National Fisheries Specialist

7 giorni fa

Roma, Lazio, Italia FAO A tempo pieno

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  • 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 people 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 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.

Organizational Setting

The FISH4ACP project is a five-year project led by the Organisation of the African, Caribbean and Pacific States and funded by the European Union and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development. FISH4ACP aims at improving the sustainability of fisheries and aquaculture value chains through specific objectives.

Reporting Lines

National fisheries specialist reports to the FISH4ACP National Professional Officer in Sao Tome and Principe.

Technical Focus

Sustainable value chain development for coastal pelagic fisheries.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Contribute economic, social, and/or environmental-specific expertise to the overall value chain upgrading strategy in the Sao Tome and Principe coastal pelagic value chain.
• Strengthen local fishery community associations, improving their governance, management, and cohesion.
• Support local communities to improve good hygiene practices when handling, processing, transporting, and selling fishery products.
• Conduct market study and develop market strategies for new value-added products.
• Provide technical advice and support local organizations to improve the transport of fishery products.
• Support and monitor the value chain development activities of the project.
• Contribute to the development of a knowledge base on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture value chain development.
• Perform other related duties, as required.

Candidates Will Be Assessed Against the Following

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced university degree in agribusiness, fisheries and aquaculture, food science/technology, food industries, international development studies, geography, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in international value chain, economic, program development, social, and/or fisheries/aquaculture development.
• Working knowledge of English and Portuguese.
• National of Sao Tome and Principe or resident in the country with a valid work permit.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Work experience in more than one area of work
• Work experience in Sao Tome and Principe is essential
• Extent and relevance of experience in value chain development
• Extent and relevance of experience in capture fisheries and/or aquaculture value chains
• Ability to plan and organize own work, deliver results and meet deadlines
• Ability to write clear and concise technical documents in Portuguese and English.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment, Respect, Integrity, and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
  • Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact:
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
  • Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
  • Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

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