Responsibilities and Duties

The junior advisors shall support CAMIS implementation activities ranging from data encoding, scanning, field data collection and monitoring the performance of large-scale agricultural investments (LSAI) and other related GIS activities. The junior advisor is responsible for the following activities but not limited to:

• Assist proper functioning of CAMIS in collaboration with regional experts.

• Digitalize the existing paper-based documents.

• Update CAMIS database on regular bases together with regional experts.

• Integrate investors data with the National Rural Land Administration Information System (NRLAIS)

• Conduct regular field visit with partner institutions to collect actual information pertaining to large scale agriculture investment (LSAI) and monitor periodically. Support the monitoring activities of LSAI and produce organized report using CAMIS at least on monthly basis.

• Provide GIS and remote sensing technical support to ensure CAMIS implementation. 

• Identify the existing gaps of CAMIS and report to the national consultant.

• Diagnose and resolve technical problems, associated with computer hardware and software dependencies, and ensure proper function of CAMIS.

• Provide on job training on CAMIS application to experts from partner organizations.

• Support regions in implementing RS4AIM.

• Participate in the testing of MassReg application.

• Assist regions in the Second Level Land Certification (SLLC) process.

• Support on the rollout of BVVG web based training.

• Assist staff partner institutions experts on the utilization of CAMIS

• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned by the project or supervisor

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Geomatics Engineering, GIS, and related fields from an accredited university. 0 years of professional experience in GIS, remote sensing and land registration.

• Good knowledge and skills of GIS, database management and Remote Sensing software (QGIS, ArcGIS, Google, ERDAS, and google earth engine).

• Python or other programming knowledge is an asset.

• Very good knowledge of English and Amharic languages.

• Good computer skills in Microsoft packages (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point).

• Strong qualities in interpersonal relationship and communication skills.

• Ability to work alone as well as in a team.

• Willingness to stay in Gambela town.

How to Apply

Submit your Motivation Letter along with your recent CV via email: hreth@giz.de

Note: Please make sure you mention the vacancy number and position title #029/2023 in the subject line of your email application. Qualified women are encouraged to apply!