Sustainable Development Intern
UN Commissions
Beirut
Lebanon
April 24, 2025
InternApril 24, 2025
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Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The job posting organization is the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), which was established in 197
Job Overview:
The GIS Specialist position is integral to the Leave No Location Behind project, which aims to enhance the integration of social, economic, and environmental data for monitoring sustainable development goals in the Arab region. The role involves collating and analyzing geospatial and geo-statistical data, ensuring quality assurance and control throughout the process. The GIS Specialist will work closely with the Chief of the Data Science and Decision-Support Division and the project coordinator, contributing to the development of a geo-statistical, geo-demographic, and geo-SDG data clearinghouse. The position requires a strong focus on user-centric analytics and the ability to provide insights that support policy-making and capacity integration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The GIS Specialist will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including: collating geospatial and geo-statistical databases; locating and extracting regional, national, and subnational data; developing efficient methods for data collection, analysis, and dissemination; documenting the quality and accuracy of data; assisting in the development of socioeconomic and environmental indicators; producing visual representations such as dashboards, charts, maps, and infographics; conducting cross-referencing and validation of open-source data; utilizing GIS software like ArcGIS Pro and QGIS for advanced analysis; supporting the automation of GIS workflows; managing large geospatial datasets; conducting overlay analysis and network analysis; processing LiDAR point clouds for terrain modeling; applying remote sensing techniques for satellite imagery analysis; implementing web mapping technologies; managing spatial databases; and ensuring adherence to data privacy and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security protocols.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Statistics, Economics, Data Sciences, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in GIS software and tools is required, along with experience in spatial data processing, advanced data processing, geospatial analysis techniques, elevation and 3D modeling, remote sensing and image analysis, programming and automation, and data visualization and mapping. All candidates must submit a copy of their educational degree, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Geography, GIS, Statistics, Economics, Data Sciences, or Engineering. This foundational education is essential for understanding the complexities of geospatial data and its applications in sustainable development.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 4 years of professional work experience in GIS software and tools. Candidates should have substantial experience in spatial data processing, advanced data processing, geospatial analysis techniques, elevation and 3D modeling, remote sensing and image analysis, programming and automation, and data visualization and mapping. This level of experience is crucial for effectively contributing to the project and achieving its objectives.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat and ESCWA. Fluency is defined as a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas: speaking, reading, writing, and understanding. Knowledge of French is also beneficial, as it is another working language of the United Nations.
Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last for 6 months, and it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The organization is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of applicants' information, ensuring that no personal financial details are requested during the recruitment process.
The job posting organization is the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA), which was established in 197
- ESCWA aims to promote economic and social development in the Arab region through regional cooperation and integration. The organization focuses on various areas including sustainable development, social justice, and economic growth, and operates in multiple countries across the Arab region. It employs a diverse workforce dedicated to addressing the challenges faced by the region and works collaboratively with member states and other stakeholders to achieve its mission.
Job Overview:
The GIS Specialist position is integral to the Leave No Location Behind project, which aims to enhance the integration of social, economic, and environmental data for monitoring sustainable development goals in the Arab region. The role involves collating and analyzing geospatial and geo-statistical data, ensuring quality assurance and control throughout the process. The GIS Specialist will work closely with the Chief of the Data Science and Decision-Support Division and the project coordinator, contributing to the development of a geo-statistical, geo-demographic, and geo-SDG data clearinghouse. The position requires a strong focus on user-centric analytics and the ability to provide insights that support policy-making and capacity integration.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The GIS Specialist will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including: collating geospatial and geo-statistical databases; locating and extracting regional, national, and subnational data; developing efficient methods for data collection, analysis, and dissemination; documenting the quality and accuracy of data; assisting in the development of socioeconomic and environmental indicators; producing visual representations such as dashboards, charts, maps, and infographics; conducting cross-referencing and validation of open-source data; utilizing GIS software like ArcGIS Pro and QGIS for advanced analysis; supporting the automation of GIS workflows; managing large geospatial datasets; conducting overlay analysis and network analysis; processing LiDAR point clouds for terrain modeling; applying remote sensing techniques for satellite imagery analysis; implementing web mapping technologies; managing spatial databases; and ensuring adherence to data privacy and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security protocols.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Statistics, Economics, Data Sciences, Engineering, or a related field. A minimum of 4 years of professional experience in GIS software and tools is required, along with experience in spatial data processing, advanced data processing, geospatial analysis techniques, elevation and 3D modeling, remote sensing and image analysis, programming and automation, and data visualization and mapping. All candidates must submit a copy of their educational degree, as incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Geography, GIS, Statistics, Economics, Data Sciences, or Engineering. This foundational education is essential for understanding the complexities of geospatial data and its applications in sustainable development.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 4 years of professional work experience in GIS software and tools. Candidates should have substantial experience in spatial data processing, advanced data processing, geospatial analysis techniques, elevation and 3D modeling, remote sensing and image analysis, programming and automation, and data visualization and mapping. This level of experience is crucial for effectively contributing to the project and achieving its objectives.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position, as these are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat and ESCWA. Fluency is defined as a rating of 'fluent' in all four areas: speaking, reading, writing, and understanding. Knowledge of French is also beneficial, as it is another working language of the United Nations.
Additional Notes:
The position is expected to last for 6 months, and it is important to note that the United Nations does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, or training. The organization is committed to maintaining the confidentiality and security of applicants' information, ensuring that no personal financial details are requested during the recruitment process.
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