Fish4ACP International Specialist (Fish and Aquaculture)
Home Based - May require travel
- Organization: FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
- Location: Home Based - May require travel
- Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
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Occupational Groups:
- Agriculture and Forestry
- Maritime
- Fisheries
- Water Resource Management
- Sustainable use of oceans, seas and marine resources
- NFI
- Closing Date: Closed
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FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender and nationality
People with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
The incumbent may be re-assigned to different activities and/or duty stations depending on the evolving needs of the Organization
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Organizational Setting
Reporting Lines The International Specialist (Fish and Aquaculture) reports to the FiISH4ACP Chief Technical Advisor and will work in one or more country-value chain teams led by an international value chain analysis team leader. When activities are carried out in participating member countries, applicants will be required to work in close collaboration with the FAO Representation in the relevant country of assignment, as well as the relevant FAO regional and/or sub-regional office.
Technical Focus Sustainable value chain development for fisheries and aquaculture.
Tasks and responsibilities
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CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Advanced degree in agribusiness, fisheries and aquaculture, food science/technology, food industries, international development studies, or a related field.
- At least 12 years (for level A) of relevant experience in value chain, economic and/or fisheries/aquaculture development.
- Working knowledge of English as well as limited knowledge of French or Spanish.
FAO Core Competencies
- Results Focus
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Building Effective Relationships
- Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
- Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is essential
- Extent and relevance of experience in value chain development
- Extent and relevance of experience in capture fisheries and/or aquaculture value chains
- Extent and relevance of experience in the Africa, Caribbean and Pacific region is a plus
- Ability to plan and organize own work, deliver results and meet deadlines
- Ability to write clear and concise technical documents in English and/or French and Spanish
- Ability to effectively lead multi-disciplinary teams
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of Portuguese would be an asset
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Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency
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