1. Define data collection methodologies for baseline and monitoring systems
2. Design the field data collection process for mapping and train field staff in data collection
3. Create maps and perform spatial analysis
4. Assist in field data collection
5. Monitor and administer databases
6. Design mechanisms for documenting progress and reporting
7. Perform any other duties as required
Skills & Requirements:
1. Master's degree in geography or earth science, or a related field
2. Bachelor's degree with an additional 2 years of experience can be accepted in lieu of a master's degree
3. Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
4. Experience with GIS systems and tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS
5. Fluency in English and Hindi languages, with excellent written and oral communication skills
6. Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate with tact, diplomacy, and cultural sensitivity to a wide range of stakeholders at different levels
7. Excellent team working skills
8. Basic IT skills, including the use of major software packages such as Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and others as relevant
HEDCON is a social advocacy and networking non-governmental organization in Jaipur. Since 1998, it has been working in India to influence, sensitize, capacitate, and support grass-root initiatives and organizations, with a vision of a just and equitable society. HEDCON and its members work on the basis of Gandhian ethics, which means working for the collective uprising of men, women, and children, regardless of the economic situation, caste, or religion.
It believes that research-based advocacy about the causes of poverty and ground-level problems is an essential part of achieving sustainable development and ensuring the rights of the underprivileged and vulnerable HEDCON carries out projects with policymakers at both state and national levels in order to influence policies. It works to sensitize and build the capacities of vulnerable people and grassroots to enhance the effectiveness of development activities.
