Fishery Officer

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FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to our strategic objectives and operations. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 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 wellbeing, food security and poverty reduction; postharvest utilization, marketing and trade with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the wellbeing 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 as well as the management of responsible fisheries and aquaculture in accordance with modern management standards and best practices and the development of fisheries technology, with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the wellbeing of fishing communities, including the safety of fishers and fishing vessels. The position is located in the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. Reporting Lines The Fishery Officer (Fishing Technology) reports to the Senior Fishery Officer, in the Port State Measures Agreement (PSMA), Fisheries Operations and Compliance team. Technical Focus Provision of support to FAO's work related to the implementation of Chapter 8 (Fishing Operations) of the Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries with a focus on fishing operations and technology. In this regard, the Fishery Officer will be responsible for the production and dissemination of information on responsible fishing methods, gears, equipment, fishing technologies, innovations and fishing operations, in line with the FAO Strategic Objectives -, the FAO Programme Priority Areas on Blue Transformation and Small-scale producers' equitable access to resources and the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Key Results Comprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with divisional objectives and the FAO Strategic Framework. Key Functions Plans and leads components of multidisciplinary teams, leads and/or participates on Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups, and/or provides specialized expertise in technical networks and/or international technical policy and standard setting bodies. Develops technical, analytical, monitoring and reporting frameworks, and related methodologies, tools, systems and databases, etc. to support the planning, implementation/delivery and monitoring of programmes of work, projects, products and/or services. Designs and conducts research, data collection, validation, analysis and/or reporting activities to support the development of technical standards, international instruments, innovative approaches and strategies, new tools, technologies, technical reports/publications, and/or policy proposals, as well as the provision of technical/policy/specialist/advice and expertise. Responds to country requests for technical and policy assistance, provides technical advice, assistance and solutions to Decentralized Offices and provides technical backstopping to field projects. Collaborates in, provides technical backstopping to, and ensures the quality/effectiveness of, capacity development and knowledge sharing activities within Member Nations, such as policy support, organizational development and individual learning events including preparation of related information, learning materials, on-line tools. Promotes international cooperation/advocates best practices, supports increased policy dialogue and provides technical expertise at international/intergovernmental meetings. Participates in resource mobilization activities in accordance with the FAO Strategic Framework. Specific Functions Provides advice on policies, strategies and methods for responsible fisheries, including fishing technologies, gears, and equipment, to support responsible practices for sustainable fisheries and the reduction of impacts of fishing operations on ecosystems. In collaboration with other NFI staff liaises with international and regional organizations active in maritime and fisheries subjects, such as International Maritime Organization (IMO) and relevant sub-committees, Joint Group of Experts on the Scientific Aspects of Marine Environmental Protection (GESAMP), UN Environment Programme (UNEP), Regional Fisheries Management Organizations (RFMOs) and Regional Fishery Advisory Bodies (RFABs), to effectively develop and implement international and regional instruments, FAO guidelines, standards and arrangements that contribute to responsible fishing operations, with a focus on technological innovation in fisheries, gear marking, reporting of lost gear, and the reduction of bycatch and discards in fishing operations. Prepares, organizes and/or participates in technical meetings, studies, capacity building programmes and other activities concerned with the introduction, implementation and dissemination of responsible fishing technologies and operations, including serving as co-chairperson of the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES-FAO) Working Group on Fishing Technology and Fish Behavior (WGFTFB). Analyses and disseminates experiences and lessons learned on responsible fishing technologies and methods, contributing also to