Climate Change Fisheries Officer — Global Impact, Flexible Work

FAO

Roma

On-site

EUR 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Rental subsidy

Education grant for children

Home leave travel

30 working days annual leave

Job summary

FAO in Rome, Italy, is seeking a Fishery Officer (Climate Change) to strengthen the climate resilience of fisheries and aquaculture through policy development, knowledge products and project support. The position reports to NFIPI and requires an advanced degree with three years of relevant experience in fishery research or management.

It offers a fixed-term contract of two years with possible extension and expects English proficiency plus knowledge of another FAO language.

Qualifications

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in biology, fishery science, marine ecology, economics, fisheries management or related field.
At least three years of relevant experience in fishery research, management, or related field.
Proficiency in English and knowledge of another FAO official language.

Responsibilities

Collects and analyses relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional and technology related information, data and/or statistics to support the delivery of programme projects, as well as products and services.
Undertakes analysis, provides technical input for plans and reports and edits/revises technical/scientific documents.
Participates in the development of improved work methods, tools and systems.
Updates databases and web pages.