Information Management (Gis) Manager

Project Overview Medair’s GIS project started in October 2012 to support the initial distribution work being done in Informal Settlements using ESRI GIS software. More recently IM tools such as ODK and LMMS (Last Mile Mobile Solution) were added to manage assessment and distribution data.  The GIS data is used to support Inter-Agency coordination and Medair has been asked to expand over more of the Bekaa Valley and to oversee and build capacity within other implementing partners carrying out the same GIS work across Lebanon,n using common tools and operating procedures. Medair Medair brings life-saving relief and rehabilitation in disasters, conflict areas, and other crises by working alongside the most vulnerable. Its Internationally Recruited and HQ staff are inspired by their Christian faith to care for people in need and Medair's mandate is to provide practical and compassionate support, regardless of race, religion, or politics. Medair has achieved the ISO 9001:2008 certification, worldwide. This certification signifies that Medair effectively delivers goods and services with a focus on beneficiary needs. Founded in 1989, Medair’s unwavering commitment continues to bring hope to the world’s most vulnerable.    Duties and Responsibilities: GIS and IM Project Management Manage the assigned GIS project in order to meet the various project objectives within budget and within the allotted time frame and report promptly any operational concerns to line manager  Within the field of GIS, IM and Medair’s overall country strategy, develop a practical but challenging vision to collect, analyse and represent data linked to geographical references to better serve refugees and host community alike. Provide strong leadership of the assigned GIS project, working to ensure both short and long-term positive impacts and outcomes for the beneficiaries, coordinating bodies and other NGOs Manage the budget for the assigned project(s) and ensure all expenses are according to budget and meet the Medair standards with regard to financial management, including accountability and good governance Continuously monitor and supervise GIS and IM activities, evaluating progress through outputs and impacts, involving the GIS and IM team in analysis and taking appropriate action as needed to ensure continued progress Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of the project Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities according to Medair, donor and other applicable timeframes and formats Develop new proposals, linked to the assessed needs and gaps and the Medair country strategy, in conjunction with the relevant field managers and the HQ technical officer.  Liaise, as necessary, with the project, logistics and finance staff to ensure items are procured, transported, stored, managed and accounted for correctly   Staff Management Line-manage staff of the data information management team Facilitate regular meetings to assist information sharing between project staff, to ensure all staff members are aware of project objectives and current work plans and to provide the opportunity for feedback Provide coaching and technical supervision to staff in order to develop ownership and full responsibility for all activities Assess the training needs of staff and ensure that appropriate training is conducted   Partner Organisation Management Facilitate opportunities for communication for GIS partners, including regular meetings and opportunity for feedback on challenges and lessons learned Provide initial and refresher training for partner organisations (INGO’s) using GIS in other regions of Lebanon. Develop of SOPs for GIS and IM processes Monitor data received from partners   Communication and Coordination Champion GIS and IM best practice, representing Medair at local and national coordination levels in the IM sector and to maintain Medair’s position as lead GIS agency in Lebanon for tracking informal settlements Contribute to development and implementation of an appropriate and effective IM strategy within Medair Coordinate with other Medair teams developing GIS and  IM resources to ensure integration of solutions. Develop and maintain appropriate, regular, transparent and supportive communication structures with the assigned team, Medair in-country and HQ managers and advisors and other relevant stakeholders (e.g. beneficiaries, community leaders, local and national government officials, UN agencies and other NGOs), with the objective of ensuring good cooperation and partnerships   Quality Management Promote and use the Medair intranet and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used and guidelines are followed Ensure projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country and international standards i.e. Sphere and HAP standards   Competencies Data management expertise, including experience with GIS mapping Project management experience Excellent numerical, report writing, and administration skills, problem solving ability Excellent communicator, preferably with experience of coordination between internal and external agencies Team-player with good interpersonal skills. Willingness to support others and to share workload. Aptitude for capacity building. Capacity to work under pressure and manage personal stress levels Knowledge of humanitarian principles, Sphere and HAP Standards and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols. Creative, open-minded, flexible, self-learner Able to prioritise clearly and oversee multiple tasks Able to take initiative in project decisions and able to enforce procedures. Able to set clear objectives to staff and to delegate Commited to consultative and servant-minded leadership.