Project Officer - Gis At Kenya Red Cross Society

Reporting to:Technical Specialist – Design, Monitoring & Evaluation
Grade Level:12
Purpose of Position

To lead and collect field data collection and quality management through building capacity in collecting GIS data and updating it in the Universal WASH Coverage GIS system for World Vision Kenya. The specialist will publish the Projects’ areas representing the project coverage for access by all the stakeholders and donors.
Minimum education, training and experience requirements to qualify for the position:
Bachelor's degree in Geomatics Engineering, Geographical Information Systems, Geography.
At least 2 - 3 years’ experience in conceptualization and preparation of maps and other cartographic products using ArcGIS products; working knowledge of the latest version of the software, i.e., ArcGIS 10.5, ArcGIS online, and Survey 123

Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Previous work experience in a busy GIS environment preferred.
Must demonstrate ability to manage spatial datasets, and maintain the strictest confidentiality of sensitive data.
IT skills, including the use and manipulation of complex databases and spreadsheets
Knowledge of specialized software packages such as ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS online and Survey 123
GIS data visualization skills preferably web mapping
Self-driven and passionate
Ability to work under tight schedules and with highly competing priorities.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Good presentation skills
Strong written and oral communication skills