Geographic Information System (GIS) /Spatial Developer

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• FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
• Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
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Organizational Setting

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Guyana Lands and Surveys Commission (GLSC) are implementing the Project (GCP/GUY/003/GRI) “Mainstreaming Sustainable Land Development and Management (SLDM)” in the Cooperative Republic of Guyana. The project aims at establishing an enabling environment for promoting sustainable and climate-resilient land development, management, and reclamation in support of Guyana’s Low Carbon Development Strategy (LCDS) through activities working at (i) streamlining policy, regulation, and governance; (ii) developing institutional and human capacities; and (iii) strengthening local governance in three Regions where the project is being implemented. The project is implemented at three levels – national, regional, and local – the SLDM project is designed to create an enabling legal and policy framework informed by policy feedback loops nurtured with ground reality and inclusive participation.

Reporting Lines

The GIS / Spatial Developer will work under the general supervision of the FAO Representative in Guyana and the SLDM Project Chief Technical Advisor (CTA)/ Project Manager, under the day-to-day supervision of the Senior Solutions Developer of the Solutions Development Section, Information Systems Division (ISD) in GLSC. The incumbent will work in collaboration with GLSC and other SLDM and FAO team members, and under the overall technical guidance of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO) and the concerned project task force members, as well as the PMU staff and GLSC Divisions.

Technical Focus

The incumbent will be based at the Head Office of GLSC, Georgetown, Guyana, in the Information Systems Division (ISD) during his/her work in the SLDM Project, and will be under the day-to-day supervision of the Senior Solutions Developer of the Solutions Development Section. He/she will ensure that developed and deployed software solutions and components are secure, functional, well documented and can be used to reliably support and effectively deliver the mandate of the ISD and the Organization as a whole. Day-to-day working relationships will include teamwork with the Manager, Seniors, and staff of the ISD and across the Commission.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Design, develop, modify/customise, and deploy spatially oriented, enterprise-level, web-based software solutions / modules (using the competencies outlined below).
• Assist in the design, development, enhancement, and implementation of the Commission's spatial data capabilities and geospatial infrastructure ecosystem, utilising a hybrid of open-source and proprietary technologies.
• Ensure the interoperability of developed solutions and software modules with the Commission's spatial and financial data sets, servers, and wider geospatial data infrastructure and ecosystem.
• Train end-users and relevant ISD staff on proper usage, maintenance and management of developed software solutions/modules.
• Prepare comprehensive and up-to-date end-user and technical documentation for developed software solutions and modules.
• Undertake other related duties relative to effective and efficient delivery of the objectives of the Development Section and ISD.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software Development, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Sciences or related fields, and/or Relevant Software Development professional certifications.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in Information Systems, Software Development relevant to Geographic Information Systems.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English.
• National of Guyana or resident of the country with valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Selection Criteria

• Relevance of experience in Implementation of Land Administration Systems, and project management with particular emphasis on developing countries and knowledge of the Caribbean context and particularly of Guyana.
• Understanding of coordinate and spatial reference systems.
• Knowledge of GIS concepts, spatial databases and web-based mapping tools.
• Strong JavaScript and Python development experience and knowledge of React framework, and Next.js.
• Strong foundation in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles.
• Developing web client interfaces using an integration of ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript and/or Open Layers or Leaflet and/or equivalent /similar mapping libraries.
• Experience using PostgreSQL and PostGIS.
• Configuration and management of web services (e.g. using GeoServer / MapServer) will be an asset.
• Experience deploying applications, preferably using Docker will be an asset.
• Prior experience with mobile application development would be an asset.
• Cloud services experience, particularly with AWS would be an asset.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary team and including multiple partners.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
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• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
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