Database & GIS Associate, Multiple positions

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, the Database & GIS Associate is responsible to perform the following functions:

●      Provide its support in the conceptualization  of a relational database  for the collection of data 

●      Develop and adapt opensource software that will be managed by the Database and GIS Expert for data collection and analysis that may be operated by a platform geo referenced and produce maps to aid in the decision

●      Provide support in the development of tools for the management of data pros of analysis and monitoring of the execution of the project.

●      Follow up with the teams on the ground to obtain information on the collection  and recovery of data and provide support to team regarding the good use of application

●       Provide support in the management of the dashboard for the project, make the regular update of the logbook

●      Provide support in the creation of Web interface, mobile app ( JavaScript / ReacJs /node.JS) and deploy architecture on Docker/dockerrswarm with the use a of API to fetch data

●      Provide support to integrate information between UNOPS and USI servers

●      Drafting of the reports of the project and to ensure the follow-up and evaluation

●      Provide support in the achievement of the maps from QGIS and in the treatment of data geographically, position their origin on a map

●      Fulfill other tasks according to the needs

●      Completion of secondary school is required

●      First University degree in Information Technology system, computer sciences, computer programming, or any related field will be considered an asset and may substitute for some of the required years of experience.

●      Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in Information Technology System, Computer programming, or other related field

●      Fluency in French is required

●      Intermediate level in English is required 

●      Proficiency in computers and office software packages (MS Office) is required

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time or 6:00 PM Haiti time.
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.  

Please note that Haiti is a non family duty station.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Haiti

The UNOPS Haiti office supports international partners and the Haitian Government in their work to improve lives following the 2010 earthquake. UNOPS project managers and their local employees are helping to check the safety of damaged houses, build transitional shelters for homeless families, provide cleaner toilets for those living in camps, clear canals of debris to prevent floods, repair roads, and construct maternity centres and schools.

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.