GIS & Remote Sensing Specialist for Mena, based in Amman (Link for Internal Applicants)

Job Summary

The GIS & Remote Sensing Specialist will conduct geospatial analysis and mapping to support humanitarian needs assessments and research for IMPACT Initiatives’ Amman Multi-Country Office, covering missions in Yemen, Jordan, Lebanon, and other countries in the MENA region.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to drafting assessment Terms of Reference focusing on analysis plans, mapping, and data management.
• Develop geospatial analyses to assist in daily assessment and field movement planning with operational maps.
• Collaborate with assessment teams to integrate GIS methodologies into proposals and research designs.
• Plan and implement satellite-based modeling techniques such as natural hazard susceptibility using tools like Google Earth Engine, Python, or R.
• Conduct hydrological and climate modeling using remote sensing and meteorological data.
• Perform satellite-based analyses including rapid damage assessments, change detection, and hazard impact mapping using various sensors.
• Ensure geo-referencing of collected data to produce maps and related products.
• Support capacity building in remote sensing and GIS within IMPACT MCO and missions.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the humanitarian sector.
• Advanced skills in geospatial information management and spatial analysis.
• Proficiency with ESRI software (ArcPro, ArcMap, ArcGIS Online), Google Earth Engine, and Microsoft Office including Excel.
• Knowledge of R, STATA, Python or equivalent statistical software is an advantage.
• Familiarity with remote sensing tools such as ESA SNAP, GRASS, HECRAS, SWAT.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and reporting skills.
• A master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as international studies, development, humanitarian response, data science, or political science.
• Ability to work in complex and challenging security environments.
• Fluency in English.
• Experience in the MENA region is desirable.

What the company offers

• Monthly salary between 3,180 CHF and 3,240 CHF before tax plus a 300 USD monthly living allowance.
• Accommodation and food provided in the guesthouse.
• Enrollment in Swiss private pension fund, health insurance, life insurance, and repatriation assistance.
• Flight tickets every 6 months and visa fees covered; in-country travel and professional expenses fully covered.
• Annual leave of 36 days plus public holidays and family/compassionate leave when applicable.

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