Realizar mapeo de elementos básicos del territorio en OpenStreetMap - Paraguay

Organizational Context

The UNDP Regional Centre for Latin America and the Caribbean supports country offices, enhancing their project management, strategic partnerships, and knowledge sharing in priority areas. It comprises professionals focused on democratic governance, environment, crisis prevention, poverty reduction, and more. The Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team (HOT) has been organizing mapathons across Latin America for four years, collaborating with national institutions to address climate change adaptation and critical mapping gaps in OpenStreetMap.

Job Purpose

This assignment is part of the Regional Macro Mapathon (June 22 - July 31, 2026), a regional initiative mobilizing Latin America to generate geospatial data for disaster risk preparedness and build a network of collaborators. The focus is specifically on the Paraguayan territory. Participants will contribute to enriching OpenStreetMap's base cartography using satellite imagery. The initiative aims to close critical mapping gaps, enhance disaster risk reduction capabilities, and foster a sustainable network of contributors. This role involves data processing and contributing to open geospatial data construction.

Responsibilities

Enhance the base cartography of OpenStreetMap in priority areas of Paraguay using satellite imagery. Participants will receive training on cartographic digitization in OpenStreetMap through online video sessions, requiring attendance at a minimum of 4 out of 10 weekly sessions. Basic computer skills, internet access, a standard browser, and a mouse are necessary. Volunteers will join a WhatsApp community for technical guidance and information. Mapping will be done using platforms like Tasking Manager and MapRoulette, following established project structures. Volunteers must correct their own errors using OSM profile tools. The goal is to digitize roads and buildings with high-quality standards, completing at least 500 error-free objects by July 31, 2026, to receive certification.

Work Experience

No specific competencies or prior experience in OpenStreetMap editing are required, but such knowledge is highly valued. A demonstrated interest in digital cartography, open data, transparency, activism, and citizen science is sought. Basic technical skills include computer proficiency, web browsing, regular use of email and calendar, familiarity with Zoom and WhatsApp groups, and the ability to register and log in to platforms.

Skills

Key skills include basic computer literacy, web browsing, email, calendar management, proficiency with Zoom and WhatsApp, and the ability to register and log in. A capacity for basic digital drawing with a mouse is required. Volunteers must be available for virtual training and mapping, follow technical instructions diligently, maintain attention to detail, and exhibit a collaborative, team-oriented attitude. A helpful and orderly approach in community chats is also expected.

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