Individual Contractor - Geospatial Analysts – Satellite Imagery and GIS (Geneva office based)

United Nations Institute for Training and Research - UNITAR United Nations Satellite Centre

Consultant Closes 28 May 2026 10 days left

Overview

This roster is established for Individual Contractors to contribute to the production of high-quality, timely, and operationally relevant geospatial analysis and satellite imagery-derived products supporting UNITAR activities.


Key Responsibilities
  • Conducting satellite imagery analysis using visual interpretation, remote sensing techniques, GIS-based methodologies, and AI-supported approaches.
  • Supporting the identification, acquisition, and processing of satellite imagery and geospatial datasets.
  • Producing cartographic outputs, geospatial datasets, web mapping services, and analytical reports.
  • Contributing to technical analyses such as damage and impact assessments, change detection, land use analysis, infrastructure and settlement mapping, and conflict-related analysis.
  • Supporting the implementation of geospatial data processing and analytical workflows.
  • Contributing to the development and refinement of analytical methodologies, workflows, and tools.
  • Participating in the documentation of workflows, analytical processes, and methodologies.
  • Ensuring outputs meet quality standards, timelines, and operational requirements.
  • Working in coordination with UNITAR personnel to support timely delivery of project outputs.
  • Contributing to tracking analytical activities and supporting project implementation processes.
  • Supporting the preparation of technical reports, analytical notes, presentations, and communication materials.
  • Contributing to knowledge products, documentation, and technical reporting.
  • Supporting training and capacity development activities.
  • Contributing to applied learning activities and development of training content.
Required Experience

3–5 years of experience in geospatial analysis, including: Satellite imagery interpretation and GIS workflows; Production of maps, datasets, and analytical outputs; Data acquisition, processing, and analysis. Experience in humanitarian or operational contexts is an asset.

Qualifications

University degree in GIS, remote sensing, geography, or related field.

Other Details
Languages Required
Fluency in English required
Languages Preferred
additional UN languages an asset
Contract Duration
Not specified
Work Modality
office based
Remuneration
Not specified
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