Geo-Spatial Analyst

The International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center, known by its Spanish acronym, CIMMYT®, is a not-for-profit research and training organization with partners in over 100 countries. Please refer to our website for more information: www.cimmyt.org

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented professional for the following positions with the new Nepal Seed and Fertilizer project, funded by USAID and led by CIMMYT:

POSITION: Geo-Spatial Analyst

Reference No: N16641

Work Station: Kathmandu

Qualification: Master’s degree in physical or biological sciences with an emphasis on spatial analysis and GIS. 3-5 years’ professional experience.Excellent working experience with ArcGIS, as well as with remote sensing packages. Broad knowledge of spatial data sets relevant to agriculture, particularly those available in Nepal. Ability to work in a multi-cultural team. Experience working in an NGO or on donor-funded projects a plus. Good command of spoken and written English.

Position description: The Geo-Spatial Analyst will manage geospatial databases and ensure the integration and geo-referencing of all project data; work with project partners to aggregate spatial data from external sources, including remotely-sensed information; conduct geo-spatial analysis in consultation with the science team; provide services on spatial analysis and mapping to the project team, including domain characterizations; train project staff in the fundamentals of geospatial analysis and software use.

Candidates must send their CV and cover letter to CIMMYT-NRSrecruitsouthasia@cgiar.org no later than Saturday, 25th June  2016.

Please include reference number in the subject of your email.

Incomplete applications (without CV and cover letter) will not be taken into consideration.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

This position will remain open until filled.

CIMMYT is an equal opportunity employer.  It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork and respect for diversity.  

Women are encouraged to apply.