Result of Service

Under the direct supervision of the Economic Affairs Officer and general supervision of the Chief, Space Applications Section, the Technical Specialist will carry out the following duties: Duties and Responsibilities 1. Lead conduct of capacity development activities under the project in support of activities 1.1.2; A1.1.3: A1.3.1 2. Develop and maintain an active online repository of tools and training materials to support capacity development on Earth Observation-based drought monitoring in the project countries and beyond 3. Develop knowledge products to support learning activities as well as regional publications (e.g. the compendium of good geospatial practices from North and Central Asia using ESCAP templates) in support of activity 1.3.2. 4. Provide inputs to project progress report and other documents. 5. Perform other duties under the supervision of the Section Chief. EXTENSION 1: - 6. Conduct activities to synthesize and present the progress and development of the project at a high-level regional meeting, through a side-event or similar format. Performance indicators for the evaluation of output: Effective communication with the project stakeholders and positive feedback from participants. Timely submission of quality outputs with corresponding documentation to the satisfaction of the supervisor and approval of the Chief of Space Applications.

Work Location

Bangkok

Expected duration

1 Mar - 30 Nov 26

Duties and Responsibilities

Qualifications/special skills

A university degree in science, engineering, or a related field, with specialization relevant to one or more of the six priority themes of the Asia‑Pacific Plan of Action on Space Applications for Sustainable Development (2018–2030): (i) disaster risk reduction and resilience; (ii) sustainable management of natural resources; (iii) connectivity for the 2030 Agenda; (iv) social development; (v) sustainable energy; and (vi) climate change. Academic training or research directly focused on disaster risk reduction and resilience is considered a strong asset. Proven experience in the development of innovative applications using geospatial, Earth observation, and/or other spatial datasets is required. Experience in designing and delivering training programmes to culturally diverse audiences, including government officials, practitioners, and technical specialists, is a strong asset. Proficiency in Google Earth Engine and related cloud‑based geospatial processing platforms; excellent drafting, editing, and documentation skills; advanced project management capabilities; and demonstrated competence in designing, implementing, and facilitating technical and capacity‑building activities.

Languages

Fluency in English, both written and spoken, is required.

Not available.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.