Remote Sensing and GIS Specialist

5d5 days ago

FAO

Rome, IT · Contract · €60,000 – €100,000

About this role

FAO calls for expressions of interest for a Remote Sensing and GIS Specialist in the NSL - Land and Water Organizational Unit. This non-staff Consultant or PSA position is based in Italy-Rome with variable duration up to 11 months. Qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The specialist will process remote sensing data and develop GIS applications for land and water resources. Daily tasks include spatial analysis for earth science projects and creating maps for exploration initiatives. Support FAO's geosciences efforts through advanced geospatial technologies.

Join the Land and Water team in Rome to collaborate on international earth science projects. Work in a diverse environment committed to gender, nationality, and cultural representation. Adhere to FAO's high standards in global agricultural monitoring.

This role offers variable engagement up to 11 months in a UN agency focused on food security. Contribute to cutting-edge remote sensing for land management. Build expertise in GIS for geosciences and exploration.

Requirements

Expertise in remote sensing technologies
Proficiency in GIS software and tools
Knowledge of earth observation data processing
Experience in geosciences or land and water applications
Skills in spatial analysis for exploration
Familiarity with geospatial data integration

Responsibilities

Process remote sensing data for land and water monitoring
Develop GIS maps and models for earth science applications
Analyze satellite imagery for exploration projects
Integrate geospatial data for agricultural resource assessment
Create visualizations for geosciences reporting
Maintain GIS databases for Land and Water division
Perform spatial analysis to support FAO initiatives

Benefits

Variable duration up to 11 months
FAO commitment to workforce diversity in gender, nationality, background and culture
Encouragement for qualified female applicants, nationals of non- and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities