Job information

The Geoinformatics Center (GIC) is seeking a Researcher to support its operations. The incumbent will contribute to implementing donor-funded projects and work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. An initial contract of one year will be given with a probation period of six months.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Remote Sensing and GIS, Computer Science or related fields

Skills and Capabilities

• Conversant with Remote Sensing and GIS tools and techniques and their applications in natural resources management, climate and disaster risk management etc.
• Programming skills in Python.
• Understanding of machine learning will be an advantage.
• Good writing skills for developing high-quality concept notes/proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement donor-funded projects.
• Developing concept notes/proposals and identifying suitable sources of funding. Carrying out research and gathering information from diverse sources for developing high-quality concept notes/proposals.
• Initiate and coordinate outreach activities and conduct workshops and seminars.
• Conduct training and capacity-building activities.
• Perform other duties as may be required to implement the activities of the Geoinformatics Center.

Work Experience

A minimum of three years of experience in project implementation. Experience in project implementation in developing countries will be an advantage. Experience in implementing capacity-building activities is desirable. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.