FOREST MANAGEMENT BUREAU GIS and REMOTE SENSING UNIT/FMP/INREMP

Terms of Reference (TOR GIS/Remote Sensing Consultant) 3-6 Months

1. Prepare the organizational structure/staffing pattern, job descriptions of the personnel involved in the GIS/RS Unit operations including the formulation of governance and operational guidelines and policies; 2. Prepare a state-of-the-art applications of remote sensing in forest management and monitoring in the Philippines (platforms) 3. Prepare training proposals to enhance the capability of GIS/RS personnel in the field of GIS and Remote Sensing, based on identified gaps and needs and the objectives of the bureau; 4. Prepare an integration plan with the Existing National Program such as the National Greening Program (NGP), FLBD, FRA/NFI, FMP, INREMP, REDD+ and other forestry related programs and projects of FMB; 5. Prepare a Communication, Data Access Plan to include data sharing, uploading of data/information to the GeoPortal Project, available printable GIS products (statistical data and maps) to be uploaded to the FMB Website for regular updating; 6. Prepare Linkages and Collaboration Plan Draft a MOA among FMB, UPGE and UPLB for possible services, development and technical collaboration; and how to harness the existing GIS/RS initiatives and programs of other agencies academic institution and development partners; and 7. Prepare an action plan regarding project monitoring using GIS/RS technology. Minimum Qualifications: Masters Level, preferably with Ph.D (Remote Sensing); 5 years work experience on remote sensing applications in natural resources management; Preferably with undergraduate degree in forestry or natural resource management Dr. Gail Perez: Available Hours Mondays, except Third Monday, 1-5 Tuesdays Wednesdays, afternoons Thursdays, morning Fridays, morning

Terms of Reference (TOR Remote SensingAnalyst/Specialist, SG-18), 1 Year, Subject to Annual Renewal, depending on funds
1. To interpret Remote Sensing Imageries using ENVI+IDL Software [Output: Report on Map Interpretation]; 2. To classify raster image into land cover/land use types [Output: Maps]; 3. Toanalyze interpreted images and prepare data interpretation report (Statistical data) [ Output: Maps and database];

4. To convert data from raster to vector format using ArcGIS Software [Output: Maps]; 5. To train RS Technologist and GIS/RS personnel on how to interpret, classify and analyze Remote Sensing imageries using ENVI+IDL software; and 6. To perform other tasks that maybe assigned by the supervisor. Minimum Qualifications: Masters Level (Degree in Remote Sensing or at least 12 units in Remote Sensing); At least 2 years work experience on remote sensing applications in natural resources management or relevant work; Preferably with undergraduate degree in forestry or natural resource management

Terms of Reference (TORRemote Sensing Technologist, SG-15); 1 Year, Subject to Annual Renewal, depending on funds
1. To classify raster image into land cover/land use types [Output: Maps]; 2. To analyze interpreted images and prepare data interpretation report (Statistical data) [ Output: Maps and database]; and 3. To convert data from raster to vector format using ArcGIS Software [Output: Maps]; 4. To assist the RS Analyst/Specialist in all remote sensing tasks; and 5. To perform other tasks that maybe assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications: With remote sensing background, at least 40 hours of training in remote sensing; Preferably with undergraduate degree in forestry or natural resource management