Geospatial Analyst

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 19 May 2026-23:59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok. WHY JOIN WFP? WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). Geospatial Analyst Regular Consultant, Remote PRGF Unit / PRG Division Rome, Italy 6 MonthsGeospatial Analyst Regular Consultant, Remote PRGF Unit / PRG Division Rome, Italy 6 Months BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT: The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. The Geospatial & Intelligence Unit is continuously gathering data and updating georeferenced information to ensure that WFP is ready to create detailed cartography as well as spatial analysis of the areas of interest to support the humanitarian emergency response. As dependency on geospatial data. With increasing needs for evidence-based information for emergency preparedness and response, the unit is currently looking for a Geospatial analyst to further develop methodologies for rapid impact estimation using satellite and other relevant diverse data sources as well as to develop and scale-up risk analysis for sudden onset disasters. The Geospatial Analyst will report to the senior geospatial analyst in the Natural Hazards & Impact Assessment team. ACCOUNTABILITIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: a. Research and develop new methodologies for estimating sub-national, spatial risk analysis for major disasters that WFP prepares and responds to including but not limited to floods, earthquakes, and tropical storms b. Research and develop new methodologies for estimating impact following major disasters using satellite and other relevant data sources. c. Consider geo-statistics approaches and probabilistic evaluations of major hazards d. Assist in the automation of the production of sub-national risk analysis and impact estimation e. Ensure that relevant data, maps, scripts and products are available through the common spatial infrastructure and easily made accessible for wider use f. Support cartographic map production (both static and dynamic) in accordance to established WFP standards g. Create, update and maintain all the relevant technical documentation within the team's GIS handbook h. Assist with preparation of training materials (internal and external) i. Contribute to the team's communication activities including but not limited to preparing external presentations, global workshops and ad-hoc requests j. Undertake missions to WFP Country Offices and Regional Bureaux as well as relevant conferences, as needed k. Any other duties as needed DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT: WFP k -;, f ~v World Food V~ L~ Programme TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR SHORT-TERM/CONSULTANCY CONTRACTS

• Methodologies for risk and impact analysis developed and automated as feasible
• Technical documentation created and updated regularly
• Impact analysis provided for sudden onset disasters
• Internal training to ensure created methodology can be scaled up by all members

of the Mapping and Analysis team

• Support to external trainings provided, as needed

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Education: Advanced degree in Geomatics, GIS, Spatial Risk Analysis or any other relevant field Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in GIS, remote sensing, risk analysis and mapping is essential

• WFP experience, especially at field or .country office level with

familiarity to WFP data systems is desirable. Knowledge

• Extensive knowledge and experience working with ArcGIS pro, QGIS,

& Skills: ArcGIS online and/or Geonode

• Academic and practical background and experience developing multihazard

spatial risk analysis — in particular, knowledge in combining spatially multi-hazard, vulnerability and exposure layers

• Advanced GIS mapping, data visualization and spatial analysis skills,

in producing both static and dynamic/interactive maps for disaster response

• Strong data and database management and analysis skills
• Strong programming skills, especially ArcPy and/or knowledge of GIS

related scripting to automate spatial analysis and map production

• Experience with other data visualization software a plus
• Experience working with external partners, especially academia and

research institutions a plus. Languages: Working knowledge of English (proficiency/level Q required, a second official UN language could be an asset. Certified by Hi in Manager (npme/title) & signature): Simon Renk Date: 14 April 2026 Accepted by S rt-term/Consultancy contract holder (name & signature): Date: WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: [email protected] NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply. At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service. Apply To This Job