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Supervise data collection, systematization and harmonization of soil maps and legacy data (in coordination with existing institutions and initiatives in Kenya).
Support the design and supervision of soil surveys and sampling at the national level, using advanced soil survey techniques and methodologies, to generate high-quality soil data and associated metadata, through rigorous quality control and quality assurance measures and in collaboration with the soil laboratory experts
Supporting the development of digital soil maps, based on soil survey data, and integrating soil data into decision support tools and applications for farmers and local institutions
Support the design and supervision of a soil monitoring system, including the selection of monitoring sites, to be implemented through the establishment of a national soil spectral library and estimation service
Support capacity development in digital soil mapping and modeling
Facilitate the organization of workshops on soil data with stakeholders and partners
Liaise with the project team to ensure timely delivery of survey outputs, including data, maps, scripts, reports and training sessions
Perform any other duties as assigned by FAOR.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geographical Information Systems, Computer Science or any related fields.
A minimum of three (3) years of progressive work experience in digital mapping and analysis is required.
Working knowledge (level C) of English and Kiswahili
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