“WorldFish is a leading international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy, and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish for their livelihoods. As a member of CGIAR, WorldFish contributes to building a food- and nutrition-secure future and restoring natural resources. Headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, with country offices across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, WorldFish strives to create resilient and inclusive food systems for shared prosperity. For more information, visit: www.worldfishcenter.org”
About the Position
WorldFish is looking for a Post Doctoral Fellow, Fisheries Assessment & Management to be based in Mozambique (location flexible upon discussion). This position is right for you if you have an advanced degree in fisheries ecology, management or a related discipline, extensive field experience in a Portuguese speaking developing country context, an interest in digital innovation and a genuine desire to make a difference.
This position will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and coordination of the Mozambique activities of the Digital Coasts work package of the Asia-Africa BlueTech Superhighway project, funded by the UK Government. The project will be conducted in close collaboration with MIMAIP and its relevant agencies (ADNAP, IDEPA), and in partnerships with universities and NGOs. The position will work with national and international fisheries, governance, gender and nutrition specialists to develop and implement research approaches, technologies, and predictive models that guide fisheries decision-making and policy in Mozambique.
Central objectives of the Digital Coasts work package are to:
The Person
The successful candidate will be responsible to:
Research Projects
Stakeholder and Donor Communication
Requirements
This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:
Desired Skills and Qualifications
Benefits
This is an Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) position with annual salary ranging between USD 43,000 to USD 52,000 per annum. WorldFish's IRS shall receive comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, accident, and long-term disability insurance. Internationally recruited staff employed outside of their home base/country of nationality will also be eligible to receive relocation assistance, a housing allowance, home-leave plane tickets for self and eligible dependents and education assistance for school-age dependents between age 4 and high school graduation.
The duration of the contract will initially be for a two-year period with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance. All benefits are subject to terms and conditions.
How to Apply
Your application must include:
To be considered, applications must be submitted ONLINE HERE by no later than 23:59 (MYT) 31 October 2024.
Location: The post holder will be based in Maputo or Inhambane, Mozambique. This position will involve international travel.
The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
WorldFish has 7 offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.
WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued, and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.
WorldFish is an international, nonprofit research and innovation institution that creates, advances and translates aquatic food systems science into scalable solutions for healthy people and planet. For over 45-years, our data, evidence and insights have shaped practices, policies and investments to end hunger and advance sustainable development in low- and middle-income countries.
If you’re passionate about achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and want to join a team of exceptional researchers and professionals working to transform the lives of millions in developing countries, then WorldFish might be the right fit for you.
As part of One CGIAR, we are committed to fair, safe and inclusive workplaces. Our diversity powers our innovation. It is critical for our mission. We are driven by our LEAD values (Learning, Excellence, Accountability and Diversity) and strive to be a thriving and inclusive community of diverse people committed to learning and innovation, and with passion for making a difference in the world.
We believe in multiple perspectives coming together to generate new ideas and develop new ways of doing things. This collective intelligence sets us apart in being able to address the complex problems we seek to solve with an ability to understand the trade-offs, and in doing so make better decisions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.