ADPC Hiring Impact Visualization Developer (Consultant) | Deadline 5 May 2026

The Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) is seeking a qualified Impact Visualization Interface Developer (Consultant) to design and develop a geospatial web-based system supporting disaster risk reduction and climate resilience planning in Thailand. The consultancy is part of the URBAN: Urban Resilience Building and Nature project, implemented in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Duty station: Home-based
Contract period: 1 June – 30 November 2026 (deliverable-based)
Application email: procurement@adpc.net
Deadline: 5 May 2026

Overview of the Organization

ADPC is an autonomous international organization established in 1986, working to strengthen disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate resilience across Asia and the Pacific. It supports governments and institutions in implementing global frameworks such as the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the Paris Agreement.

The organization works across thematic areas including:

• Risk governance
• Urban resilience
• Climate resilience
• Health risk management
• Preparedness and resilient recovery

It also integrates cross-cutting priorities such as gender equality, regional cooperation, and sustainable livelihoods.

Project Background

The consultancy is linked to the URBAN project, which aims to strengthen climate resilience in selected urban areas of Thailand, specifically in Chiang Rai and Surat Thani provinces.

The project promotes nature-based solutions (NbS) and supports local authorities in adopting data-driven approaches to climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction.

As part of this initiative, ADPC is developing a geospatial system that can visualize multi-hazard risks and support decision-making at national and local levels.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The primary objective of this assignment is to develop a web-based Impact Visualization Interface that integrates hazard, exposure, and vulnerability data into an interactive decision-support platform.

The system will be used by government agencies, technical institutions, and disaster risk management stakeholders to improve planning and emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for the full lifecycle of system design, development, and deployment, including both front-end and back-end components.

1. System Architecture and Design

• Design scalable system architecture for national-level deployment
• Develop UI/UX wireframes and user interface prototypes
• Define geospatial data structures and metadata standards
• Ensure compatibility with existing national data systems and APIs

2. Front-End Development

• Build responsive web interfaces using modern frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular)
• Develop interactive map visualizations and dashboards
• Enable multi-layer spatial analysis and comparison tools
• Implement filtering, temporal analysis, and data visualization components

3. Back-End Development

• Develop secure APIs for geospatial data processing and retrieval
• Set up spatial databases using PostgreSQL/PostGIS or similar systems
• Optimize performance for large-scale geospatial datasets
• Ensure efficient data caching and tile rendering

4. Data Integration and Processing

• Integrate hazard datasets including floods, droughts, and landslides
• Combine exposure and vulnerability indicators
• Develop automated data ingestion workflows
• Ensure compliance with geospatial data standards

5. Analytical Tools Development

• Build tools for risk scoring and classification
• Enable scenario comparison (baseline vs extreme events)
• Provide administrative-level aggregation (province/district/sub-district)
• Support export of maps and analytical reports

6. Security and User Management

• Implement role-based access control systems
• Ensure cybersecurity compliance and data protection standards

7. Testing and Optimization

• Conduct system testing (unit, integration, and user acceptance testing)
• Optimize performance for low-bandwidth environments
• Ensure cross-platform and browser compatibility

8. Documentation and Training

• Prepare full technical documentation and user manuals
• Deliver training sessions for national stakeholders
• Provide handover of source code and deployment materials

Expected Deliverables

The consultancy is structured around three major deliverables:

• Deliverable 1 (20%): System design, architecture, and inception report
• Deliverable 2 (50%): Fully functional beta version of the platform with integrated datasets
• Deliverable 3 (30%): Final deployed system, documentation, and handover package

Candidate Profile and Qualifications

The position is suitable for early-career to mid-level professionals with strong technical expertise in geospatial systems and web development.

Required qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, Remote Sensing, Environmental Science, or related field
• 2–3 years of experience in geospatial analysis or application development
• Strong programming skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, CSS
• Proficiency in Python or R for geospatial data processing
• Experience with spatial databases (PostGIS, SQL-based systems)
• Experience developing web-based mapping applications
• Strong analytical and visualization skills

Preferred experience:

• Satellite data processing and environmental risk analysis
• Multi-hazard risk modeling or climate-related applications
• Experience with APIs and geospatial data integration

Working Conditions

• Fully remote (home-based)
• No travel required
• Total input: approximately 4 months within a 6-month contract period
• Monthly progress reviews with ADPC technical team

Payment Structure

Payment is output-based and tied to deliverables:

• 20% upon completion of system design and inception report
• 50% upon delivery of functional beta system
• 30% upon final system deployment and documentation

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their application via email.

Submission requirements:

• Completed ADPC application form (downloadable from www.adpc.net)
• Updated CV
• Copies of academic certificates
• Cover letter

Email: procurement@adpc.net Subject line: Impact Visualization Interface Developer – [Applicant Name]

Final Perspective

This consultancy offers an opportunity to contribute to advanced geospatial systems supporting disaster risk reduction and climate resilience. The role combines software engineering, data science, and humanitarian applications, directly supporting evidence-based decision-making for climate adaptation in Thailand.

By transforming complex risk datasets into accessible visual tools, the consultant will play a key role in strengthening preparedness, resilience planning, and sustainable urban development in climate-vulnerable regions.

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