Image Interpretation Analyst

By Live Lover -



Vacancy Announcement No: FAO/29/2012

                                                                                                    Issued on: 4th July  2012

                                                                                                Deadline For Application:18th July 2012


Position Title:
Image Interpretation Analyst
Grade Level:             
SC-7
CONTRACT TYPE:
Service Contract
Duty Station:
Nairobi
Organizational Unit:
 FAO-Somalia
Duration:
6  Months with possible extension 
Eligible Candidates
KENYA & SOMALI  NATIONALS ONLY
Anticipated start date:

   August 2012


Under the overall guidance of the FAO Officer in Charge for Somalia, the direction of the SWALIM Chief Technical Advisor, and the direct supervision of SWALIM water theme leader (designated leader for the monitoring team), the Image Interpretation Analyst will be responsible for interpreting satellite images to generate information for the analysis of cultivatable areas, agricultural and livestock watering infrastructure and land degradation in Somalia. Specifically, he/she will:
§  Image reprocessing: Develop and implement a system for storing, retrieving and preprocessing satellite images used for monitoring the cultivatable area, status of canals water related agricultural infrastructure, livestock watering facilities  and land degradation as required from the monitoring unit.
§  Photo interpretation key and coding scheme: In consultation with the monitoring technical team and SWALIM technical staff, develop and refine a photo-interpretation key and subsequent coding system for efficient extraction and storage of data depending on the methodology adopted.
§  Image interpretation: Interpret satellite images using appropriate tools and methods to generate data and other remote sensed information on the status of infrastructure, cropped areas, livestock watering points (water catchments) and land degradation.
§  GIS data management: Manage (clean, aggregate, file, report, update, backup, etc) all resulting GIS and related information in line with SWALIM GIS metadata standards and following all GIS data processing standards agreed upon.
§  Data analysis and presentation: Aggregate, process and analyze the above generated data and compile statistics and maps by administrative or other relevant reporting unit as directed by the monitoring technical team.  
§  Reporting: Contribute to the production of a final monitoring report showing the methodologies (processing, analysis, reporting), key results, conclusions and recommendations for future analysis.
§  Cash for work (CFW) activities: responsible for preparing information and maps needed to support NGOs in identification of rehabilitated canals and water catchments, guide NGOs on use of the maps, assemble and sort out photos submitted by NGOs and link them to canals/water catchments, enter field information into the monitoring system, advice the CFW unit on status of canals as per information submitted by NGOs.
§  Others: Undertake any other tasks that may be assigned by the technical team to ensure successful completion of the monitoring activities.  

Minimum requirements:

Education:                                                            University degree/diploma in one of the following areas: Remote Sensing, Surveying and Mapping, Geographic Information Systems or other related fields


Knowledge and skills:                                         At least 3 years of work experience in remote sensed data interpretation for environmental monitoring for degree holder and 7 years of work experience in remote sensed data interpretation for environmental monitoring for a diploma holder.
Demonstrated ability to use image interpretation software and tools e.g. ERDAS, ENVI, IDRISI, and GIS software e.g.
                                                                                ESRI Arc GIS suite, etc.
                                                                                Ability to work under minimum supervision.
Good knowledge of the UN work system and ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Languages:                                                           Working knowledge (level C) of English working language

 


TO APPLY:

Send your application to:
               
Candidates are requested to submit a covering letter quoting the Position Title and Vacancy Announcement No. FAO/029/2012 along with their current/detailed Curriculum Vitae and FAO Personal History (PH) form available at http://fmt.faoso.net/documents/PH_form-Blank.docx . E-mail is the preferred means of receipt and the application should be sent to HR-Somalia@fao.org.  The subject line of the e-mail message should read CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/029/2012. If making a hard copy submission, the envelope should be clearly marked CONFIDENTIAL – FAO/029/2012 and sent to the following address:

FAO-Somalia
UN-Somalia Ngecha Road Complex
Corner Lower Kabete Road/Ngecha Road
P.O. Box 30470-00100
Nairobi, Kenya.

Applications may also be faxed, again clearly indicating CONFIDENTIAL - FAO/029/2012 in the subject line, to +254-20-4000333.

Applications must be received by the deadline.  Late applications will not be considered.

Only short listed candidates meeting all essential qualifications will be contacted.



Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarships

By -
The New Zealand Aid Programme, managed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, is the New Zealand Government's international aid and development programme. Its mission is to support sustainable development in developing countries in order to reduce poverty and contribute to a more secure, equitable and prosperous world. New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarships are for individuals from developing countries who are motivated to make a difference at home. Scholars have the opportunity to study subjects that will help with social, economic or political needs in their own country. The New Zealand Aid Programme is looking for people with strong academic or work skills, and leadership ability or potential. For more information visit the New Zealand Aid Programme website. Can I apply? We offer scholarships to people from the Pacific and some countries in Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa. Check to see if we offer scholarships in your country Check to see if you are
Read more

Human Resource, Compensation and Benefits

By -
The Position Reporting to the Head, Reward and Policy, The HR Manager, Compensation and Benefits will be responsible for implementing reward and benefit schemes and programs (salary analysis and recommendation, remuneration surveys, Group ESOP Scheme, Group Bonus Scheme, Pension Schemes, Benevolent and Group Life Schemes), this role provides advanced advisory and analysis support for reward/benefit schemes and programs. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Develop input for the Group Reward and Benefits Strategies and Plans. Leads in assigned development, review, re-engineering and or implementation of Reward and Benefits Programs/Schemes and their relating implantation/operational procedures, processes, templates and Forms. Implements the Group HR Policies, procedures and processes relating to Reward and Benefits and provides line management with ADVANCED guidance on matters arising thereof. Maintain data, records and statistics relating to Reward and Benefits
Read more