Data manager digital platform

CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a:

Data manager digital platform

Overview

CIFOR-ICRAF will be implementing the CASEVE-GTI project (Green and Resilient Northern Cameroon – Integrated Landscape Governance) between July 2023 and June 2028. We will use an integrated landscape management approach to solve the triple challenge of (i) supporting a growing population, (ii) preserving biodiversity, and (iii) mitigating and adapting to climate change. The intended impact of this action is a more inclusive territorial governance that promotes conflict prevention. We are therefore looking for a data manager digital platform to lead the collection, analysis and uploading of spatial data and manage digital platform for CASEVE.

Summary of responsibilities

• Organize data collection on land use management plans and related conflicts and other evidence to fill in the online digital platform.
• Build capacity and provide technical and logistical support to the various stakeholders on the collection and management of georeferenced data as tools for land use planning and conflict management; Identify user needs, present technical solutions and provide technical assistance to project staff and partners for the use of the Geographic Information System.
• Contribute to define indicators and participate in the development and operation of a digital platform.
• Provide stakeholders and users with geographic information using specific theme mapping (agriculture, forests, pastureland, protected areas, transhumance, migration, water and soil conservation practices, infrastructure, etc.)
• Assist with preparation of high-quality project reports that highlight project achievements and milestones to be shared with donor and key stakeholders; Provide pertinent data to the Project team to strategically facilitate informed decisions on project implementation.
• In collaboration with other staff, produce publications, such as technical reports, technical sheets, training manuals, blogs, policy briefs and journal articles.
• Contribute to resource mobilization.

Requirements

• Solid theoretical background (MSc level) in geoinformatics, cartography, geography, geomatic or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in working in multi-disciplinary and multi-actor teams.
• Perfect mastery of IT tools (GIS and modeling software, georeferenced database management software, etc.) and data collection with GPS is mandatory.
• Practical experience in digital cartography.

Personal attributes and competencies:

• General knowledge of the collection, analysis, storage and dissemination of spatial data, and in-depth knowledge of topics relating to the management of spatial data.
• General knowledge of photogrammetry-interpretation and remote sensing.
• Practical experience in storing and using data from GIS products.
• Good knowledge of Web GIS such as Google Earth, OpenStreetMap, open-source GIS tools (QGIS) and other similar sources.
• Basic knowledge on gender-sensitive data collection and analysis.
• Willing to work in rural areas and travel in often remote areas.
• Proficiency in French and good working knowledge in English, knowledge of Fulfulde will be an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in multicultural and pluri-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver on time.

Terms and conditions

• This is a Locally Recruited position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in local currencycommensurate with skills and experience.
• The duty station will be in Garoua, North region of Cameroon CIFOR-ICRAF Offices.