SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES AND SEAFOOD (SFS) POLICY OFFICER – WWF-Pacific

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SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES AND SEAFOOD (SFS) POLICY OFFICER – FIJI
WWF-Pacific, the global conservation organization is seeking to recruit a Sustainable Fisheries and Seafood Policy Officer who will report directly to the Programme Manager – Sustainable Fisheries and Seafood. The position will support activity delivery capacity for project activities under the WWF-UK funded project titled: Safeguarding Nesting Populations of Sea Turtles in Fiji and FFA-funded Enhancing Awareness on IUU Fishing Project; Improving Transparency in Fisheries Project. The position will be based in the WWF-Pacific Office at 4 Ma’afu St in Suva, Fiji.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A degree in Marine Science, Marine Affairs, Development Studies, Governance or relevant environmental science or social sciences.
• At least three to five years’ experience in a marine or biodiversity related area, preferably within the Pacific Island region, with a background in project management, fisheries policy and field-based experience

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Good organisational skills with experience in project management.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a range of partners.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision, both in the field and in the office.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven track record working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong versatile nature with the ability to commit to a team and also work independently.
• Flexible towards field and local travel assignments.
• Demonstrated excellent PC-based computer skills, preferably with current Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook.
• Flexible approach and a willingness to work outside normal hours.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Good command of both written and spoken English is essential.
• Commits to participate in WWF’s Heath & Wellbeing programme as it strives for a healthier, happier and more productive workforce.
• Brings to life, WWF’s Ways of Working which are: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly and Innovate Fearlessly.
• Identify and align with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.

Terms and Benefits
An attractive remuneration package dependent on qualifications and experience will be offered to the successful candidate. Various other benefits include health, accident and life insurance, annual leave, sick leave and other leave provisions and superannuation. Contract duration is for 3 years depending on annual performance review and funding availability.