GEMS/Water Data Management Consultant at United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Tasks;

• Develop a comprehensive work plan and timeline for deliverables, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations.
• Gather and document user requirements from selected GEMS/Water partner agencies for functional and non-functional aspects of the water quality data management software.
• Conduct an extensive review and testing of existing open-source/free software to evaluate their potential as a foundation for developing the required data management system.
• Collaborate with technical working groups at UNEP, WMO, and relevant stakeholders to ensure the software integrates seamlessly with the WMO Hydrological Observing System and the UNEP GEMStat water quality information system.
• Design and develop a user-centric water quality data management software system based on the requirements and gaps identified, ensuring interoperability with existing hydrological data exchange standards like SensorThingsAPI and WaterML 2.0.
• Pilot-test the developed software at partner organizations, incorporating feedback to refine functionality and usability.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation for end-users, including software installation guides, usage manuals, and online support resources published via platforms like GitHub.
• Compile a detailed project report summarizing outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for the future development of water quality data management systems.

Qualifications/special skills

• A bachelor degree in informatics or environmental sciences with experience in the field of hydroinformatics is required. An advanced degree (Master’s or equivalent) in the same areas is desirable.
• At least five years’ experience in the development of data management systems with in-depth knowledge of relational database management systems, REST web services and web frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, Javascript) is required.
• In-depth knowledge of data processing, analysis and visualization is required, with a focus on water data exchange standards, especially relevant OGC standards like SensorThingsAPI and WaterML 2.0,.
• Knowledge of water quality monitoring and related metadata is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders is desirable.
• Prior experience in delivering technical training is desirable