Fishery Resources Specialist

Job Details

Tasks And Responsibilities
 

• Provide technical inputs towards the implementation of the GFCM 2030 Strategy towards the sustainability of Mediterranean and Black Sea fisheries and achievement of its targets and the provision of advice on fisheries and aquaculture;
• Provide technical expertise or advice to monitor, analyze and/or address ecological, biological, economic, market, governance or social issues towards the management and sustainable development of fisheries in the Mediterranean and the Black Sea;
• Coordinate projects and initiatives supporting fisheries management, including on the above-mentioned specific issues as well as in the context of capacity development work under the MedSea4Fish and BlackSea4Fish projects;
• Provide substantial support for the planning and organization of relevant events and activities in relation to the GFCM work programme, including at subregional level;
• Provide technical expertise to assess, monitor and address environmental, economic, social, governance and planning aspects of aquaculture, in line with GFCM 2030 strategy (e.g. AZA, EMP, Responsible Investment, ADCs), to promote resilient and responsible aquaculture systems;
• Provide support to the GFCM CoC and its intersessional activities, including the drafting and editing documents on the implementation status of GFCM recommendations and data submission, MCS measures including control technologies and fight against IUU fishing at regional level;
• Provide support to existing and new research programmes, trials at sea, fishing gear selectivity tests, pilot studies and strategic initiatives in support to the development or implementation of data collection systems, standard methodologies, technical standards/guidelines, international instruments, technical innovation, technical reports, publications;
• As required, support the implementation of the work plans of the scientific advisory bodies as well as contribute to the process of formulation of scientific advice;
• Edit and revise technical and scientific documents and publications where appropriate;
• Provide support to information management activities envisaged in the framework for project outputs;
• Perform any other related duties as required.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements
 

• Advanced University degree from an institution recognized by the international Association of Universities (IAU) UNESCO (for consultants) or technical specialization (only for PSA) in natural, marine biology or related fields, social and economic sciences including any of the following fields: biology, fisheries or natural resources management, aquaculture, fisheries or natural resources economics, fisheries technology, international law, international relations social development, marine/freshwater affairs, or in other field related to the work of the Organization. Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
• At least one year (for PSA and Consultants) of relevant experience in fisheries research, sustainable aquaculture, natural resource management, project development and implementation, data analysis, MCS and compliance issues or related fields.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English.

Technical/Functional Skills
 

• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, possibly with focus on the Mediterranean and/or Black Sea region
• Extent of experience in the relevant fields
• Drafting and communication skills
• Proficiency in using Excel and the MS Office package.
   

Selection Criteria
 

• Level of experience in fisheries research, natural resource management, project development and implementation, data analysis, MCS and compliance or related fields
• Level of knowledge of the functioning of Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs)
• Experience in working with international and intergovernmental organizations, preferably in connection with the Mediterranean and Black Sea region
• Ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines
• Thoroughness, reliability and autonomy
• Level of communications skills (both oral and written) and drafting skills in relevant languages

Contact Information

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
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• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application

• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/. These qualifications should be in alignment with the International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) mappings. 

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