Job Description - Fishery Officer (2403277) Job Posting Date: 22/Oct/2024 Closure Date Date: 22/Nov/2024, 10:59:00 PM Organizational Unit: Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, NFI Job Type Staff position Type of Requisition: Professional Project Primary Location Spain-Malaga Duration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension Post Number: 2007869 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems.
Organizational Setting The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) works with Members and partners to transform aquatic systems and promote the responsible and sustainable management of aquatic food systems.
The General Fisheries Commission for the Mediterranean (GFCM) promotes the development, conservation, rational management and best use of living marine resources.
Reporting Lines The Fishery Officer reports to the Senior Fishery Officer/Fisheries Team Leader.
Technical Focus Support to and participation in the implementation of policies and work programmes at subregional level, related to capacity development and the provision of scientific advice to the GFCM.
Key Results Research, technical analysis and project related services to support the delivery of programme projects, products and services.
Key Functions Researches, analyses and provides access to fisheries and aquaculture technical data.
Produces a variety of technical data, statistics, information and reports.
Provides technical, statistical, and/or analytical services.
Participates in the development of improved/updated technical tools.
Participates in multidisciplinary teams.
Collaborates in capacity development activities.
Promotes knowledge sharing and best practices.
Supports resource mobilization activities.
Specific Functions Contributes to the preparation and implementation of the GFCM work programme.
Provides technical support to the work of the SAC.
Ensures the compilation of concise and comprehensive technical elements.
Contributes to analysing and contrasting information on Mediterranean fisheries.
Provides guidance to individual scientists involved in the SAC.
Represents the Organization at relevant international meetings and conferences.
Performs other related duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Advanced university degree in fisheries sciences, marine sciences or a related field.
Five years of relevant experience in quantitative analysis and assessment of wild marine fish stocks.
Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language.
Technical/Functional Skills Work experience in more than one location or area of work.
Working knowledge of French and Spanish is a strong asset.
Extent and relevance of experience of technical work in support of fisheries management.
Extent and relevance of knowledge and experience in the formulation of advice within RFMOs.
Extent and relevance of experience in the Mediterranean region is considered a strong asset.
GENERAL INFORMATION • FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
• Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds.
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
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HOW TO APPLY To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered.
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