Fishery Resources Officer

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GENERAL INFORMATION

- Extension of fixed term appointments is based on certification of performance and availability of funds
- FAO reserves the right not to make an appointment.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE

A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered. For information on UN salaries, allowances and benefits, click on the following link: https://commonsystem.org/cp/default.asp

- Dependency allowances
- Rental subsidy
- Education grant for children
- Home leave travel
- 30 working days of annual leave per year
- Pension fund entitlements under the UN Joint Staff Pension Fund
- International health insurance; optional life insurance
- Disability protection

FAO encourages a positive workplace culture to increase inclusivity and diversity within its workforce. FAO applies measures in which all staff members contribute equally and in full to the work and development of the Organization. This includes elements of family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, standards of conduct.

Organizational Setting

The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for the economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of FAO's activities related to fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human well‑being, food security and poverty reduction; post‑harvest utilization, marketing and trade with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well‑being of fishing communities; collection, compilation, validation,



trend analysis and dissemination of the best available and up‑to‑date fishery statistics and for the syndication of the FAO information on all aspects of world fisheries and aquaculture. The Division is also responsible for FAO's activities related to the management and conservation of the living aquatic resources used by fisheries and aquaculture, including biodiversity and ecosystem maintenance, with particular emphasis on most vulnerable and threatened species and habitats; management of responsible fisheries and aquaculture in accordance with modern management standards and best practices; development of fisheries technology, with due regard to the protection of the environment, food security and the well‑being of fishing communities, including the safety of fishers and fishing vessels. The Global Processes and Institutions Team (NFIPI) is responsible for the organization and conduct of the Committee for Fisheries and ensures consistency across its sub‑committees. The Team is also responsible for NFI's work related to the inclusion of aquatic food‑related matters in UN and global policy processes, negotiations and dialogues, including the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement, and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

The position is located in the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) at FAO headquarters, in Rome, Italy.

Reporting Lines





The Fishery Resources Officer (Climate Change) reports to the Senior Fishery Officer (Team Leader, Global Processes and Institutions Team), NFI.

Technical Focus

The position focuses on supporting FAO's work related to the implementation of the FAO Strategic Framework and relevant Programme Priority Areas, in particular the implementation of the Blue Transformation Roadmap, climate change adaptation and mitigation, sustainable, resilient and inclusive aquatic food systems, bioeconomy, effective fisheries management, sustainable and equitable access to resources. The Fishery Officer (Climate Change) plays a key role in strengthening the climate resilience of the fisheries and aquaculture sector, including the mainstreaming of climate considerations across management, policy and investment processes at global, regional and national levels. Overall, the work requires a strong understanding of climate implications for marine and inland resources, aquatic food systems, the social, economic and environmental dimensions of resilience, and the ability to translate scientific and technical information into actionable responses, policy advice, resource mobilization initiatives, and programme support for Member States and partners.

Key Results

Comprehensive technical and policy expertise to support the planning, development and implementation of divisional programmes, projects, products and services in accordance with divisional objectives and the FAO Strategic Framework.

Key Functions

- Plans and leads components of multidisciplinary teams, leads and/or participates on Organization-wide, cross-divisional committees, project teams and working groups, and/or provides spe

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