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Senior Aquaculture Management Officer (Level 8)
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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
12-11-2024
Job Status
Start Publishing
12-11-2024
Stop Publishing
21-11-2024
Applications are invited to fill the following vacant post in the National Fisheries Authority (NFA): Senior Aquaculture Management Officer (Level 8) - Aquaculture Division/Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch, salary range $5,198,035 - $6,990,779 per annum.
Job Purpose
Under the direction of the Director of the Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch, the Senior Aquaculture Management Officer has responsibility for developing and implementing Aquaculture Management plans within an assigned geographical zone, thus ensuring that aquaculture is developed and conducted in a responsible manner.
The incumbent has responsibility for monitoring and evaluating the performance of the plans as well as adherence to environmental standards for aquaculture activities. The incumbent also collaborates with relevant Programme Directors to manage the inflow and outflow of water to fish farming areas and designs plans to respond to emergencies in the Sector including disease outbreaks, natural disasters and pollution spills.
Additionally, the position collaborates with relevant Directors to provide ongoing support in the development and implementation of the programmes and projects of the National Fisheries Authority (NFA).
Key Responsibilities
Management/Administrative:
- Participates in the preparation of the Operational Plans and Budget for the Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch;
- Reviews the Annual Work Plans for direct reports to ensure that they are aligned with objectives of the Branch, Division and the overall organizational objectives;
- Monitors the work programme of direct reports to ensure that work is carried out as planned and that agreed targets are met;
- Represents the Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch at conferences, seminars and workshops on aquaculture and related matters;
- Prepares monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc reports, papers, briefs and other documents for submission to the Branch Director;
- Provides guidance to staff supervised in the preparation of development and management plans, and checks the technical adequacy of their work;
Technical/Professional:
- Undertakes and guides the formulation of management development plans for the farming of tilapia, shrimp and ornamental fish in coastal and inland areas, as well as for mariculture in the assigned geographical zone;
- Reviews data on the ecological, social, economic and biological characteristics of the environment within the assigned geographical area to identify core zones for aquaculture/mariculture;
- Analyzes the data to determine the performance of existing fish farms and recommends the management measures that would be required to effect improvements;
- Scans the environment and coordinates with the Research Branch to identify opportunities for the developments of new aquaculture facilities within the identified zones;
- Liaises with staff in other Branches within the Division to identify problems affecting the development of aquaculture and recommends plans for resolving the issues;
- Presents detailed development planning information to the Director, Principal Director, other Divisional personnel as well as to businesses, fish farmers and other stakeholders to stimulate interest;
- Evaluates proposals, submitted by potential fish farmers, for the development of aquaculture for economic feasibility and, makes recommendations to the Director;
- Liaises and co-ordinates with relevant Agencies such as NEPA to design and implement plans relating to the utilization of lands in the core zones for aquaculture development;
- Develops and implements aquaculture specific emergency management plans to respond to incidents such as natural disasters, disease outbreaks and pollution spills;
- Makes recommendations for the institution of controls such as buffer zones to manage water supplies to fish farming areas to prevent the input of pesticides as well as the outflow of pollutants;
- Collaborates with the Director of the Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch to develop fish farm quality standards and the design of systems and procedures to monitor their implementation;
- Makes recommendations for the review of standards to maintain the quality of fish farms based on feedback/data received from other Branches within the Division;
- Provides technical information and advice to the Director, Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management, Divisional personnel, other Government Agencies, NGO’s, the fishing industry, potential investors and the general public on the zoning and expansion of fish farming in the assigned geographic area;
- Attends local, regional and international training seminars, workshops and conferences to keep abreast of best practices in aquaculture management planning;
- Participates in local workshops and seminars to share global practices relating to aquaculture planning, development and management;
- Recommends the revision of policy guidelines in order to meet the global changes in the Aquaculture Sub-Sector;
Human Resource Management:
- Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct report(s), prepares performance appraisals and recommends and/or initiates corrective action, where necessary, to improve performance;
- Participates in the orientation and training of staff for the Branch and recommends leave for direct reports;
- Recommends direct reports for educational seminars and workshops at the national, regional and international levels.
- Performs any other related duties that may be assigned from time to time by the Director of the Aquaculture Planning, Development and Management Branch
Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies
Core:
- Good leadership and management skills;
- Ability to analyze information and provide advice;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Good interpersonal and people management skills;
- Proficiency in the use of relevant computer applications.
Technical:
- Good knowledge of the Fisheries Act 2018 and related regulations and guidelines;
- Good knowledge of the policies and procedures of the National Fisheries Authority;
- Working knowledge of public sector human resource management policies and guidelines;
- Good knowledge of Aquaculture planning and management protocols;
- Good knowledge of fish farm standards and quality assessment methodologies.
- Minimum Required Qualification and Experience
- Master’s Degree in the Social/Natural Sciences or related discipline with courses in Planning;
- Three (3) years’ experience in a comparable working environment.
- First Degree in Natural Science or related discipline;
- Post Graduate Certification in Fisheries Management, Planning or related discipline;
- Three (3) years’ experience in a comparable working environment.
Special Conditions Associated with the Job
- Exposure to harsh working environment (e.g. aquatic and offshore areas);
- Extensive periods in the field during terrestrial operations;
- Exposure to hostile clientele and situations where safety and security may be at risk;
- Required to travel island-wide, including travel to remote locations and also travels overseas to regional and international meetings and conferences.
Applications accompanied by detailed résumés, including the names of two (2) referees, should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 20th November, 2024 to:
Senior Director
Corporate Services Division
National Fisheries Authority
2c Newport East
Kingston 11
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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