Geographic Information Officer (Mid Level GIS Analyst)

Job Description

Job Description

Geographic Information Officer (Mid Level GIS Analyst)

This position is contingent upon client funding and approval

Amentum / Macfadden is seeking an Office of Global Policy, Partnerships, Programs and Communications (G3PC) Geographic Information Officer to support USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) in Washington, DC.

Position Summary

The G3PC Geographic Information Officer supports the Office of Global Policy, Partnerships, Programs and Communications (G3PC) within USAID’s Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (USAID/BHA). BHA leads and coordinates the U.S. Government’s humanitarian assistance efforts overseas in response to natural disasters and protracted crises. The Bureau also supports early recovery efforts that restore and protect basic systems and services and invests in risk reduction programs that prevent or reduce risks associated with chronic and recurrent hazards.

The G3PC Geographic Information Officer is part of the office’s Humanitarian Information Team (HIT). This position will produce internal and public-facing maps, GIS analysis, geographic data support, and subject matter expertise. As part of the HIT, the Geographic Information Officer will be embedded within the G3PC Strategic Communications and Humanitarian Information (SCHI) Division, with day-to-day work assignments and oversight provided by the HIT GIO Manager, with additional guidance from HIT leadership. Formal supervisory and evaluation functions are performed by a Macfadden contract supervisor.

The responsibilities of the G3PC Geographic Information Officer include:

• Create cartographic products and provide geospatial services for BHA to support program management, analysis, planning, and advocacy.
• Collaborate with USAID/BHA staff to develop innovative geospatial products that enhance social media posts, stories, and other creative communications content.
• Provide mapping support to an assigned area of coverage based on BHA regional offices and sub-regional teams. Identify geospatial requirements for the region and develop plans and products to satisfy those requirements.
• Serve as a Geographic Information Officer supporting the mapping and analysis needs of RMTs in Washington, D.C., and/or field-based DARTs.
• Maintain familiarity with and access to relevant geographic tools, resources, and data.
• Assist in establishing data management and data acquisition systems for map production.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the areas of GIS and Cartography.
• Assist in creating and maintaining cartographic standards and templates for map production.
• Collaborate closely with peers across USAID, the State Department and other U.S Government agencies, and the humanitarian community.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Skills Requirements

• BA/BS completion in Geography or related-discipline and at least 5 years of experience, or MA/MS completion in Geography or related-discipline and at least 3 years of experience.
• Must demonstrate professional GIS and Cartography experience with a strong portfolio that reflects the ability to process complex datasets and create detailed and engaging cartographic products.
• Strong applied knowledge of ESRI ArcGIS (Pro or Desktop) or similar open-source GIS software and Adobe Illustrator are required.
• Strong conceptual knowledge of human and physical Geography, cartographic design and production, and GIS analysis.
• Familiarity with a wide range of spatial data formats.
• Familiarity with humanitarian assistance, disaster response, or international affairs is preferred but not required.

Qualified candidates should:

• Possess strong communication and organizational skills;
• Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with multiple, overlapping deadlines;
• Work well with others to ensure that tasks are completed well and on time;
• Be able to problem-solve and think critically;
• Have strong attention to detail;
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances; and
• Be willing to go the extra mile.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level clearance issued by the US Government for the duration of your employment.

About the Organization

Macfadden is now part of PAE. Founded over 30 years ago, Macfadden has provided federal agencies with critical on-the-ground support to U.S. government humanitarian missions around the world as well as financial and IT system support. Through program management, human resources services, financial management systems support, information technology solutions, knowledge management, travel coordination and communications support, Macfadden enables effective U.S. government humanitarian response to international disasters. Macfadden’s workforce includes approximately 300 employees primarily located in the Washington, D.C. area.