supplemented by Diploma Courses in data management, organization and analysis, and any other field related to Vulnerability Analysis & Mapping.

 

Experience:  At least Five years of progressive working experience in producing maps, working with GIS software and data analysis.

 

 

Language: Fluency in both English and Arabic.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

  • Sound understanding/knowledge of GIS software (including coordinates)
  • Knowledge of spatial feature representation
  • Strong knowledge in data analysis
  • Strong knowledge managing Geodatabases.

 

Closing date: 27 April 2021

  • Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • WFP has zero-tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
  • This position is open ONLY to Sudanese nationals or those authorized to live and work in Sudan according to Sudanese regulations. Applicants who do not meet this criterion will not be considered for this position.
  • WFP does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment process.
  • Applicants should state the duty stations they are interested in while completing their cover letters.
  • CANDIDATES ARE ADVISED TO ATTACH BOTH A COVER LETTER AND AN UPDATED CV OR UNP11 FORM. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR CV OR P11 IS UPDATED







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