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Mercy Corps is hiring a Mercy Corps Careers - CA–SYR Data and GiS Specialist

About the Role

This position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and visualizing geographic and program data to inform emergency response and resilience initiatives in complex environments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage geospatial data collection and analysis for field programs
  • Produce detailed maps to support operational planning and reporting
  • Ensure data quality and consistency across program databases
  • Collaborate with field teams to integrate GIS into monitoring systems
  • Support real-time data visualization for emergency response
  • Maintain geographic information systems infrastructure
  • Train staff on data entry and mapping tools
  • Develop dashboards for program performance tracking
  • Coordinate with technical teams to align data standards
  • Conduct spatial analysis to identify service gaps
  • Support proposal development with geographic insights
  • Document data management procedures and workflows
  • Ensure compliance with data protection protocols
  • Integrate satellite imagery into program assessments
  • Assist in baseline and post-distribution monitoring
  • Generate regular reports using spatial and statistical data
  • Optimize data collection tools for mobile platforms
  • Support inter-agency coordination through shared data platforms
  • Maintain up-to-date administrative boundary datasets
  • Troubleshoot technical issues in data systems
  • Promote data-driven decision-making across teams
  • Ensure compatibility between GIS and database systems
  • Support remote sensing analysis for environmental monitoring
  • Participate in security assessments using location data
  • Contribute to evaluations and learning processes

Compensation

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications

Work Arrangement

Full-time, field-based with possible remote components

Team

Part of the technical support unit within a multidisciplinary response team

Location

Position based in Syria with possible travel to project areas

Application Instructions

  • Submit resume and cover letter through the online portal
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • Applications must be in English

Deadline

Applications accepted until position is filled

Equal Opportunity

  • Encourages applications from women and underrepresented groups
  • Committed to diversity and inclusion in hiring practices

Safeguarding

  • Maintains strict policies against exploitation and abuse
  • All staff are expected to uphold protection standards

Not available for this position

Required Skills
PythonPowerBIData AnalysisData Visualization
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Posted 10 months ago