Fishery Officer Lazio

Fishery Officer
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Job Description - Fishery Officer (2500326)

Job PostingDate: 30/Jan/2025

Closure Date20/Feb/2025, 2:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: Fisheries and Aquaculture Division, NFI

Job TypeStaff position

Type of Requisition: Professional Project

Primary LocationItaly-Rome

Duration: Fixed-term: one year with possibility of extension

Post Number: 1076779

CCOG Code: 1H05

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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, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment, and a better life. Leaving no one behind.

Reporting Lines

The Fishery Officer reports to the GFCM Executive Secretary and collaborates with relevant staff in the GFCM Secretariat, both at the GFCM office in Rome, Italy and in the subregional technical units, transversally. S/he leads the GFCM Secretariat Compliance Team.

Technical Focus

Support the full compliance with GFCM policies by Contracting Parties and Cooperating non-Contracting Parties (CPCs) related to decisions adopted.

Key Functions Plans and leads components of multidisciplinary teams and provides specialized expertise in technical networks. Develops technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting frameworks to support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmes. Designs and conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and reporting activities. Responds to country requests for technical and policy assistance. Collaborates in capacity development and knowledge sharing activities. Promotes international cooperation and advocates best practices. Participates in resource mobilization activities. Specific Functions Oversees the work of the Compliance Committee. Leads the GFCM Compliance Team. Participates in the strategic planning of GFCM activities. Provides compliance-related advice to the Executive Secretary. Assists national focal points involved in the activities of the Compliance Committee. Represents the GFCM in relevant meetings. Liaises with relevant FAO Divisions/Offices/Centres. Contributes to the development of a modular approach to monitoring, control and surveillance. Performs duties related to the above duties. Minimum Requirements Advanced university degree in fishery science, marine affairs or related field. Seven years of relevant experience in fisheries, focusing on IUU fishing. 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 is desirable. Knowledge of the regulatory framework at country, subregional and regional levels. Experience in providing advice on compliance measures adopted by RFMOs. Experience in organizing technical meetings on IUU fishing. Experience in providing technical support to governments. Ability to liaise with governments and organizations. Familiarity with projects that include a compliance component. Proficiency in preparing technical documents and reports. Knowledge of GFCM policies will be an 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.

Conditions of Service

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.

How to Apply

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.

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