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EXPECTED TASKS:
a)
Over the 3 months assignment, the local consultant will support the
local EPM Unit in Maseru City Council in the preparation and
updating of the environmental profile in terms of the information
capture and maps.
b) Provide
substantive support in the institutionalization of the EPM process
within the local EMIS Unit and within the institutional structure.
c)
In collaboration with the International EMIS Expert, set up and
coordinate the EMIS Mapping Group and develop a routine for updating
information regularly.
d)
Acquire relevant maps and data (spatial and non-spatial data on
environment-development interaction) for the EMIS in 4 specific
wards within Maseru City selected for piloting solid waste
management.
e)
Build capacity for Maseru City Council for managing EPM process and
EMIS through training on the following:
· ArcGIS appreciation
training
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Spatial data concepts
·
Data querying –
selecting and identifying features and creating reports and graphs
· Organize and, if
necessary, execute practical training programmes on the EMIS use of
mapping, including demonstrations on mapping analysis for urban
development planning
f)
Ensure documentation with result orientation and gender indicators
to keep track of PPP performance and utilize EMIS to input and
generate data.
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EXPECTED
OUTCOMES:
·
A functional EMIS based
at the MMC
·
EPM institutionalization
strategy in place for MCC’s mainstreaming.
· Spatial datasets for
Maseru and a Geographical Information System (GIS) database for the
basemap
· Maps and data on spatial
and non-spatial data from the 4 selected wards acquired and captured
in the system and analytical maps for chosen development concerns
· MMC personnel with
skills to capture, develop and maintain the EMIS and dissemination
of information products
·
Fully functional mapping
group in place and clear Terms of Reference developed.
· Documentation on the
process including final report with recommendations.
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QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Education: A Master of Science in Geographic Information Systems,
with a background in Environmental and Geographical Studies, with a
background in Social Sciences.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years consultancy
experience on the following:
- Designing and operating
participatory management information systems and database
management.
- Teaching or application
of GIS/EMIS in various sectoral areas.
- Knowledge of
environmental management and familiarity with Environmental Planning
and Management (EPM) and the Sustainable Cities Programme (SCP)
approach is an advantage.
- Experience with
community work and participatory planning concepts is an asset.
Key Competencies:
- English proficiency;
- Excellent communication
skills;
- Excellent presentation
and facilitation skills;
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Excellent research and
report writing skills;
- Planning and
organizational skills
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Proven computer
knowledge and skills especially in GIS software.
Application with comprehensive CVs and names and contact details of
three referees should be submitted by email on or before Friday 20th
August, 2010 to
registry.ls@undp.org. Alternatively, the same can be
hand-delivered:
Resident Representative
United Nations Road
UN House, 3rd Floor
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
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