Zonal Level - Lead (Fisheries)

Palladium: Make It Possible

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INR 700,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading organization in impact sectors is seeking a Zonal Level – Lead (Fisheries) based in Bihar. This role requires overseeing aquaculture and fisheries activities, providing technical leadership, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Master’s in Fisheries with at least 7 years of field experience. The position is full-time, mid-senior level, and emphasizes equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in aquaculture/fisheries.
Experience with government fisheries departments or NGOs is desirable.
Deep understanding of Bihar aquaculture systems and species.
Knowledge of fish breeding and disease control.

Responsibilities

Oversee aquaculture and fisheries activities within the zone.
Provide technical guidance to field teams.
Monitor progress and track performance indicators.
Coordinate capacity-building programs.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Fluency in English and Hindi

Report writing

Education

Master’s degree in Fisheries Science or related field

Job description

Talent Acquisition Specialist at The Palladium Group | Impact Sector

Job Title: Zonal Level – Lead (Fisheries)

About Palladium

About Palladium: Palladium is a global leader in the design, development, and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments, businesses, and investors to solve the world’s most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3,000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35,000 experts, we help improve economies, societies, and, most importantly, people’s lives.

Project Overview

Project Overview: This project supports sustainable aquaculture development in Bihar through innovations in seed systems, production technologies, market linkages, and institutional capacity building. It operates across multiple states and agro-ecological zones, targeting enhanced fish production, income security for smallholder farmers, and improved value chain integration. The Zonal Lead – Fisheries will play a critical role in coordinating and implementing fisheries and aquaculture interventions within the assigned zone.

Position Summary

Position Summary: The Zonal Level – (Fisheries) will be responsible for leading and overseeing all fisheries and aquaculture-related activities within their designated zone. This includes technical guidance, coordination of field teams, support to hatcheries and producer groups, monitoring progress, and liaison with local stakeholders. The role requires deep technical expertise in aquaculture systems, seed development, and production management, along with strong leadership and coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and supervise aquaculture and fisheries activities across the assigned zone in alignment with national project goals.
Provide technical leadership to field teams on fish seed production, nursery and grow-out practices, biosecurity, feed and water management, and harvesting.
Work closely with hatchery operators, fish farmers, fisheries departments, cooperatives, and private sector players.
Ensure implementation of improved aquaculture practices and adoption of innovative technologies (e.g., RAS, biofloc, cage culture, pond aeration).
Coordinate capacity‑building programs, field demonstrations, and farmer trainings in collaboration with technical experts.
Monitor field implementation, track performance indicators (e.g., survival rate, feed conversion, productivity), and address bottlenecks proactively.
Support institutional strengthening of producer groups (e.g., FPOs, SHGs) and link them with government schemes (e.g., PMMSY) and credit institutions.
Coordinate with zonal staff from other thamatic areas (market linkages, digital systems, gender) for integrated implementation.
Prepare technical reports, field updates, and documentation for submission to the regional and national teams.
Represent the project in zonal-level coordination meetings with government officials, research institutions, and development partners.

Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree (or higher) in Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, or a closely related field.

Experience:

Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in aquaculture/fisheries, including hands‑on fieldwork, hatchery and pond management, and team supervision.
Experience working with government fisheries departments, donor‑funded projects, or NGOs is desirable.
Prior experience in a multi‑state or zonal‑level role is a strong advantage.
Deep understanding of Bihar aquaculture systems and species (e.g., carp, catla, tilapia).
Knowledge of fish breeding, seed production, water quality management, and disease control.
Familiarity with smallholder production systems and inclusive value chain approaches.

Other Skills

Strong leadership, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
Proficient in regional language(s) of the zone, with fluency in English and Hindi.
Report writing and basic data analysis skills.
Willingness to travel extensively within the zone.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Palladium is committed to embedding equity, diversity, and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation, creativity, success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include (but are not limited to) socio-economic background, age, race, gender identity and expression, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, veteran, marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance, please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss.

Safeguarding

We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people, clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding‑focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.

Disclaimer

Palladium operates a rigorous, multi-stage selection process for all vacancies. Submission of an application does not guarantee advancement at any stage, the receipt of an offer, or onboarding to the specified role.

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