Remote Sensing and Geo-Spatial Analyst

The Remote Sensing and Geo-Spatial Analyst – Technical Support Unit will work under the overall guidance and supervision of the National Programme Director-TSU. S/He will ensure engagement of all direct stakeholders and delivery of project objectives, in coordination with the Joint Secretary & CEO, Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare when needed.
Remote Sensing Data Analysis and Processing

Analyse RST data downloading and processing, Crop Mapping using Remote Sensing Data,

generation of Smart Sampling points * Research and development into RST for crop Yield estimation to complement Crop Cutting
Experiments (CCEs) particularly focusing on the states * Provide inputs to training on the application of RST and mobile technology to CCE

Docusign Envelope ID: 6AED7C31-FC7B-4A20-8A07-BF02FA7BFFC4

Crop Yield Estimation and Data Collection

Coordination with different stakeholders for direct crop yield estimation and two step yield

estimation approaches. * Ground truth data collection, supervise and monitor CCE and CCE data compilation and analysis

Prepare report on CCE data discrepancy applications of mobile technology to CCE’s.

Reporting, Documentation and Stakeholder Engagement

Provide timely inputs for the timely submission of all progress reports and presentations as may be required by UNDP, the Ministry of Agriculture.

Foster partnerships with key National, State Government Departments, State Remote Sensing Application Centre and relevant technical institutions working on technology solution for CCE and agriculture.

Perform any other tasks consistent with the level of the post and/ or assigned by the Remote Sensing & Geo-Spatial Specialist and Remote Sensing Tech-Lead- Technical Support Unit.

Competencies
Core competencies:

Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers

quality work by deadline * Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver,
makes improvements * Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from
mistakes, asks for feedback * Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is
flexible * Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of
adversity, confident * Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms
positive relationships * Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias,
confront discrimination.
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies:
Digital & Innovation

Geospatial analysis. Skilled in techniques which study entities using their topological, geometric, or geographic properties.

Data collection. Being skilled in Data Sorting, Data Cleaning, Survey Administration, Presentation and Reporting including collection of Real-Time Data (e.g., mobile data, satellite data, sensor data).

Data engineering. Ability in programming languages such as SQL, Python, and R, be adept at finding warehousing solutions, and using ETL (Extract, Transfer, Load) tools, and understanding basic machine learning and algorithms.

Data governance. Knowledge of data science, skills to develop data management tools, organize and maintain databases and operate data visualization technologies

Information Management & Technology

IT Research and Development. Regular following new technologies and technical trends, research the technologies that are applicable and beneficial to the organization and develop the systems

Business Direction & Strategy

System Thinking. Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

Advanced university degree (Masters’ Degree or equivalent) in Agriculture, Geo Information Science and Earth Observation, Remote Sensing & GIS or related fields is required, or

A first-level university degree (Bachelor´s degree) in the areas mentioned above in combination with additional 2 years of qualifying experience, will be given due consideration in lieu of Master´s degree.

Experience:

Applicants with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in Remote Sensing data analysis, Crop Yield Modelling, or Drought Assessment with UN Agencies, national, international, public or private organization.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience in project Management practices and ability to formulate and manage budgets.

Broad based knowledge across cross cutting thematic areas such risk management, CCE in agriculture.

Demonstrates substantive and technical knowledge to meet responsibilities and requirements of the post with excellence

Possesses the capacity for strategic planning, result – based management and reporting.

Good facilitation and communication skills.

Ability to carry out research and communicate strategic pieces that guide decisions on strategic programme directions

Tailors and presents information to diverse audiences using a variety of communication delivery methods (e.g., written, electronic, oral, interpersonal) Documentation

Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

Strong leadership skills

Ability to lead consultative meeting and provide training at National and State level with partners and senior stakeholders to identify priorities and manage the timely delivery of project activities

Demonstrated skills in building, mobilizing, and leading multi-disciplinary teams

Hands-on experience in design, formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects

Ability to guide the Project Management Unit in implementing and achieving project outcomes

Is open to change and ability to manage complex changing environments.

Additional years of demonstrable experience in in relevant role with government project in Remote Sensing data analysis/ Crop Yield Modelling.

Working experience in Esri’s ArcGIS and associated extensions, and ERDAS IMAGINE; knowledge of other GIS and remote sensing software such as ENVI, QGIS, SNAP, GRASS etc., will be an added advantage

In-depth knowledge and experience of Remote Sensing and GIS application in Agriculture/Forestry/Agro-Forestry and related field,

Experience crop loss modelling or agricultural statistics will be an advantage

Experience of working with Central and/or State Governments/ National/ International / Public private agencies/on similar assignments

Required Languages:

Excellent oral and writing skills in English and Hindi

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