Fishery Officer (Data Coordination)
Quick answer
FAO is hiring a senior Fishery Officer (Data Coordination) in Rome, Italy, to lead the development and coordination of fisheries and aquaculture data management systems, with a competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Role
- Fishery Officer (Data Coordination)
- Organization
- Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
- Location
- Italy-Rome
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The Fishery Officer (Data Coordination) position at FAO involves leading the development and coordination of fisheries and aquaculture data management systems, ensuring the timely collection, integration, and analysis of relevant data and information.
What you'll do
- Lead the development, coordination and continuous improvement of fisheries and aquaculture data management systems and processes
- Ensure the timely collection, integration, quality assurance, analysis, use and dissemination of relevant data and information
- Contribute to evidence-based decision-making through the provision of high-quality data, analyses and information products
- Manage the GFCM Data Collection Reference Framework and the GFCM System for the Promotion of Aquaculture in the Mediterranean
- Support the team within the GFCM Secretariat in charge of overseeing the collection, transmission, management, analysis and dissemination of relevant data and information
What it takes
- Advanced university degree in fishery science, statistics, development economics, sustainable agriculture (including fisheries) or a related field
- Five years of relevant experience in fisheries or bio-statistics, with a focus on data processes
- Working knowledge of English and intermediate knowledge of another FAO official language
- Experience in fisheries and/or aquaculture statistics as well as in supporting sound data collection management, analysis and dissemination for decision-making
- Experience in designing and implementing data quality assurance and quality control frameworks
- Experience in data analytics, statistical modelling, indicator development, data visualization and the production of evidence-based information products
What you'll bring
How we treat you
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
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Rome, Italy.
What is the compensation package like?
The compensation package is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include an advanced university degree in fishery science, statistics, development economics, sustainable agriculture (including fisheries) or a related field, and five years of relevant experience in fisheries or bio-statistics.
How do I apply?
To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile, attach a letter of motivation, and submit your application.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office.
How to apply
Apply directly on Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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