GIS Trainer

About the job 

The GIS Trainer will create a GIS PostgreSQL database and link it to QGIS and DRC’s Information Management System. The GIS Trainer will also train relevant DRC staff on creating dynamic, and interactive online maps. Your main duties and responsibilities will be:

The GIS Trainer will: ​

• Create a GIS PostgreSQL database. 

• Link the Geo Database to QGIS 

• Link the Geo Database  

• Provide online GIS samples 

The GIS Consultant will train relevant staff to: 

• Visualize geographic data 

• Create web and static maps 

• Perform spatial analysis in the system. 

• Create GIS databases and manage their data in a GIS database (PostgreSQL). 

• Use HTML and java script to create legends, filters and some useful interactive functions.​

About you 

To be successful in this role we expect you to Technical degree (or equivalent experience) in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or other relevant field. Moreover, we also expect the following:​

Required  

• At least three years’ experience in GIS; 

• Experience in designing/developing static and web maps. 

• Experience integrating analytical software (such as Tableau) with mapping component; 

• Experience in GIS database and spatial analysis. 

• Experience designing maps using commercial and open source tools; 

• Arabic – Advance fluency level 

• English – Advance Fluency level​

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:   

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process. 
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.   
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation. 
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.   
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values. ​

We offer 

• Contract length: Until December 2018 
• Level:  Based on SOP  
• Duty Station: Beirut 
• Start date: November 2018​

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for Nationals; please refer to drc.ngo under Vacancies. For questions regarding the vacancy please contact dolene.khairallah@drclebanon.dk.​

Application process 

Interested? Then apply for this position by clicking on the apply button or go to www.drc.ngo under current vacancies. 

All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English. Applications sent by email to Dolene Khairallah will not be considered.​

Closing date for applications: 31st of October 2018 

If you have questions or are facing problems with the online application process, please visit drc.ngo/jobsupport. 

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo.