Job Description - Fishery Officer (Aquaculture) (2402871)Job Posting13/Sep/2024Closure Date04/Oct/2024, 2:59:00 PMOrganizational Unit: NFIAPJob TypeStaff positionPrimary Location: Italy-RomeDuration: Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extensionPost Number: 1022695CCOG Code: 1H05IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device.FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture.Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Organizational SettingThe Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of FAO's activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human well-being, food security and poverty reduction.Reporting LinesThe Fishery Officer (Aquaculture) reports to the Senior Aquaculture Officer/NFIAP Team Leader in the Sustainable Aquaculture area under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, NFI.Technical FocusSupport to the development of sustainable, efficient and well-governed aquaculture for a more inclusive, resilient and healthy aquatic food system.Key ResultsResearch, 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, social, economic, environmental, institutional and technology related data.• Produces a variety of technical data, statistics, information and reports.• Provides technical, statistical, and/or analytical services on various studies, projects and initiatives.• Participates in multidisciplinary teams and/or leads working groups/teams.Specific Functions• Provides organizational and technical support to relevant global and regional processes.• Supports the work of FAO and partners in the mainstreaming and implementation of the guidelines for sustainable aquaculture.Minimum Requirements• Advanced university degree in agriculture, biology, animal science and nutrition, fisheries and aquaculture or related discipline.• Five years of relevant experience in aquaculture development, processing, including experience in developing countries.• Working knowledge of English and limited knowledge of another FAO official language.Technical/Functional Skills• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions.• Extent and relevance of experience in providing scientific support and advice to research and/or development projects.HOW TO APPLY• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
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