The IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) are hereby inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:
At least a bachelor degree in Geography; Environment or related discipline with emphasis in spatial databases and GIS.
At least 5 years of working experience in operational GIS unit services or projects with a strong GIS component. Spatial analysis, spatial database and digitizing experience.
Very good knowledge of GIS software, and particularly ESRI ArcGIS package.
Experience in data collection, entry, digitizing and maintenance.
Experience in managing or developing spatial databases.
At least a Masters degree in environment, biodiversity or related discipline with specialization in remote sensing and natural habitat conservation assessment.
At least 7 years of working experience in operational environment monitoring projects, modelling activities, focusing on protected areas management and land cover change analysis.
Experience of international projects, and if possible in the IGAD region will be an asset.
Advanced knowledge in remote sensing, spatial modelling, image databases, image acquisition procedures and image servers.
Experience with applied digital image processing and analysis software like ERDAS Imagine or ENVI.
Good knowledge of IGAD regional ecosystems, protected areas management systems.
At least 5 years of working experience in science journalism and international relations.
At least a bachelor’s degree in communication or related fields.
Experience in working with the media at local, regional and international levels.
Ability to prepare written reports in a clear, concise and meaningful manner.
Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of French would be an added advantage.
Good knowledge on using computers, emails, websites and communication and networking software.
Applicants should submit 3 copies of their applications with its reference number, enclosing a cover letter and updated curriculum vitae containing details of their qualifications, experience, contact telephone, personal e-mail address, names and contact of three referees, present position and salary, duly certified copies of certificates and testimonials.
Application deadline is 11th March.
Address to: ICPAC AMESD manager, IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), P.O Box 10304 00100 Nairobi, Kenya or by e-mail to: amesd [at] icpac.net, copy to director [at] icpac.net and igad_thema [at] amesd.org
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