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http://www.unhabitat-kosovo.org/?cid=2,366,390&PHPSESSID=0c13b0052d6bdf24e734ff2c68f90916 GIS Specialist (1 position), Dragash/Dragaš, Kosovo *ORGANIZATIONAL LOCATION * UN-HABITAT *DUTY STATION * Kosovo (Dragash/Dragaš) *FUNCTIONAL TITLE * GIS Specialist (1 position) *GRADE * P-3 *DURATION/CONTRACT MODALITY * 4 months/SSA *DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS * 26th February 2010 *STARTING DATE * As soon as possible *Background * UN-HABITAT has been actively assisting Kosovo institutions in the fields of governance, spatial planning and municipal administration since 1999. Currently UN-HABITAT is implementing the second phase of the Municipal Spatial Planning Support Programme (MuSPP 2) funded by the Swedish Government in a selection of municipalities with field offices based in the secondary cities of Peja/Pec, Prizren, Gjilan/Gnjilane, and Mitrovice/Mitrovica. UN-HABITAT Kosovo, has also teamed up with UNDP to implement a project in Dragash Municipality funded by the Finish Government. The project is aimed at promoting and creating a framework for sustainable development of the Municipality of Dragash/Dragaš and reducing bio-diversity loss. As key component of the project, UN-HABITAT is to develop a Municipal Development Plan for the Municipality of Dragash/Dragaš *Context in Kosovo * Ever since the conflict ended in June 1999, Kosovo is facing an unprecedented construction boom and growth of urban areas. This is only partly guided and controlled by local self-governments. The new political situation after the conflict has resulted in population migrations from rural areas to cities. However, the cities are not prepared for such an influx of population. The lack of valid urban and spatial plans leads to unplanned and illegal development, both in terms of land use, infrastructure and building construction. The Law on Spatial Planning passed in September 2003 requires that municipalities to prepare a MDP and UDP. These are composed of the strategic and spatial development documents. The plans are meant to be prepared using an inclusive, participatory process involving the full range of stakeholders, including relevant organisations of civil society. *Purpose of the assignment* The general purpose of the assignment is to develop a draft Municipal Development Plan (MDP) for the Municipality of Dragash for submission to the Municipal Assembly for adoption.The development of an effective Geographic Information system (GIS) is an element of the Dragash Municipal Development Plan (MDP) to be developed by UN-HABITAT Kosovo. *The GIS has three functions:* - mapping of the inventory of the existing situation in regard to all geo-referenced development factors in the area (topography, nature of soils, vegetation, infrastructures, etc) - analysis of these factors in view of understanding and developing development scenarios (determine the areas that are suitable for certain types of development, e.g. slopes with sunshine favorable for specific cultures, etc.) - management tool for the Municipality of Dragash to plan and monitor the implementation of the MDP action plan *Main tasks * Under the direct supervision of the International Planning Consultant, based in the municipality of Dragash, as coordinated and supervised by the head of the southern regional office and the Chief Technical Advisor, the GIS specialist will be responsible for to following main tasks: Set-up, build and operate a QGIS / GRASS Geographical Information System Train users and data input assistants (e.g. project staff, municipal staff, FLOSSK members) in basic GIS operations and data acquisition Acquire data from existing sources (raster, vector; scanning, encoding, geo-referenced databases, e.g. cadastre sector demographic data) Acquire original data from field surveys (photographs, interviews, GPS) Manage data input assistants who participate in these tasks Ensure data quality and consistency Elaborate GIS analyses, scenarios and maps as required It must be noted that Dragash is a vast territory of >40.000 ha, including about 40 villages, several river basins, etc. The information therefore must be organised in the appropriate sub-municipal categories (cadastral districts), for systematic data retrieval and meaningful analysis, on a purely geographic level, as well as in dialogue with civil society stakeholders. It is expected that the GIS Specialist would reside within the vicinity of the Municipality and it’s environ. Transport to and from work will be the staff member’s responsibility. *Deliverables/Output * Inception report and work plan including the methodology to achieve the expected outputs and time line with key benchmarks for results Monthly progress reports outlining the work carried out GIS for Dragash Municipality on QGIS with appropriate documentation, basic searches maps produced, within the limits of the raw data made available by the project. Submission of a final assignment report that documents all work carried out including all materials in electronic copy. *Competencies* Integrity: Demostrates the values of the United Nations in daily activities and behaviours. Professionalism: Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matterConscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results. Respect for Diversity: Works effectively with people from all backgrounds Communication: Excellent and effective written and oral skills;, ability to clearly communicate links between the organizations. Planning and Organizing: Proven ability to plan, coordinate and monitor own work and that of others. Provide advice and guidance to others. Ability to work under pressure. Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Teamwork: Ability to interact, establish and maintain productive partnerships with counterparts with sensitivity and respect for diversity. *Qualifications and requirements* NOTE: The quality and extent of the person’s qualifications, skills and experience in the requirements below will determine the grade/level to which a successful applicant will be appointed *Education* Academic degree/degrees in one or more of the following disciplines/fields: geography, geology, biology, regional planning or any other relevant discipline. *Work experience: * Proven skills with QGIS / GRASS software; Practical experience with GIS set-up, operations and user training; Knowledge of remote mountain regions (landscapes, economic issues) is an advantage *Languages* English is the working language of UN-HABITAT Kosovo. Good command of spoken and written English, (Knowledge of Albanian and Serbian will be an additional assets); *Other skills* Fully proficient with computer technology, including relevant software and applications. Capacity to deliver the services in tight time frames. *Special considerations* The candidate should be: - Familiar with, and committed to the goals of UN-HABITAT - Willing to take responsibility, act professionally at all times, and make sure tasks are fully completed - Sensitive to gender issues and issues of concern to vulnerable groups - Flexible and prepared to pursue goals through teamwork The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment. *How to apply * Applications including cover letter, CV/P11, letter of interest and list of referees with contact numbers should be submitted by email to: [email protected]<http://www.unhabitat-kosovo.org/[email protected]> with the description in the email subject field: GIS Specialist/Dragash. *Deadline for applications: 26 February 2010 * Please note that applications received after the closing date stated above will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. _______________________________________________ Jobs mailing list [email protected] http://lists.osgeo.org/mailman/listinfo/jobs -- -_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_- Gary Sherman Chair, QGIS Project Steering Committee -Desktop GIS Book: *http://desktopgisbook.com -Spatial Hosting: *http://mrcc.com/hosting "We work virtually everywhere" -_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-_-
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