Fishery Officer (Aquaculture Production And Technology)

Job Description - Fishery Officer (Aquaculture Production and Technology) (2402053) Job Description 2402053 Fishery Officer (Aquaculture Production and Technology) Job Posting Job Posting : 19/Jun/2024 Closure Date Closure Date : 10/Jul/2024, 9:59:00 PM Organizational Unit : NFI Job Type Job Type : Staff position Type of Requisition : Professional Primary Location Primary Location : Italy-Rome Duration : Fixed-term: two years with possibility of extension Post Number : 2010303 CCOG Code : 1H05 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device The length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________ • 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 • Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values • FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination • All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks • All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality • FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production , better nutrition , a better environment, and a better life , leaving no one behind.
Organizational Setting The 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; post-harvest utilization, marketing and trade with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishing communities; collection, compilation, validation, trend analysis and dissemination of the best available and up-to-date fishery statistics and for the syndication of the FAO information on all aspects of world fisheries and aquaculture.
The Division is also responsible for FAO's activities related to the management and conservation of the living aquatic resources used by fisheries and aquaculture, including the biodiversity and ecosystem maintenance, with particular emphasis on most vulnerable and threatened species and habitats; management of responsible fisheries and aquaculture in accordance with modern management standards and best practices; development of fisheries technology, with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well-being of fishing communities, including the safety of fishers and fishing vessels.
The position is located in the Technology and Production Team (NFIAT) in the Sustainable Aquaculture area and is based at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines The Fishery Officer (Aquaculture Production and Technology) reports to the Senior Fishery Officer/NFIAT Team Leader in the Sustainable Aquaculture area under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, NFI.
Technical Focus Sustainable aquaculture development, aquaculture technology, production and management.
Key Results Collection and analysis of information, data and statistics and project/meeting services to support programme projects, products and services.
Key Functions • Collects and analyses relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional and technology related information, data and/or statistics to support the delivery of programme projects, as well as products and services.
• Undertakes analysis, provides technical input for plans and reports and edits/revises technical/scientific documents.
• Participates in the development of improved work methods, tools and systems.
• Updates databases and web pages.
• Participates in multidisciplinary project/work teams.
• Collaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc.
• Participates in the organization, conduct and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the development/production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners.
Specific Functions • Monitors the situation of aquaculture development in target countries and regions, especially with regard to the preparation of technical and fact-finding missions.
This includes understanding the status of aquaculture development in these countries and identifying opportunities for intensification and expansion of sustainable aquaculture.
• Provides collaborative and technical support to the implementation of activities related to increasing capacity of countries to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change and minimize negative impacts of aquaculture on biodiversity and the environment.
• Provides collaborative support to the implementation of activities aimed at enhancing efficiency of aquaculture production leading to its intensification, including efficient resource utilization, best practice technology and application of appropriate innovation.
• Provides collaborative support to the implementation of activities related to aquaculture expansion, including low input and non-fed aquaculture (e.g.
mollusk and seaweed aquaculture).
• Assists in the preparation of key knowledge products related to sustainable aquaculture development, including guidelines and technical manuals.
• Assists in the organization and implementation of technical meetings, such as expert workshops, expert consultations and training workshops.
• Supports communication material development and promotional work through appropriate media, including social media.
• Performs other related duties as required.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING Minimum Requirements • Advanced university degree in fisheries, aquaculture/aquatic sciences, biology, management or related disciplines.
• Three years of relevant experience in the aquaculture sector.
• Working knowledge (proficient - level C) of English and limited knowledge (intermediate - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Technical/Functional Skills • Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.
• Experience in the preparation, editing and revision of technical documents and in the organization of meetings and workshops.
• Experience in collecting and analysing technical information related to aquaculture or similar fields.
• Understanding of aquaculture and the fundamentals of sustainability of aquaculture or related production systems.
• Experience of project formulation, analysis, planning and implementation.
• Practical experience of working in aquaculture in a production or research context is highly desirable.
• Experience of working in a developing country context is highly desirable.
• Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.
• Experience of implementing training programmes is desirable.
• Experience in the following areas of aquaculture is considered an asset: seaweed aquaculture; Recirculating System Aquaculture (RAS); and Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA).
• Knowledge of FAO policies and programmes is considered an asset.
_________________________________________________________________ FAO staff are expected to adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.
_________________________________________________________________ GENERAL INFORMATION Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: Other benefits, subject to eligibility, include: • Dependency allowances • Rental subsidy • Education grant for children • Home leave travel • 30 working days of annual leave per year • Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund • International health insurance; optional life insurance • Disability protection FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce.
FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization.
This includes: • elements of family-friendly policies • flexible working arrangements • standards of conduct.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ 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 • Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile • 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).
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You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application • Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered • Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile • We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.
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