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Senior Director, Aquaculture Extension (Level 9)
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Job Information
Description
Company
Government of Jamaica
Website
http://bit.ly/GOJJobListing
Contact Name
Office of the Services Commission
Contact Email
communications@osc.gov.jm
Job Type
Full-time
Department
Executive Agency
Category
Agriculture / Horticulture
Posted
29-07-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
29-07-2024
Stop Publishing
08-08-2024
Applications are invited to fill the following vacant post in the National Fisheries Authority: Senior Director, Aquaculture Extension (Level 9) - Aquaculture Division/ Aquaculture Extension Services Branch, salary range $6,333,301 - $8,517,586 per annum.
Job Purpose
Under the general direction of the Principal Director, Aquaculture Division, the Senior Director, Aquaculture Extension Services is responsible for managing and monitoring all functions, activities and outputs relating to the extension services. The primary purpose of the position is to ensure technology transfer, training, capacity building and the facilitation of interventions to support the development and efficient operation of the aquaculture production value chain.
Accordingly, the incumbent develops and implements projects that facilitate socio-economic development as well as product development, processing and marketing among stakeholders. The incumbent also interacts with stakeholders in order to provide feedback on the impact/effect of policies and create linkages between the needs of the sector and research activities. Generally, the post provides advice to inform decision- making relating to the implementation of activities and performance outputs within the regime of the extension service.
The incumbent is also required to participate in the planning, organization, development and administration of systems, procedures and programmes for the development and management of aquaculture in Jamaica. Additionally, the incumbent participates in and contributes to the Authority’s strategic planning and budgeting processes, as a member of the senior management team.
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:
- Directs the programmes and activities of the Aquaculture Extension Services Branch in accordance with the established policies, laws and regulations of the Authority;
- Develops the Branch’s Operational Plans and policies, and monitors to ensure that work is carried out as planned;
- Prepares the Branch’s budget and manages funds required for programmes/projects;
- Ensures that all required processes, systems and controls are in place to enable achievement of the Branch’s objectives;
- Manages the work programme of the Branch to ensure that there is operational efficiency and that agreed targets are met;
- Develops in collaboration with staff, work programmes for the accomplishment of island-wide extension services;
- Ensures that the physical and material resources necessary for the implementation of the planned extension initiatives are available in adequate supply and used efficiently;
- Ensures that appropriate communication and knowledge management systems are in place within the Branch and with other internal and external entities;
- Ensures the management and continuous performance of staff within the Branch through the implementation of the performance management system;
- Collaborates with other directors and managers in developing and implementing Authority-wide administrative and other corporate policies;
- Represents the Authority on Committees, as well as at local and international conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings concerning fish production, distribution and sustainability, provides professional support, presents papers and makes submissions and presentations, as required.
- Technical/Professional:
- Develops, coordinates and monitors the implementation of an effective extension programme for aquaculture, ensuring the transfer of appropriate technology to the farmer;
- Monitors inspections of field-work development, specifically those relating to pond
- construction and fish farm operations in order to identify issues and provide assistance in resolving the problems, which may arise;
- Monitors the various technical assistance services to fish farmers e.g. the provision of seed stock;
- Develops proposals for the implementation of benefits such as subsidies and incentives to fish farmers ensuring that safeguards to avoid potential problems are included;
- Ensures that the processes for the rental of nets and other equipment for harvesting fish from small farmers are carefully managed in order to reduce the risks of disease transfer between farms;
- Co-ordinates the development and implementation of business arrangements to assist fish farmers in marketing their products;
- Collaborates with the Research Branch to facilitate technology transfer based on emerging research, adding value to aquaculture products, develop and implement production measures aimed at adding value to tilapia products;
- Collaborates with the Director of Compliance and Licenses to report breaches of regulations by fish farmers and facilitate the compliance process;
- Participates in and contributes to an efficient system of aquaculture data collection for the monitoring of the aquaculture industry;
- Participates in the development of an academic curriculum in aquaculture for agriculture colleges and other secondary and tertiary institutions in Jamaica;
- Makes recommendations on the feasibility of aquaculture projects which are proposed by the Private and Public Sector Agencies in Jamaica.
- Facilitates the development of projects and programmes aimed at improving aquaculture production and efficiency and developing the value chain and strengthening the participation of fish farmers in the aquaculture value chain
Human Resource Management:
- Provides leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective objective setting, planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching;
- Identifies the training needs of the staff and facilitates the formulation of programmes for staff training and development;
- Recommends disciplinary action to be taken, when necessary;
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommends and/or initiates corrective action where necessary to improve performance and/or attainment of established personal and/or organizational goals;
- Participates in the recruitment of staff for the Branch and recommends transfers, promotions, termination and leave in accordance with established human resource policies and procedures;
- Collaborates with the Corporate Services Division to develop and implement a succession planning programme to facilitate continuity and the availability of required skills and competencies to meet the needs of the Branch;
- Ensures the welfare and developmental needs of staff in the Branch are clearly identified and addressed;
- Establishes and maintains a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment and commitment to the Branch’s and Organization’s goals;
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer and/or the Principal Director from time to time.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:
- Strong leadership and management skills;
- Good interpersonal and people management skills;
- Good oral and written communication skills;
- Strong customer relations skills;
- Good problem solving and conflict management skills;
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications.
Technical:
- Sound knowledge of the Fisheries Act and related regulations and guidelines;
- Sound knowledge of the policies and procedures of the National Fisheries Authority;
- Good knowledge of public sector laws, rules and guidelines and of the Ministry’s policies and procedures;
- Excellent knowledge of agricultural extension principles, methods and techniques;
- Good knowledge of fish farm design and construction;
- Sound knowledge of all types of aquaculture fish production;
- Good knowledge business management and development skills.
Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Master’s Degree in Aquaculture, Fisheries Management, Agricultural Rural Development or relevant Discipline;
- Four (4) years experience in extension services and working in an environment of similar size and complexity, at least two (2) of which should be at a senior managerial level.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aquaculture, Fisheries Management, Agricultural Rural Development or relevant Discipline.
- Seven (7) years’ experience in extension services and working in an environment of similar size and complexity, at least four (4) of which should be at a senior managerial level.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Exposure to physically demanding working environment;
- Exposure to challenges and crises which require response at very short notice;
- Impacted by high stress from other government directed programmes;
- Required to travel island-wide, including travel to remote locations.
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 7th August, 2024 to:
Senior Director
Corporate Services Division
National Fisheries Authority
2c Newport East
Kingston 11
Corporate Services Division
National Fisheries Authority
2c Newport East
Kingston 11
Email: fisherieshr@moa.gov.jm
Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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