Advisor, Digital Technologies (GIS)

The Advisor, Digital Technologies (GIS) provides technical advisory and support for the modernization of Albania's land administration system, focusing on GIS data integration, quality assurance, and capacity building. The role supports the successful implementation of technical components of the EU for Property Rights project, collaborating with national authorities and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Document data sources, workflows, and exchange protocols relevant to cadastral and land management systems
• Analyze spatial data to identify gaps or discrepancies in cadastral datasets and land records
• Provide advice for integration and compatibility of GIS data between SCA systems, e-Albania, and other national platforms
• Identify and address issues related to system integration, data interoperability, and service delivery, recommending improvements
• Coordinate with stakeholders on geospatial data sharing and system interoperability
• Quality assurance on digitization, data enhancement, and geospatial processing methodologies
• Review and improve existing guidelines and operational manuals
• Provide technical inputs to project reports on GIS, system integration, quality control, and stakeholder engagement
• Advise on technical specifications for tenders and support evaluation processes to ensure compliance with national and EU geospatial standards
• Provide guidance and advice to the Senior Project Manager with validation of contractor’s deliverables
• Advise on the LPIS framework, ensuring alignment with EU spatial data standards and national systems
• Participate in technical working groups and provide GIS-related inputs
• Deliver capacity building and targeted training for SCA and institutional stakeholders

Requirements

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent) preferably in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering (in a related discipline), or a related field with 7 years of experience
• OR a first-level university degree with 9 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of an advanced degree
• Certifications in specialized GIS software (such as ESRI ArcGIS or QGIS)
• Certifications or experience related to database management, cadastral systems, or IT project management
• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in GIS software, cadastral data management, digital workflows, and IT systems
• Experience in working with national authorities, government agencies, and international donors in EU accession countries is an advantage
• Experience with EU regulations and standards in the context of geospatial data is preferred
• Previous work on EU accession is an asset
• Experience in the area of digitalisation processes in regards to property rights and land administration is a strong asset
• Fluent English

Skills

• Geographic Information System
• Esri ArcGIS
• QGIS
• Database Management
• Cadastral Data Management
• IT Project Management
• Electronic Workflows
• GIS Software
• Geospatial Data Standardization
• Land Administration
• Property Rights Digitalisation
• Technical Advisory
• Capacity Building
• EC Regulations
• Stakeholder Collaboration

Languages

English