Geospatial Information Systems Consultant

UN-Habitat is seeking a Geospatial Information Systems Consultant in Nairobi, Kenya. The role involves developing multi-hazard risk assessment maps, conducting spatial analyses for urban crisis prevention, and providing GIS support for urban health planning. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and at least two years of experience in urban planning and geospatial analysis.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain multi-hazard risk assessment maps and technical reports focusing on prioritizing urban water resilience and nature-based solutions strategies
• Create specialized spatial analyses and cartographic outputs for the urban crisis prevention to support regional planning initiatives
• Design and maintain the projects, tools and partners dashboard on public space and urban health, enabling monitoring of accessibility and quality indicators
• Contribute geospatial expertise to the "Integrating Urban Health in Urban and Territorial Planning" directory
• Provide technical GIS support to the Climate and Nature thematic area, including vulnerability mapping and intervention planning

Qualifications/special skills
• Academic Qualification; University degree in Geography, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Planning or Urban Studies, Spatial Planning, Urban Management and Development or related field is required.
• Work Experience; At least two 2 years of experience working in urban planning and design with knowledge in geospatial analysis, finance and economy, mapping and cartography using GIS and CAD tools is required.