Agriculture Information Specialist – Geographic Information Systems and Earth Observation

About the role

The FAO Zimbabwe Country Office is seeking an Agriculture Information Specialist with expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Earth Observation (EO) to support the ESTELLA project. The role will contribute to integrating EO data with farmer registries, strengthening national agricultural statistics and decision‑support tools.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the integration of EO products and farmer registry information within the ESTELLA platform.
• Coordinate with thematic Technical Working Groups to align EO methodologies with national policy needs.
• Develop and maintain GIS datasets, EO‑derived indicators, and related documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to national stakeholders on the use of Sen4CAP and other EO tools.
• Support capacity‑building activities and knowledge transfer to ensure sustainability of EO‑based approaches.

Required profile

• Advanced degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Agronomy, or a related field.
• Proven experience in applying GIS and EO technologies to agricultural contexts.
• Familiarity with UN or international development environments is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to work with multi‑disciplinary teams.

Required skills

• Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
• Earth Observation (EO) and remote sensing
• Sen4CAP platform
• Data integration and management

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence national agricultural policy through innovative EO solutions.
• Collaboration with FAO, UNDP, and regional partners.
• Professional development in a high‑impact international project.