Fishery Officer (Climate Change)
Organizational Context
The Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) addresses the economic, social, institutional, governance, and policy aspects of FAO's work in fisheries and aquaculture. This includes promoting human well-being, food security, and poverty reduction, as well as post-harvest utilization, marketing, and trade. The division also focuses on the management and conservation of aquatic resources, biodiversity, ecosystem maintenance, and the development of responsible fisheries and aquaculture practices, emphasizing environmental protection and the well-being of fishing communities. The position is based at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Job Purpose
The Fishery Officer (Climate Change) will contribute to strengthening the climate resilience of the fisheries and aquaculture sector. This involves integrating climate change considerations into management, policy development, programs, and projects at global, regional, and national levels. The role supports technical assistance, policy analysis, knowledge product development, project implementation, and capacity building. The incumbent will analyze the impacts of climate change on marine and inland fisheries, aquaculture, and aquatic food systems, considering their social, economic, and environmental dimensions. The position also supports broader team activities in global fisheries governance and institutions, adapting to emerging priorities and work program needs.
Responsibilities
Collect and analyze relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional, and technology-related information, data, and statistics to support program projects, products, and services. Undertake analysis, provide technical input for plans and reports, and edit/revise technical/scientific documents. Participate in the development of improved work methods, tools, and systems. Update databases and web pages. Participate in multidisciplinary project/work teams. Collaborate in developing training tools and materials and organizing workshops/seminars. Participate in the organization, conduct, and follow-up of meetings, consultations, and conferences, developing required materials and providing assistance to partners. Support the NFI contribution to the FAO Strategy on Climate Change. Assist in following up on Committee on Fisheries (COFI) requests regarding climate change, focusing on tools and guidance for adaptation and mitigation. Prepare FAO's contributions to global climate change events, particularly within UNFCCC processes. Assist in resource mobilization by preparing materials for donors and contributing to climate change knowledge products. Provide assistance for fisheries and aquaculture field projects on climate change, including workshop organization and reporting, and developing concept notes. Support coordination for the NFI Working Group on climate change and related networks. Liaise with other FAO divisions and offices on climate-related processes and resource mobilization. Contribute to the update and management of the NFI climate change projects inventory and publications. Assist in organizing and participating in relevant meetings, conferences, seminars, and workshops.
Work Experience
Three years of relevant experience in fishery (and/or aquaculture) research, science, management, trade, statistics, data, ocean governance, or a related field. Experience in more than one work location or area, particularly in field positions, is desirable. Experience working in an international context with international organizations, governments, or regional bodies is also desirable.
Skills
Proficiency in collecting and analyzing technical information and data. Knowledge and experience in fisheries, fish taxonomy, and ecology. Experience in preparing, editing, and revising technical/scientific documents. Experience in organizing meetings and workshops. Experience working with scientific bibliographic databases and information systems, and in editing/publishing scientific documents.