GEO-MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMES ASSISTANT

Position Title: GEO-MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMES ASSISTANT
Opening Date: October 9, 2009
Closing Date: October 23, 2009
Who may apply: All Interested Candidates
Length of Service: 12 months renewable

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of GEO-Management Information Systems Assistant in the Program & Project Development Office.  The main purpose of this position is to assist in advancing the usage of GEO-MIS applications as a management tool and enhancing the process of data entry and updates with generating routine reports and maps.  The incumbent will also provide back up support for the Geo-MIS manager in cases of travel or field work.  In addition the incumbent will assist in the process of data sharing with Palestinian Authority line ministries and donors on issues related to MIS/GIS.  This position is based in Tel Aviv and requires the ability to commute to the office daily.

QUALIFICATIONS SOUGHT:
-Bachelor degree is required.  A degree in computer science, business administration or a related field is highly desirable.
-Three to five years of progressively responsible data entry-level experience in information systems and databases and/or GIS is required.
-A thorough knowledge of the host country’s databases, mapping, statistics and development parameters is required. 
-Must have analytical skills and experience in program evaluation/analysis, training, and presentation skills are required.
-Level IV (fluency) in English and Arabic is required.

HOW TO APPLY:
Send a typed CV/resume in English along with a cover letter to:  USAID’s HR Office
By Fax:   
035114894
Or by Email:
[email protected]

Applications must be received by : October 23, 2009
Please specify the AD CODE if you first saw this position advertised in a local newspaper AND ADDRESS ALL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS SOUGHT IN YOUR CV/RESUME.