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WorldFish is an international, nonprofit research organization that harnesses the potential of fisheries and aquaculture to strengthen livelihoods and improve food and nutrition security. Globally, more than 1 billion people obtain most of their animal protein from fish and 800 million depend on fisheries and aquaculture for their livelihoods. WorldFish is a member of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food-secure future.

Scientist (Fisheries Co-Management) (01 position)

About WorldFish

WorldFish is an international, non-profit research and innovation organization reducing hunger, malnutrition and poverty across Africa, Asia and the Pacific. For over 45 years, our work on sustainable aquaculture and fisheries has improved the lives of millions of women, men and youth.

Fish and other aquatic foods grown in and harvested from oceans, lakes, rivers and ponds provide income for more than 800 million people and provide 3.3 billion with 20% of their animal protein intake. Our focus on sustainability makes sure that the way we produce and use these foods today means a plentiful future of generations to come.

Our evidence-based solutions range in scale from households to global policies and spans across interlinked themes: nutrition, gender, climate, sustainability, and economy. We champion aquatic foods for healthy people and planet and believe that a sustainable blue planet of well-nourished children, women and men is within our reach.

WorldFish is part of the CGIAR, a global research partnership delivering evidence and solutions for a food-secure future. Through our collaborative, action-oriented approach, CGIAR helps transform food systems and nutritional security to reduce poverty in developing countries. CGIAR’s research is carried out by CGIAR Centers distributed across the globe in close collaboration with hundreds of partners, including national and regional research institutes, civil society organizations, academia, development organizations, and the private sector. In short, CGIAR improves people’s lives through the transformation of food, land and water systems, helping build a world where everyone has an opportunity to fulfil their potential.

ABOUT THE POSITION

WorldFish, Bangladesh Office is recruited a Scientist (Fisheries Co-management) specifically as part of the project team delivering the USAID-funded `ECOFISH II` project. The key objective of the ECOFISH II project is to improve the resilience of the coastal-marine and Meghna River ecosystems and improve the livelihoods of communities reliant on the coastal fisheries. Under the guidance of the ECOFISH II project’s Chief of Party/ Team Leader and in coordination with Scientist (Fisheries Conservation), the Scientist (Fisheries Co-management) will be responsible for research and development in establishing adaptive co-management system in the small-scale artisanal fisheries that support towards sustainability of the coastal resources and the well-being of the coastal and marine fishing communities in Bangladesh.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design a research program and development activities that address contemporary research questions around adaptive co-management, governance, trade-offs in coastal fisheries resources management, and the efficacy of ecosystem approaches to fisheries co-management.
  • Design and deliver research to inform, evaluate and complement the objectives of the Small-scale fisheries research program, and specifically those of the ECOFISH II project deliverables.
  • Support, through oversight and engagement with the project team, the implementation of efforts that build the capacity of co-management institutions and work in support of partnerships such as with the Department of Fisheries (DoF) and other key stakeholders.
  • Provide high level oversight and research support and evaluation of the development of local level capacity on preparing for Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) plans integrating with local ecological knowledge (LEK) on biodiversity conservation.
  • Feedback research findings to improve the activities or initiatives that fall under the banner of the Ecosystem approach to fisheries management (e.g., enforcement strategies, compensation initiatives etc.).
  • Through leading and mentoring research teams synthesize learning and best practices from the project and produce quality scientific outputs and other communication materials are shared with the stakeholders.
  • Contribute data, analysis and co-authorship through writing to multi-country evaluations or case study papers as well as for IR1.1 (Improved science outputs for decision-making) that address research questions related to stock assessment and ecosystem health improvements around small-scale fisheries and associated initiatives.
  • Work closely with Scientist (Fisheries Conservation) to integrate science-based decision outputs into the activities of the adaptive co-management model for implementation in the field, with the goal of improving local fisheries management.
  • Any other relevant duties as assigned by the Chief of Party/ Team Leader, ECOFISH II, Country Director, Bangladesh and One CGIAR.

Requirements

This job is open to all applicants with the following skills and qualifications:

  • A PhD degree in Fisheries Science or Marine Science or Environmental Science or similar discipline with strong knowledge on fisheries management in the light of ecosystem and community wellbeing.
  • At least ten years working in a fisheries and development context where the delivery of high quality research has been integral.
  • Outstanding research track record of international standing, demonstrated by publications in international peer reviewed journals.
  • Solid understanding of development practice, gender and social inclusion, livelihood initiatives and the like, with an ability and knowledge of local or international partners best situated to deliver and ensure high quality delivery of the ‘development’ aspects of research for development.
  • Demonstrated ability to design high quality field research, with appropriate knowledge and engagement with theories and framings such as human well-being, adaptive capacity, sustainable livelihoods approach and ecosystem approach to fisheries management.
  • A demonstrated awareness and commitment to social and gender inclusion in building research teams and designing research.
  • Knowledge on essential computer software/packages like MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.
  • Excellent communication skills and high proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment.

Benefits

This is a Nationally Recruited Staff (NRS) positions and WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package including comprehensive benefits (but not limited to) insurance coverage for staff and eligible dependents, pension / provident fund contribution, paid leave and others.

Eligibility and Location

The position will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Interviews are expected to be held in June 2023 and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and expected to attend the interview. The successful candidate should be available as soon as possible to serve 6.5 months fixed-term contract with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding availability.

Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

WorldFish has seven 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. Our Leadership Team is 50/50 in terms of its gender split and 60% of our management cadre are women.

We continue to seek diversity and gender balance across other dimensions and we support individual performance and potential in achieving our organizational goals and mission.

We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage women and men to apply.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information online latest by 29 May 2023:

Apply Here

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.