Aquaculture Consultant

Job Details

As an Aquaculture Consultant at FAI, you will support the Aquaculture Welfare Project in Brazil, working with partner farms and companies. You will be part of a dynamic and multidisciplinary team committed to strengthening resilience in aquaculture through local actions with global impact and digital solutions for food brands and their suppliers.

This is a hybrid role that requires solid knowledge in aquaculture (especially tilapia farming) and/or food supply chains associated with aquaculture, with the ability to work on multiple fronts.

Tasks

Main Responsibilities

Technical and Scientific Deliverables

• Work with the Program Manager and other consultants to deliver:

• Training and Education
• Implementation of the Tilapia Welfare Assessment protocol (and other standards when necessary)

• Farm welfare assessments

• Evaluation of project partners in relation to certification standards such as Best Aquaculture Practice (BAP) and Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)
• Support FAI's R&D activities with partners.
• Produce technical briefings, literature reviews, case studies, and reports on areas such as tilapia welfare, nutrition, health, environment, and behavior.
• Provide recommendations for improvement actions.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Verify and analyze evaluation data.

• Prepare reports using FAI data tools.

  Project Coordination

• To monitor the implementation of well-being practices by partners.
• Review activities and support planning.
• Produce content for engagement.
• Participate in in-person and online meetings and record minutes.

Additional Responsibilities:

• To support the development and testing of FAI's digital solutions.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the aquaculture welfare project.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Aquaculture, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine or related fields (or equivalent practical experience)
• Experience in food supply chains (with a focus on fish farming), sustainability consulting, or fish welfare.
• Knowledge of BAP and ASC certifications or aquaculture improvement projects.
• History of collaborative work with teams and partners.
• Ability to produce high-quality technical materials.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (especially Excel) and data management.
• Advanced English (written and spoken)

Personal attributes/characteristics

• Autonomy and excellent time management
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to deliver results independently and in alignment with FAI's mission.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English and Portuguese)
• Organization and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Comfortable with remote work and regular travel.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to deliver quality work on time for multiple simultaneous projects.
• Comfortable working remotely and comfortable traveling regularly.

Location and Availability

Based in Brazil , preferably in Londrina-PR , with availability for travel as needed. Estimated time commitment: 50% in the field and 50% in administrative tasks (reviews, reports, meetings) .

Contact Information

How to apply

Submission deadline: January 15, 2026.
Pre-selection: from February 1, 2026.

Send your resume and cover letter with the subject line:
“Application: Aquaculture Consultant”

On paper, count:

• Who are you
• Why do you want to work at FAI?
• What unique contribution can you make to the role?
• Your notice period (if applicable)

Important: Resumes without a cover letter will not be considered. Interviews will be conducted remotely.