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The Position: The International PotatoCenter, on behalf of WorldFish, is seeking a Research Associate - Aquatic Food Loss and Waste, based in Maputo, Mozambique.

WorldFish has formed a hosting agreement with CIP for a project in Mozambique, utilizing CIP's legal and operational framework to facilitate administrative services.

The Research Associate - Aquatic Food Loss and Waste will support WP3 activities of the AABS project. Primary activities will focus on Mozambique, with some assignments in Tanzania and Kenya. This role involves conducting targeted research, data analysis, and coordination efforts to implement climate-smart technologies and sustainable practices to reduce fish losses and waste in small-scale fisheries in Mozambique. The position aims to enhance fisheries management sustainability by reducing fish losses and waste and improving post-harvest processes in these coastal regions.

Key responsibilities:

1. Research and Data Analysis: Conduct research and analysis on fish losses, waste, and processing technologies in the target countries. Synthesize data to inform project strategies and decision-making.
2. Project Coordination and Support: Assist the WP3 lead in coordinating project activities across Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique, ensuring alignment with project objectives and timely execution.
3. Cross-Country Collaboration: Facilitate communication and collaboration between project teams in different countries, promoting cohesive efforts and knowledge sharing.
4. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports, research papers, and presentations to document project progress and findings. Contribute to academic publications and policy briefs.
5. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with project stakeholders, including local communities, NGOs, government bodies, and private sector partners, to gather insights and foster collaborative relationships.
6. Innovative Solutions Development: Contribute to developing and testing innovative, sustainable solutions in fish processing and waste reduction.

Selection Criteria:

• MSc with 6 years of total work experience, including 3 years relevant experience in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Fisheries Management, Agricultural Engineering, Post-harvest Technology, Food Processing, or related fields.
• Additional training and fieldwork experience in post-harvest sciences and technology adoption are advantageous. Certifications or advanced training in project management, data analysis, sustainability, or related areas are highly beneficial.
• Cross-Cultural Teamwork: Proven ability to work with diverse teams in cross-cultural environments.
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using statistical analysis software and data visualization tools.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills, fluency in English. Proficiency in additional languages relevant to the project locations (Swahili, Portuguese) is highly advantageous.