Recrutement de 01 National Specialist on e-extension systems for Fisheries

Recrutement de 01 National Specialist on e-extension systems for Fisheries

Niveau d'études: Non précisé
Expérience: 8 ans
Expire le: 10-08-2023

FAO
Banjul, Gambie
Humanitaire (ONG, Associations, ...), Projet/programme de développement
Job Description - National Specialist on e-extension systems for Fisheries (2302221)

Job Description: 2302221

National Specialist on e-extension systems for Fisheries

Job Posting: 27/Jul/2023
Closure Date: 10/Aug/2023, 11:59:00 PM
Organizational Unit: FRGAM
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Gambia-Banjul
Duration: 45 Days
Post Number: N/A

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture
Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and person with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values
FAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination　　
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks
All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality
FAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization.

Organizational Setting
FAO Gambia and partners are implementing the Climate Fishery Initiative for Livelihood Improvement in the Gambia (PROREFISH Gambia) project. The Project aims to address increased resilience and enhanced livelihoods, health, wellbeing, food and water security of the most vulnerable people, communities and regions. The project will scale up adaptation measures that have been proven in a number of countries in West Africa, and in similar contexts, with a particular focus on climate-proofing fisheries infrastructure and on value chain segments dominated by women (fish handling and processing).

Lack of systematic information relay mechanisms to reach fisher folk as well as lack of extension services tailored to women’s needs and capacities is considered a major limiting factor in the fish value chain dominated by women. To this end, the project is required to develop en e-extension system for fisheries and aquaculture to facilitate the access to information and to support fisher folk and other value chain actors in their adaptation efforts and sustainable fisheries resources management. The system shall be executed by FAO and MoFWRNAM

Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative in The Gambia, the Technical Supervision of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO), the direct supervision of the National Project Coordinator. In close collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries, Water Resources and National Assembly Matter, Ministry of Agriculture and Department of Fisheries.

Technical Focus
The incumbent will be responsible for the development of a detailed feasibility study (including needs assessment) and technical parameters of the proposed e-extension system.
More specifically, the feasibility study should address the following outline:

• Detailed design (architecture, layout, content, modules, layers, functionalities, etc.) of the e-extension system
• Cost estimates of the system and technology to be used
• Requirements documentation / Bill of quantities (BoQ)
• IT equipment needed
• Licencing implications for all software and required permits
• Map out information gaps relevant to fisheries sector
• Stakeholders in the fisheries sector in the application of e-extension system and the utilization of ICT
• User manual
• Any other pertinent issue.
• Bathymetric surveys

Tasks and responsibilities
• Identify digital deficiencies in fisheries extension service sector and benchmark technology use against international best practices.
• Review Policy guidelines, requirement and permits for public information dissemination.
• Review relevant stakeholders in the fish value chain including youths and women, extension staff, fisher folk communities, and assess their main information/communications needs.
• Review relevant stakeholders in the fish value chain including youths and women, extension staff, fisher folk communities, and assess their main information/communications needs.
• Develop appropriate guidelines for implementing e-extension system.
• Prepare plan for organizing and facilitate trainings in e-extension service for fisheries and aquaculture extension staff, fishers’ folks and other beneficiaries of the project.
• Identify the equipment needs for undertaking e-extension needed and arrange for procurement of the same under the project.
• Contribute to the development, installation, testing and commissioning of the system.
• Maintain the operation and user-maintenance manual, and train the staff of the system.
• Carry out an assessment of the sector’s readiness and capacity to use state-of-the-art technologies targeting fisher folks, aqua culturists, women processors and other stakeholders.
• Develop clear protocols for documenting and disseminating fisheries related information.
• Identify the human resource requirements and institutional structure for managing the system.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations to identify the strengths and ascertain possible issues, risk or challenges that may affect operationalisation of the system.
• Assess the physical and technical security risks to data, software and hardware within the systems and implement appropriate protocols and tools to minimize any chances of security breaches.
• Develop a clear documentation for end-users/non-technical persons on how to use the systems, inclusive of a troubleshooting guide.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements
• A minimum of a Master’s degree in fisheries, aquaculture or directly related discipline or equivalent;
• Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience in fisheries;
• Working knowledge of English.
• National of Gambia or a lagel resident in the country.

FAO Core Competencies
• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills
• Well-developed analytical skills and research skills;
• Demonstrated knowledge of Gambia’s fisheries sector.

Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help or have queries, please contact: [email protected]
Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
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Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.

HOW TO APPLY
• To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, and language skills
• Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• Candidates may be requested to provide performance assessments and authorization to conduct verification checks of past and present work, character, education, military and police records to ascertain any and all information which may be pertinent to the employment qualifications
• Incomplete applications will not be considered
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• Only applications received through the FAO recruitment portal will be considered
• Your application will be screened based on the information provided in your online profile
• We encourage applicants to submit the application well before the deadline date.

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