Ethiopia: GIS Intern

Position– GIS Intern

Location– Addis Ababa

Length of Employment– Definite

Monthly salary–

Posting Date - Mar 23, 2018

Closing Date– Apr 2, 2018

Vacancy Code– 01/512

Scope:

Perform GIS tasks related to the development, maintenance, & implementation of Ardmore's Geographic Information System.

Responsibilities:

Work is performed under general supervision of the GIS Coordinator. Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work on GIS projects as assigned.
• Create new GIS datasets based upon existing standards.
• Edit existing Shapefiles, Geodatabases, & relational databases.
• Acquire, download, correct, integrate, & document GPS data from the field to existing GIS datasets.
• Data entry into a GIS related database.

Requirements:

This position requires a working knowledge of methods, standards, & techniques regarding Cartography, GIS, & GPS. Functional knowledge ArcGIS, MS Office (Word, Excel, Access…) is essential in performing daily operations. Knowledge of AutoCAD & basic GPS techniques are beneficial. The ability to work on projects with limited supervision; prepare technical reports & documents in a clear & concise manner; work well with various personnel &, being able to communicate both orally & in writing is fundamental to this position. Work is generally focused on a limited number of projects to maximize the effectiveness of the intern's efforts on one or two specific projects. Work is performed under general supervision of the GIS Coordinator.

A bachelor’s degree in computer science, geography, GIS, remote sensing program, or related field is usually required for a GIS internship job. Knowledge of ArcGIS or a comparable GIS software package is also required. Strong data management skills and experience with Excel is required for a GIS internship job. Prior knowledge of census data and statistical packages like Strata, SAS, or SPSS is a plus.

How to apply:

· Please send your CV, application letter and copies of credentials to the following address:IRC – Addis Ababa Office P.O.BOX 107 Code 1110.

· Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits.

· Only applicants meeting the minimum qualification will be short listed and contacted.

Your application letter/cover letter must include the following information.

· Name of the position you have applied for

· Date of application

· Summary of your qualifications and experience

· Permanent Address and present address (if different form permanent) and telephone number

· Disclose any family relationships with existing IRC employees.

Are any of your relatives employed by International Rescue committee (IRC)?

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IRC is an equal employment opportunity employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

• the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.