Associate Geospatial Information Officer

INTERNATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION UNION  

 

 

ITU is the leading United Nations agency for information and communication technologies, with the mission to connect the world. To achieve this, ITU manages the radio-frequency spectrum and satellite orbits at the international level, works to improve communication infrastructure in the developing world, and establishes global standards that foster seamless interconnection of a vast range of communication systems. 

 

Associate Geospatial Information Officer 

 

 Vacancy notice no: 1663 
Sector: BR
Department: TSD
Country of contract: Switzerland
Duty station: Geneva

 

 Position number:  
Grade: P2 
Type of contract: Short-term
Duration of contract: 6 months
Recruitment open to: External
Application deadline (Midnight Geneva Time): 9 July 2024

 

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT

 

The Radiocommunication Bureau (BR) is responsible for the application of the Radio Regulations and for technical and administrative support of ITU World and Regional Radiocommunication Conferences, Radiocommunication Assemblies and Study Groups. The Bureau also carries out the international regulatory processes for registration of frequency assignments and satellite orbits and assists administrations in their coordination and implementation of frequency spectrum and orbit requirements as well as in resolving cases of harmful interference. It provides the specialised technical secretariat for the work of the Radiocommunication Study Groups and the Radiocommunication Assembly in the development of recommendations for spectrum utilisation and radio system characteristics. The BR is organised into four Departments: Space Services Department, Terrestrial Services Department, Informatics, Administration and Publications Department and the Study Groups Department.

 

Within the Radiocommunication Bureau, the Terrestrial Services Department (TSD) comprises three Divisions: Broadcasting Services Division (BCD), Fixed and Mobile Services Division (FMD), Terrestrial Publication and Registration Division (TPR). The Department is responsible for the application of the ITU Radio Regulations through the processing of frequency assignments notified by ITU Member States for terrestrial services both from a regulatory and technical point of view. In addition, the Department is responsible for the application of procedures associated with World and Regional Plans. It also provides assistance to ITU Member States on frequency selection and the treatment of cases of harmful interference. It is responsible for the application of operational and administrative provisions of the Radio Regulations, including safety of life aspects of the Aeronautical and Maritime Services. The Department edits and publishes all Terrestrial data publications. TSD also carries out studies and other activities for the preparation of World and Regional Radiocommunication Conferences.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In the Broadcasting Services Division (BCD), under the supervision of the Senior System Analyst coordinating the BR GIS Task Force, the duties to be performed are as follows:

• Contribute to the storage, maintenance and update of all relevant BR data (raster and vector) and related metadata in the appropriate geospatial datastores.
• Develop related tools and procedures needed for the establishment, maintenance and operation of a production BR geospatial information management system.
• Develop reports, dashboards and other tools to effectively summarize findings and convey information to management.
• Contribute to the development of new maps in software applications and enhancement of the existing ones.
• Contribute to GeoAI activities at the AI for Good and ITU activities in the framework of the United Nations Geospatial Network (i.e. the One UN Geospatial Situation Room).
• Perform other related duties as required.

CORE COMPETENCIES

 

Applying Expertise; Effective Communication; Learning and Knowledge Sharing; Organizational Commitment; Results-Focused, and; Teamwork and Collaboration.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

Analysis, Judgement and Decision MakingClient and Service OrientationInnovation and Facilitating ChangeNetworking and Building PartnershipsPlanning and Organising

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Proven experience in utilizing geospatial software (database management, spatial analysis, mapping and programming languages) is required.
• Excellent working knowledge of open-source GIS software (i.e. GeoServer, GeoNetwork, QGIS, GDAL) and of Python or JavaScript language is required.
• Good working knowledge of SQL Server and web programming with Open Layers would be an advantage.
• Some experience in machine learning techniques and its application in solving geospatial problems would be an advantage.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education:

University degree in computer science or telecommunications with specialization in geospatial information theory and systems, or in geoinformatics (geomatics), geospatial information, Earth sciences, remote sensing or other related geoscience and data fields, OR education from a reputed college of advanced education with a diploma of equivalent standard to that of a university degree in one of the fields above.

 

Experience:

At least three years of progressively responsible experience in geospatial information management, applied spatial analytics, software development, mapping, data visualization or related area is required. An advanced degree in a related field can be considered as a substitute for one year of working experience. A Doctorate in a related field can be considered as a substitute for two years of working experience.

 

Languages:

Knowledge of one of the six official languages of the Union (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish) at advanced level and knowledge of a second official language at intermediate level. Knowledge of a third official language would be an advantage. . (Under the provision of Resolution No. 626 of the Council, a relaxation of the language requirements may be authorized in the case of candidates from developing countries: when candidates from such countries possess a thorough knowledge of one of the official languages of the Union, their applications may be taken into consideration).

INFORMATION ON RECRUITMENT PROCESS   

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information. To apply, please visit the ITU Careers website. The evaluation of candidates is based on the criteria in the vacancy notice, and may include tests and/or assessments, as well as a competency-based interview. ITU uses communication technologies such as video or teleconference, e-mail correspondence, etc. for the assessment and evaluation of candidates. Please note that only selected candidates will be further contacted and candidates in the final selection step will be subject to reference checks based on the information provided. Messages originating from a non ITU e-mail account - @itu.int - should be disregarded. ITU does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

ITU applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment. ITU is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Achieving gender balance is a high priority for ITU.