Internship - Information Management - 6 months

Description du poste

Join the GICHD to enhance explosive ordnance risk reduction efforts. Be part of a dynamic team focused on impactful change. Tasks Research new AI tools to improve IMSMA Core implementation. Support country implementations through data management and dashboards. Contribute to documentation and best practices in technical solutions. Skills Experience with GIS tools and understanding of AI required. Proficiency in Web GIS and data collection tools essential. Python programming knowledge is a plus. About the job About this offer Purpose The GICHD works towards reducing risk to communities caused by explosive ordnance, by furthering knowledge, promoting norms and standards, developing capacities, and facilitating dialogue and cooperation. Effective and secure information management tools play a crucial role in improving operations and enabling national responses in mine action. At the forefront of this effort, the GICHD serves as a key provider of information management advisory services and support for explosive ordnance risk reduction. With its mission to equip partner organisations with modern tools and know-how, the GICHD supports national authorities in making evidence-based operational and strategic decisions through modern, secure and reliable information management systems. The GICHD developed the Information Management System for Mine Action (IMSMA), with the latest version — IMSMA Core — a Web GIS system built on a custom configuration of ESRI’s ArcGIS Enterprise. The intern will assist the Information Management advisors with the customisation and technical development of IMSMA Core for mine-affected countries around the world. Areas of Responsibilities Research and test new AI tools that could improve IMSMA Core implementation with partner countries, with a focus on new AI capabilities that Esri is rolling out across its suite of tools. Support country implementations: build Survey123 forms, clean and migrate data, and create dashboards and simple web applications. Provide hands-on support to ongoing country deployments of IMSMA Core. Contribute to knowledge sharing and documentation of technical solutions and best practices. Qualifications Required Good knowledge of GIS tools, particularly Web GIS and data collection tools (ArcGIS Portal and/or ArcGIS Online, Survey123, etc.). Background in and/or good understanding of AI and GeoAI. Independent, proactive and self-motivated working style. Fluent in English (written and spoken). Desired Python programming, including familiarity with ESRI Python libraries (arcpy and ArcGIS Python API). Background and/or interest in humanitarian mine action or a related field. Applications If you feel you have the right profile, please submit your application including a CV (maximum 2 pages, PDF format, in English) by 30th June 2026. The GICHD implements a Gender and Diversity Policy and is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are encouraged from women and men, nationals of mine-affected countries, and individuals with a disability or special needs who meet the above profile requirements. Please note that only Switzerland-based applicants will be accepted Useful Links IMSMA Core: https://www.gichd.org/our-response/information-management/imsma-core/ GICHD Job Opportunities: https://www.gichd.org/the-gichd/job-opportunities/