Fishing Technology and Operations Specialist

The Fishing Technology and Operations Specialist will provide expert support to FAO's Fisheries Division in sustainable and responsible development of fisheries and aquaculture. The role involves assisting in fishing vessel and gear technology, pollution reduction, safety measures, and capacity building to promote sustainable fisheries and minimize environmental impacts.

Responsibilities

• Support project formulation and implementation in accordance with FAO’s Strategic Framework and the FAO project cycle.
• Carry out coordination, implementation and administration of assigned activities in accordance with FAO rules, procedures and systems, and donor requirements.
• Support implementation of projects such as RegLitter, PRO-SEAS and REBYC III and other projects.
• Assist in the development of studies, publications and analyses, knowledge products and dissemination materials related to NFIFP’s areas of work, including guidelines, manuals, research papers, capacity building and training materials, and related websites.
• Support the development and delivery of training programmes, training materials and capacity-building activities related to fishing safety, and occupational safety and health (OSH) in fisheries, taking into account relevant international instruments, standards and good practices.
• Collect, manage and analyze data to inform and guide the teams’ technical and policy work.
• Perform outreach and communication-related activities.
• Carry out organization of and participate in external events (including field missions) in support of the delivery of NFIFP’s programme of work, including consultation, training, capacity building and technical assistance.
• Collaborate with other FAO divisions, UN agencies, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations and other external partners in the areas of NFIFPs programme of work.
• Contribute to NFIFP’s work related to resource mobilization, monitoring of regular programme expenses and organization of international meetings.
• Assist beneficiary countries in undertaking necessary policy and legislative revisions for adoption and effective implementation of relevant international instruments.
• Develop and deliver training, training-of-trainers and capacity-building activities in fishing safety and occupational safety and health (OSH), including preparation of curricula, training packages, guidance materials, practical exercises and other learning resources.
• Represent NFIFP at internal and external meetings related to NFIFP’s activities.
• Prepare and organize consultations, workshops and technical meetings.
• Collaborate with relevant institutions, networks and platforms to advance global dialogue on issues related to NFIFP’s programme of work and FAO’s Programme Priority Areas.

Requirements

• Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in Fisheries, Biology, Veterinary, Environmental Studies, Marine engineering, Architecture, Development Studies, Economics, Occupational Health and Safety, Political Sciences, Law, Business Administration, International Relations, or any other discipline relevant to the work of the Organization.
• Consultants with bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience.
• University degree in the above areas for PSAs; a technical diploma plus demonstrated and relevant professional experience of at least 5 years can be accepted in lieu of a university degree.
• Relevant experience in one or more areas in fishing operations and vessel design and technology; fishing technology, gear selectivity and environmental impacts of fishing; pollution reduction in fisheries, waste management, data and information management, fisheries infrastructure development including harbours and landing sites for fishing vessels; fishing fleet economic performance; fisheries micro-finance and credit, fisheries insurance; fisheries investments; sustainable business model development; small-scale fishing technology; emergency response; safety at sea; and programmes/projects formulation and implementation.
• Years of relevant experience: For COF.REG level C: two to four years; For PSAs level C: one to four years; For COF.REG/PSAs level B: at least five years; For COF.REG/PSAs level A: at least 10 years.
• Working knowledge (level C) of English and limited knowledge (level B) of one of the other languages of the Organization (French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese or Russian). For PSA it can be required only one language level C.
• Work experience in more than one location or above mentioned areas of work, particularly in developing countries is desirable.
• Extent and relevance of field experience in a technical area of assignment.
• Extent and relevance of experience in providing technical advice at local, national, regional and global levels.
• Extent and relevance of knowledge in the implementation of international instruments, standards and guidelines, related to above fields of expertise, particularly knowledge of the FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries and related guidelines is desirable.
• Extent and relevance of experience in project/programme formulation and implementation of projects, programmes and studies in the pertinent field of expertise.
• Extent and relevance of knowledge and understanding of the work of international organizations, regional entities and national governments.
• Extent of experience with working in a team of professional staff from diverse technical and cultural backgrounds and expertise.
• Extent of experience in monitoring, knowledge management and information dissemination.
• Extent of experience with capacity development and knowledge sharing activities.
• Candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

Skills

• Fishing Operations
• Vessel Design
• Fishing Technology
• Gear Selectivity
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Pollution Reduction
• Waste Management
• Data Management
• Information Management
• Fisheries Infrastructure Development
• Fishing Fleet Economic Performance
• Fisheries Micro-finance
• Fisheries Insurance
• Fisheries Investments
• Sustainable Business Models
• Small-scale Fishing Technology
• Emergency Response
• Safety at Sea
• Project Formulation
• Project Implementation
• Technical Advice
• International Fisheries Standards
• FAO Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries
• Monitoring
• Knowledge Management
• Information Dissemination
• Capacity Development
• Knowledge Sharing

Languages

English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, Russian