Information Management Officer (GIS & Esri Systems)

Location: Morogoro, Tanzania (70% + in-country presence)
Contract Type: 12-month full-time consultancy
Start Date: as soon as possible
Reporting to: Global Information Systems Manager & CEO
Working with: APOPO Tanzania Program Teams (TB, Rat Training, Wildlife Detection, HeroTREE), Global ISM, APOPO HQ
Application deadline: August 21, 2025

About APOPO

APOPO is a non-profit organization that trains scent detection animals for humanitarian and environmental purposes. Our programs include landmine detection and tuberculosis detection, and conservation initiatives. We are headquartered in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Position Summary

APOPO is seeking a motivated and capable Information Management Officer to lead the development and implementation of an Esri-based information systems across multiple programs in Tanzania. This position is ideal for a GIS and data management professional early in their career who is eager to apply their skills in a dynamic, field-based environment.

Responsibilities

System development and deployment:

• Build Esri-based information systems for the following areas:
• Rat training and animal welfare
• Tuberculosis detection lab testing
• Wildlife detection
• HeroTREE environmental monitoring project
• Design intuitive mobile data collection tools, dashboards, and workflows using Esri tools (Survey123, Field Maps, Dashboards, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online)
• Ensure systems are scalable, sustainable, and meet the needs of program teams (e.g. session management, cage integration, workflows, lab data coordination)

Stakeholder collaboration and capacity building:

• Work closely with field and program staff to identify data needs and system requirements for their workflows, projects and programs
• Deliver training sessions and user support for Esri tools and digital workflows
• Support adoption and handover to local teams by project end

Data quality and integration:

• Apply best practices in data structure, integrity, version control, and metadata
• Ensure alignment and compatibility across APOPO’s projects
• Document systems, procedures, and data governance protocols

Required Qualifications

• Degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a closely related field
• A passion for system design and innovative GIS solutions
• 1 to 3 years of hands-on experience working with Esri tools including:
• ArcGIS Pro
• ArcGIS Online (AGOL)
• Survey123
• Field Maps
• Dashboard creation
• Geodatabase and relational database design
• Familiarity with managing mobile data collection and working with offline field tools
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with non-technical users
• Strong organizational skills and attention to data quality
• Full fluency in English

Desirable

• Experience working in low-resource or international field settings
• Familiarity with scripting or automation (e.g. Python, Arcade)
• Interest in APOPO’s mission areas (animal training, conservation, TB, or mine action)

Compensation and Logistics

• Consultancy fee: approximately 50,000 USD for 12 months
• Includes housing in Morogoro, Tanzania
• One round-trip flight (home-country ↔ Tanzania)
• One additional annual leave flight
• APOPO will provide laptop and necessary field data collection equipment
• Office base in Morogoro, with occasional travel to project sites as needed

How to Apply

Please submit your CV, a brief cover letter, and a portfolio or examples of previous GIS or IM work by completing the application form by August 21st. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview and a technical skills assessment. Please note: Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

APOPO’s commitment

APOPO is committed to safeguarding the well-being of all individuals and animals we work with. All staff must uphold APOPO’s safeguarding policies, promote a safe and respectful environment, and fulfill safeguarding responsibilities appropriate to their roles. Background checks, including reference and qualification verifications, are part of the recruitment process. We are an equal opportunity employer. APOPO celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.