Mozambique

FAO recrute 01 National Fisheries Management Expert

FAO recrute 01 National Fisheries Management Expert

FAO

Mozambique
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, …), Projet/programme de développement

Job Description – National Fisheries Management Expert (2301502)

Job Description: 2301502

National Fisheries Management Expert

Job Posting: 24/May/2023

Closure Date: 07/Jun/2023, 11:59:00 PM

Organizational Unit: FRMOZ

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location: Mozambique

Duration: 69 days

Post Number: N/A

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture

Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO’s values

FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination  

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality

FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting

 The FAO Representation in Mozambique is supporting the Government of Mozambique to update the policy-legal framework to address the current challenges regarding the sustainability of the fisheries resources and to improve socio-economic benefits for the people of Mozambique, taking into account the need for alignment with the regional and global policy instruments. In parallel, from 2021, the FAO Representation in Mozambique initiated a restructuring process to ensure timely and efficient delivery of its programme. During this time, the need for developing a comprehensive FAO fisheries and aquaculture programme in Mozambique was identified. Hence, upon request from the Ministry of Sea Inland Waters and Fisheries (MIMAIP), FAO Representation in Mozambique in collaboration with MIMAIP have prepared and signed a Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) entitled “Support the update of the Fisheries Master Plan and National Implementation Strategy of the Government of Mozambique”.

The objective of the TCP is to undertake a participatory process of reviewing and update the Fisheries Master Plan, and based on its priorities to develop a comprehensive FAO fisheries and aquaculture programme. This process will be conducted in parallel with the revision of the Fisheries Policy, being implemented by MIMAIP.

Reporting Lines

 Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative of Mozambique, the National Fisheries Management Expert will be home-based and do field work, and will work closely with the Project Lead Consultant, reporting directly to TCP project LTO and the Project Coordinator, under guidance of Head of Programme. 

Technical Focus 

Fisheries: Policies and strategies, Fisheries Management, Fisheries Statistics, Socio-Economic Data and Analysis, Gender, Ecosystem Approach, Hygiene and Sanitary / Quality Control.

 Tasks and responsibilities

 The National Fisheries Management Expert will be responsible for providing technical inputs to the participatory process of reviewing and update the Fisheries Master Plan, and developing a comprehensive FAO Fisheries and Aquaculture Programme. The specific tasks will include, among others, to:

• Read and compile relevant global and regional policies, regulations / guidelines and strategies, including best practices with regards to the fisheries management, considering the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF) and the wider Blue Economy concept; 

• Review existing national policies, strategies, laws and management plans in Mozambique with emphasis on fisheries, aquaculture and blue economy, taking into account current social, economic and natural environment challenges, to advise the update of the Fisheries Master Plan 

• Read and compile the key United Nations / FAO global, regional and national strategies and plans, including the Sustainable Development Goals, FAO Four Betters, FAO Blue Growth Initiative and Indigenous People, UN Common Country Analysis (UN CCA), UN System Development Country Framework (UNSDCF), FAO Country Program Framework (CPF), and FAO project portfolio in Mozambique, especially on fisheries and environment management, co-management, Small Scale Fisheries and Fisheries Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS); 

• Undertake an assessment of the implementation of the Fisheries Master Plan II (2010-2019) with regards to research and fisheries management, including inter alia the level of implementation of scientific data collection and research programs, the design and implementation of fisheries management plans, enforcement of fisheries management measures, functioning of fisheries management and MCS institutions and co-management structures, based on the existing reports (e.g. sectoral annual reports (BPESOE), Government five years Reports – PQG, mid-term and / or final report of the PDP II) and consultation with key informants in relevant Government agencies, with focus on MIMAIP, community associations, academia, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders;

• Undertake a diagnosis of the current status of the fisheries sector in Mozambique, describing and analysing, among others, the policy, institutional and legal framework, status of the stocks, fishing effort (vessels and gears), fisheries and aquaculture data sets, MCS and the fisheries co-management system, highlighting the main challenges and opportunities;

• Support the process of planning, consultation, and drafting of the updated Fisheries Master Plan, with a minimum  duration of 10 years, through a participatory process, involving all relevant stakeholders, considering the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF), with particular focus on:

– Identification and prioritization of the problems / challenges to be addressed, with regards to research, institutional development, fisheries management/ co-management and MCS;

– Development of strategic actions and / or initiatives, including financing mechanisms, to address the challenges identified in relation to research, fisheries management / co-management and MCS; 

– Providing inputs to the implementation plan for the Fisheries Master Plan, including objectives, expected outputs, specific actions, responsible agencies, timeframe, indicators, targets (progressive) and tentative budget; 

– Providing inputs to the Monitoring and Evaluation System for the Fisheries Master Plan.

• Support the preparation of a comprehensive FAO Fisheries and Aquaculture Programme, in line with the Government priorities identified in the Fisheries Master Plan, involving the key stakeholders, including Government entities, other UN Institutions, Non-Government Organizations and funding partners;

• Prepare a few concept notes, in line with the priorities identified in the Fisheries Master Plan related to fisheries management system;

• Support the preparation of the final report;

• Perform any other duty as required.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements   

 • Education in Marine Biology or relate field, preferably with an emphasis on fisheries management, co-management and Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries (EAF);

• At least ten (10) years of working experience in fisheries management, planning, coastal management, community-based management, small scale fisheries, preparation or implementation of fisheries management plans and Development of Plans and Strategies or related instruments in Mozambique;

• Verbal fluency and proven experience in research and report writing in Portuguese and English;

• National of Mozambique or a legal resident in the country.

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 

• Extent and relevance of experience in fisheries and related areas to this assignment

• Experience of the Human-rights based approach, management, and socio-economic development in small-scale fisheries

• Knowledge of the fisheries dynamics in Mozambique with proven experience on co-management approaches, policy development, project design and implementation;

• Proven experience in designing fisheries management plans, policies and strategies with participatory community consultations/co-design processes with a different range of stakeholders;

• Knowledge of Mozambique fisheries legislation and governance;

• Knowledge of the national institutions in fisheries and environment, including agencies with related mandates is an advantage;

• Knowledge of UN / FAO planning system is an advantage.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.

For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances. 

HOW TO APPLY

• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills

• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile

• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application

• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/ 

• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications

• Incomplete applications will not be considered

• Personal information provided on your application may be shared within FAO and with other companies acting on FAO’s behalf to provide employment support services such as pre-screening of applications, assessment tests, background checks and other related services. You will be asked to provide your consent before submitting your application. You may withdraw consent at any time, by withdrawing your application, in such case FAO will no longer be able to consider your application

• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered

• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile

• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

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