Advisor IM - Amman

Advisor Information Management (Amman) | GICHD - Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining

Advisor Information Management (Amman)

GICHD - Geneva International Centre for Humanitarian Demining Amman National Senior level Speaks Arabic, English

Application deadline: April 30, 2026

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GICHD is seeking an Advisor for Information Management to support its activities in the MENA region. The role involves implementing and monitoring information management support activities for National Mine Action Authorities. Key responsibilities include advising partners, conducting assessments, delivering training, and contributing to research and reporting. The position requires a university degree in a relevant field and a minimum of four years of experience in Mine Action or related sectors.

Candidate Requirements:

University degree in Computer Science, GIS, Information Management or equivalent

Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in Mine Action or humanitarian sector

Advanced knowledge of Esri’s ArcGIS suite

Experience in delivering training courses

Fluency in English and Arabic

Strong understanding of relational databases and geodata management

Excellent project management and organizational skills

Ability to coordinate multiple projects

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of UN agencies and humanitarian organizations

GICHD is establishing a new office in Amman and is seeking an Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) and Conflict Preparedness and Protection (CPP) Advisor to support its activities across the MENA region. The position is offered for an initial one-year national contract, with the possibility of extension. Job purpose Implement and monitor Information Management support activities to National Mine Action Authorities in line with GICHD's strategy. Provide technical assistance including on assessments, systems/tools, trainings/workshops, research/ publications. The primary focus of this role is to support GICHD activities in the MENA region; however, the scope may extend to other regions as required.   Key responsibilities   1. Advise partners on information management, understanding their needs, priorities, challenges, and supporting them in developing, implementing and maintaining information management tools, and standards. 2. Contribute to the development of information management activities as assigned by line manager. 3. Plan and deliver IMSMA Core implementation support as assigned by line manager. 4. Under supervision, conduct assessments, facilitate workshops and provide consultation remotely and onsite. 5. Contribute to designing, developing and maintaining training materials as well as delivering training sessions. 6. When requested by line manager, represent the GICHD by participating and presenting at conferences, meetings, workshops and through other outreach activities. 7. Support research and the production of studies, articles, and briefs. 8. Actively contribute the reporting based on the Results Based Management (RBM) system. 9. Contribute to designing, implementing and maintaining relevant systems and tools.   Qualifications and professional experience University degree in Computer Science, GIS, Information Management (IM) or equivalent. Minimum of 4 years of previous relevant work experience in Mine Action development and implementation of IM systems or equivalent experience in the humanitarian or development sector. Advanced knowledge of Esri’s ArcGIS suite, including ArcGIS Enterprise Experience in delivering training courses to a diverse audience   Knowledge, skills and competencies Fluency in English and Arabic, both written and oral is mandatory; fluency in an any other language spoken in affected countries an advantage. Strong understanding of relational databases, data modelling and geodata management. Excellent project management, analytical, planning and organisational skills Ability to coordinate simultaneous activities/projects. Effective verbal, written and presentation skills. Ability to facilitate technical workshops and support structured knowledge sharing among stakeholders.Ability to work in multi-cultural settings with a wide range of stakeholders. Knowledge of UN agencies, relevant national authorities, NGOs and humanitarian organisations. Travel requirements Expected to travel up to 50% of working time, primarily to countries where GICHD provides support in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), with travel to other regions as needed. The GICHD implements a Gender and Diversity policy and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are encouraged from women and men, nationals of mine-affected countries and individuals with a disability or special needs, who meet the above profile requirements.

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Summary by Impactpool

GICHD is seeking an Advisor for Information Management to support its activities in the MENA region. The role involves implementing and monitoring information management support activities for National Mine Action Authorities. Key responsibilities include advising partners, conducting assessments, delivering training, and contributing to research and reporting. The position requires a university degree in a relevant field and a minimum of four years of experience in Mine Action or related sectors.

Candidate Requirements:

University degree in Computer Science, GIS, Information Management or equivalent

Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in Mine Action or humanitarian sector

Advanced knowledge of Esri’s ArcGIS suite

Experience in delivering training courses

Fluency in English and Arabic

Strong understanding of relational databases and geodata management

Excellent project management and organizational skills

Ability to coordinate multiple projects

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of UN agencies and humanitarian organizations

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