Org. Setting and Reporting
OCHA is the part of the United Nations Secretariat responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to ensure a coherent response to emergencies. OCHA also ensures there is a framework within which each actor can contribute to the overall response effort. OCHA's mission is to mobilize and coordinate effective and principled humanitarian action in partnership with national and international actors in order to alleviate human suffering in disasters and emergencies; advocate the rights of people in need; promote preparedness and prevention and facilitate sustainable solutions.
This position is located in the Information Management Unit of OCHA Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific (OCHA ROAP), based in Bangkok, Thailand This position supports day-to-day activities of the Information Management Unit, provide information management support during emergencies (including sudden-onset or corporate humanitarian responses, on-site or remotely), and contribute to preparedness activities. The incumbent reports to Regional Information Management Officer (Head of the Information Management Unit), OCHA ROAP
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Information Management Officer (Head of the Information Management Unit), and overall supervision of the Head of office, the incumbent is required to perform the following functions:
Delivers geospatial data analysis integrating baseline and operational information in line with relevant standards and guidelines; and supports the production and updating of high-quality map products and online services.
Contributes to the preparation of analytical outputs and reports based on organizational needs and reporting requirements.
Maintains repositories of Common Operational Datasets (CODs) and relevant thematic datasets (vulnerability data, hazard and risk data, climate data, response monitoring data etc) and ensures that the datasets are well-documented and accessible to humanitarian partners through local and/or online platforms.
Creates and maintains the geospatial databases, including support to data modeling, disaster impacts and exposure analysis, and the maintenance of tools and processes to support the analytical capabilities for emergency preparedness and response.
Designs and develops reference and thematic maps using CODs and operational datasets adhering to OCHA standards and guidelines.
Undertakes the development and maintenance of online GIS portals and dashboards by integrating diverse datasets adhering to OCHA standards and guidelines.
Serves as a focal point for coordinating geospatial data requests and analysis activities, liaising with relevant stakeholders to identify data needs and facilitate data sharing.
Undertakes the production and updating of information products (e.g. maps, infographics, charts and reports both interactive and static), transforming data into visual products to convey messages and a storyline; develop advocacy materials including posters, presentations and other visual materials while adhering to OCHA standards.
Contributes to the management of content on relevant online platforms, ensuring quality control, data consistency, and compliance with metadata standards; collaborates with external partners (e.g. clusters and agencies) to enhance interoperability and cross-platform integration.
Undertakes the development of guidance materials and the delivery of training to partners on geospatial analysis, tools, and products.
Contributes to needs assessments and analysis process, including crisis impact analysis, humanitarian needs analysis, secondary data reviews, scenario developments and multi-sector assessments; supports the management of tools and platforms used for data collection and analysis.
Performs other related duties as required.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of electronic record keeping and relevant information systems and networks. Ability to undertake independent research, maintain records in a systematic fashion and to retrieve necessary materials with maximum speed and accuracy. Ability to identify and assess issues and develop accurate retrieval tools for relevant records.
Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.
Able to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
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 ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent is required. A first-level university degree may be accepted in lieu of two years of required experience.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years (or five years if graduated with a first-level university degree) of progressively responsible experience in geographic information systems, data analysis, mapping, data visualization, information management or related areas is required. At least 3 years of experience using GIS software (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Online, QGIS etc), Business Intelligence tools (Power BI etc), to support decision making is required. At least one year of experience in data analysis and GIS, in humanitarian field in Asia-Pacific Region, is required.
Experience in database development and maintenance of GIS systems, in the areas of emergency preparedness and response, is desirable. Experience in the United Nations Common System or in international organizations similar to those in the UN Common System is desirable.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English and Thai is required . The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
Required Languages
Language | Reading | Writing | Listening | Speaking
English | UN Level II | UN Level II | UN Level II | UN Level II
Thai | UN Level II | UN Level II | UN Level II | UN Level II
Assessment
Qualified applicants may be evaluated through a competency-based interview and/or other assessment methods.
Special Notice
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