Вакансія: IMS Assistant – APOPO (Humanitarian Mine Action)

Position Title: IMS Assistant

Duty Station: Kyiv

Type of Appointment: Employment

Estimated Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: September 07, 2025 23:59 Ukraine Time

Salary: 50,000 UAH Gross

About APOPO:

APOPO is an award-winning Belgian NGO established in 1997 and currently operating in 10 countries. APOPO’s mission is to protect the people and the planet using scent-detection animals. The organisation trains and deploys rats and dogs in humanitarian missions such as the detection of explosives, diseases, illegal trafficking and search & rescue. APOPO currently has over 300 operational animals, most of which are working in Mine Action, which makes it the largest animal detection operator in the sector.

About APOPO in Ukraine:

Since the Russian invasion of 24th February, Ukraine has been severely affected by landmines, cluster munitions and other explosive remnants of war. The scale of the conflict and the use of high impact and indiscriminate weapons requires an urgent and extensive response. APOPO aims to accelerate the reduction of suspected hazardous areas in Ukraine using its Technical Survey Dog Teams. APOPO registered in Ukraine in 2023. APOPO’s dog training centre is established in Krasylivka, and the operations will be conducted in partnership with Mines Advisory Group, in areas prioritized by the government. The main offices of APOPO Ukraine are in Kyiv.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The role of the IMS Assistant will be responsible for assisting in managing and maintaining the Geographic Information System (GIS) using ArcGIS software; Carrying out daily duties to support the IMS Officer in recording field activities and utilizing GIS for data analysis and mapping. The main duties will be:

• Import, update, and manage spatial data from various sources.
• Create maps and visualizations using ArcGIS software.
• Maintain a data entry on the ArcGIS Online Reporting System and update the Operational Dashboards of the Program.
• Process the daily data from teams that work in the field.
• Participate in the planning and execution of GIS projects.
• Attend relevant training, conferences, and workshops to enhance skills.

ABOUT YOU:

We are seeking a candidate with:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Disposition to learn new information;
• Excellent computer skills;
• Advance Microsoft Excel and Word using skills;
• Attention to detail is needed to detect errors in datasets;
• Strong ability to work both in a team and independently;
• Ability to understand spoken and written English;
• Problem-solving and analytical skills;

Those will be considered as an advantage:

• Familiarity with GIS data formats, coordinate systems, and projections;
• Familiarity with ArcGIS software and its extensions;
• Familiarity with GIS data formats, coordinate systems, and projections;

How to apply:

This opportunity is available to Ukrainian nationals only. Interested candidates are invited to submit applications by sending a CV and Cover Letter in English to the email [відгукнутися] by September 07, 2025.

CVs in Ukrainian will NOT be reviewed.

Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis and position could be assigned prior to closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Due to the high volume of applications that we receive, we are not able to respond to every application. If you have not heard back from us within 3 weeks of applying, it will mean that your application has not been successful.

Please note that this post is subject to background checks before an offer of employment is confirmed.