Reach GIS Officer-Nairobi at ACTED

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the planning and implementation of GIS and remote sensing components in line with the REACH Research Cycles and project objectives.
• In coordination with relevant assessment officer(s), support assessment, planning and generation of sampling framework in line with project and program objectives and with IMPACT’s research cycle and other relevant guidelines. (MSNA, Cash and Markets, DSRA, HSM and Others)
• Conduct spatial verification and quality control during field data collection
• Analyze Geospatial data and produce timely and accurate GIS products (Maps, interactive dashboards or Web Maps)
• Contribute to remote sensing tasks using tools like Google Earth Engine and support maintenance of existing RS scripts
• Ensure proper integration of spatial and non-spatial data and maintain geodatabases
• Support validation of GIS products with IMPACT HQ before external release
• Document workflows and contribute to team knowledge sharing
• Participate in internal and external coordination meetings, including presenting mapping products at stakeholder forums
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with data usage/licensing protocols
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

Academic qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geospatial/Geomatic Engineering, Remote Sensing or a related field.

Specific Skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience in GIS and/or remote sensing roles, preferably within a humanitarian or development context
• Proficiency in ESRI suite software (ArcPro, ArcGIS Online)
• Should be familiar with remote sensing tools and datasets; understanding climate hazards
• Experience with geo-spatial information management and analysis
• Knowledge of Adobe Suite, particularly InDesign and illustrator is desirable
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office including Excel; knowledge of Python, R & STATA is an added advantage
• Experience with mobile data collection (ODK, KoBoToolbox, Survey123).
• Ability to work autonomously and remain flexible in case of shifting priorities.
• Fluency in English. Swahili/Somali is an asset.