Background

The Local Governance and Community Development Programme (LGCDP) is a national programme which is being implemented by the Ministry of Federal Affairs and Local Development (MoFALD) and supported by a range of development partners.  LGCDP’s Programme Document (PD) comprehensively describes LGCDP’s rationale and approach along with its vision, goals and purpose.  The individual programme components and management arrangements are also fully described in the PD as is the Programme log frame and the results and reporting framework. Under the overall supervision of the National Programme Director (NPD) and the day-to-day supervision of the National Programme Manager (NPM), the Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) is responsible for providing support for the implementation of agreed programme activities.
 
The terms of reference describe the scope of work and qualifications/experience required of the Geographical Information System (GIS) Specialist.

Duties and Responsibilities

The GIS Specialist will be supporting the Programme Coordination Unit (PCU) to achieve LGCDP II goals, purpose, outcomes and outputs.
 
The Specialist will work under the daily supervision of the concerned Outcome Coordinator and will provide the NPM and Outcome Coordinators with technical assistance and advice. He/she will be ultimately accountable to the NPD.
 
The Specialist will work closely with all Outcome Coordinators. S/he will be expected to collaborate with the all of the Technical Specialists.
 
Specific tasks and responsibilities
 
With respect to general programmatic responsibilities, the GIS Specialist will be expected to: 
  • Participate in PCU meetings;
  • Participate in drawing up the Annual Strategic Implementation Plan (ASIP) and the Annual Monitoring & Evaluation Plan (AMEP);
  • Assist in periodically reviewing overall LGCDP II progress;
  • Assist in drafting LGCDP II’s regular narrative progress reports;
  • Assist in organizing bi-monthly output group meetings;
  • Support PCU in completing timely meeting minutes and following up on agreed actions;
  • Follow up on the implementation of GIS-related activities in coordination with the  Regional Coordination Unit (RCUs).  
In terms of specific technical responsibilities, the GIS Specialist will be expected to: 
  • Take lead role to provide policy and programmatic advice to MoFALD regarding all GIS issues;
  • Provide technical support and input for the implementation of GIS-related activities undertaken through LGCDP II;
  • Provide backstopping support and technical guidance to the RCUs, District Governance Experts;
    /Urban Governance Experts (DGEs/UGEs) and ICT volunteers (at the local level) with respect to any GIS activities promoted by LGCDP II;
  • Assist in drafting terms of reference for any LGCDP II activities and consultancies related to GIS issues;
  • Work closely with the PCU’s RBM and ICT Specialists to establish data collection/analysis, reporting and management information systems;
  • Update and maintain MoFALD’s GIS;
  • Assist in mapping the results of baseline/update and citizen perception surveys;
  • Assist in updating the mapping of social mobilisation activities and grant support outputs/activities in Local Body (LBs);
  • Assist in updating resource,  Disadvantage Group (DAG), poverty and other maps.
In terms of capacity development, the GIS Specialist will be expected to: 
  • Meet regularly with Outcome  Coordinators  for all Outcomes to brief them on GIS mapping activities;
  • Meet regularly with Outcome  Coordinators  for all Outcomes to discuss future activities and orientations in order to identify potential uses of GIS;
  • Ensure that Outcome  Coordinators  are provided with relevant GIS maps;
  • Assist in identifying capacity development activities for MoFALD officials in the area of GIS;
  • Assist and participate in capacity development activities GIS for MoFALD and local body officials;
  • Assist in identifying capacity development needs of  PCU and RCU's Technical Assistance staff on  GIS
  • Assist in the design and implementation of a mandatory GIS training courses for local bodies;
  • Assist in the introduction of GIS as a decision-making tool in local decision-making structures (e.g. councils, committees, etc.).

Competencies

Corporate Competencies:
  • Demonstrates integrity;
  • Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
  • Treats all people fairly without favoritism.
Knowledge Management and Learning
  • Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office;
  • In-depth knowledge on development and gender and social inclusion issues;
  • Oral and written communication skills.
Functional competencies
  • Excellent interpersonal skills;
  • Focuses on impact and results and responds positively to feedback;
  • Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
  • Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors, at the senior levels;
  • Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure;
  • Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities;
  • The candidate should have strong analytical and report writing skills in both English and Nepali.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

  • Master degree in ICT, Civil Engineering, Geography, management or related field.

Experience:

  • At least 5 years’ experience of GIS in Nepal;
  • Demonstrated track record of delivering high quality reports on time;
  • Experience of working in a national, government-managed, programme would be an advantage.

Language:

  • Fluency in  Nepali and English written and spoken.