Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) is a Japanese Non-Governmental Organization established in 1996. PWJ has been providing humanitarian and development assistance for people affected by forced displacement and natural disasters in more than 20 countries in the world.

Job Overview:

The Assistant Spatial Planner under the general supervision of the Program Engineer and within the limits of Peace Winds Japan Kenya policies and procedures coordinates the facilitation of field activities and functions within PWJ. The Assistant Spatial Planner will work closely with the Shelter teamand other staff to perform a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages, maintains and updates a complex computerized asset management system and databases to facilitate and expedite the usability, accuracy, integrity and availability of data for camps planning and space utilization purposes.
• Coordinates the development of space inventory data; manages information to analyze current space and camps planning.
• Makes recommendations to integrate into master plan, strategic plan and facilities planning issues.
• Performs needs assessments for determining actual facilities, land use and space characteristics; develops space utilization recommendations and solutions to unique project planning, engineering and administrative problems as needed.
• Supervises and trains professional technical staff; overseas work and coordinates daily workflow in office.
• Provides direction to team members on project plans and leadership in training staff; sets priorities and makes changes as appropriate to optimize resources and meet deadlines.
• Periodically inspects projects to ensure availability of space and accurate inventory; conducts monthly space audits to determine space needs and priorities for required changes to allow work progress in a sequential order.
• Acts as a liaison with donors and Partners regarding accuracy of data and details of project requirements; works with users and management to obtain information and develop an understanding of needs; recommends solutions utilizing technology.
• Responds to various requests for reports and documentation concerning the functional use of facilities and space to assist in short and long range planning.
• Establishes and implements methods, systems and procedures to systematically collect, update and measure data integrity related to project planning, design and construction of facilities.
• Manages data and construction documents including camps space standards, drawings, specifications, camps maps, records and correspondence.
• Prepares plans for Master Plan of physical facilities, which identify major land uses, building sites, location of utilities, flood control, open and recreational spaces, community and residential impact.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in, Civil engineering, Surveying, Urban Planning, or any related field.
• A minimum of 3 Years’ work experience in spatial planning and/or urban development planning.
• Proven experience in spatial planning, GIS, or a related field will be an added advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Geographic Information Software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), AutoCAD, Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in conducting spatial analysis, working on planning projects, and collaborating with stakeholders may be essential.
• Previous work experience in refugee resettlement setup will be considered an added advantage
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Understanding of the unique challenges faced by displaced populations is desirable.
• Knowledge of spatial planning regulations and policies.
• Ability to ensure all spatial plans adhere to local, regional, and international standards.