National Data Systems Expert
Quick answer
FAO is seeking a National Data Systems Expert to support climate and environment data-management at EPA in Sierra Leone, contributing to the management and dissemination of climate change adaptation data.
- Role
- National Data Systems Expert
- Organization
- FAO
- Location
- Sierra Leone-Freetown
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The National Data Systems Expert will support climate and environment data-management at EPA, contribute to strengthening the capacity of the Centre for Environmental Data and Statistics (CEDAS) to effectively manage climate change adaptation data, generate knowledge, and disseminate climate information.
What you'll do
- Support data gaps and needs assessment through identifying and inventorying existing climate data sources and gaps/needs at policy, institutional, and technical levels, through consultations and desk review, and then facilitate uploading the collected data into CEDAS.
- Support the installation and configuration of geospatial software and equipment by following approved instructions. Test software, equipment, and data connections.
- Assist with delivering training sessions using supervisor-approved content. Maintain attendance records and document topics, materials, participant feedback, and outcomes for review.
- Support demonstrations of the CEDAS platform to the EPA-SL, CEDAS team, the NAC using datasets validated by the team responsible. Record questions, feedback, and follow-up items.
- Carry out assigned data quality checks using approved methods. Record results, discrepancies, and corrections. Compile routine data management reports using available records, including entry status, completeness, quality-check results, and outstanding issues.
What it takes
- Master’s degree in information technology, Environmental Data Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related field (e.g., Statistics, Data Management, Software Engineering).
- At least five years of experience in the implementation of environmental assessment, climate data collection, and related capacity building using Geo-Spatial Tools.
- Working knowledge (level C) of English.
- National of Sierra Leone.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Sierra Leone-Freetown.
What is the compensation for this position?
The compensation for this position is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required for this position?
The key qualifications required include a Master’s degree in information technology, Environmental Data Science, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or related field, at least five years of experience in the implementation of environmental assessment, climate data collection, and related capacity building using Geo-Spatial Tools, and working knowledge of English.
How do I apply for this position?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile and submit your application.
Is this position remote?
This position is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on FAO's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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