DAI Senior IT/GIS/GI specialist for TA for EU-Coffee Action Jobs in Ethiopia
DAI Senior IT/GIS/GI specialist for TA for EU-Coffee Action Jobs in Ethiopia
DAI is an international development company.
For more than 45 years, we have worked on the frontlines of international development, tackling fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability.
Currently, DAI is delivering results that matter in some 80 countries.
Our development solutions turn ideas into impact by bringing together fresh combinations of expertise and innovation across multiple disciplines.
Our clients include international development agencies, international lending institutions, private corporations and philanthropies, and national governments.
Key Expert 2 Qualification and Skills:
At least a first degree (MA, MSc) in Geographic Information System (GIS), IS/IT, Geography, or Environmental Science with a certificate and strong aptitude in GIS and other related information sciences to help develop a user friendly web based interactive coffee statistics database and coffee extension system
Knowledge of farm level Agribusiness management solutions to facilitate farmers use of such solutions for enhanced performance
Fluent in English
Motivated, focused, hard-working, and eager to learn
Able to work independently, flexibly, and responsively
General professional experience:
A minimum of 10 years hands-on experience in developing and/or guiding use of IT/GIS/GI system and farm level agribusiness solutions for agri-business in a developing country context
Strong presentation and writing skills
Strong computer skills,
including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Excellent administrative, reporting, and communication skills
Strong ability to adapt to changing working conditions, prioritize and meet deadlines
Specific professional experience:
Experience working with Geographic Information System (GIS) software, web GIS and geodatabase management applications products suite, preferably with ArcGIS Desktop with 3D Analysis & Spatial Analysis Extensions, ArcGIS Online, ArcGIS Server (including SDE database connections) and other GIS software such as Google Earth, Surfer software
Experience in GI system development for agricultural products
Experience in guiding farm level adoption of agribusiness management solutions
Experience in web-based interactive database and extension system development
Experience with Trimble software products suit, preferably with TerraSync and Pathfinder Office/Positions
Strong aptitude for using MS Office Suite, in particular MS Excel
Detail oriented, ability to work in a team environment and assist with training as needed
A demonstrated design, analytical and quantitative skills
Demonstrated ability to operate a variety of office and specialized equipment in the performance of job tasks, including, GPS, computer and peripherals such as plotters, printers and scanners
Experience in design management and implementation of agriculture monitoring and geospatial-based projects and programs
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 4th September 2019
For more information and job application details, see; DAI Senior IT/GIS/GI specialist for TA for EU-Coffee Action Jobs in Ethiopia
