Requirements

Additional Requirements

• More than 10 years of professional experience in fisheries resource management, particularly in coastal and community settings.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in donor-funded or government projects, with demonstrated technical and leadership responsibilities.

• Have the experiences of working as Project Leader or equivalent for more than two projects. Plus, at least one of these projects must be funded by international donors.

• Proven expertise in fisheries policy, planning, conservation, and ecosystem-based management.

• Strong communication and documentation skills in English, including report writing and technical discussions.

• This position presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a transformative, community-centered initiative in the coastal areas of Bangladesh. Under the leadership of the Joint Venture consortium, the selected candidate is expected to demonstrate professionalism, technical competence, and a commitment to sustainable development, aligning with the mission and values of the JV of NACOM & New Vision Solution Ltd. in Association with MUKTI Cox’s Bazar.

• The implementing partners—JV of NACOM & New Vision Solution Ltd. in Association with MUKTI Cox’s Bazar—are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, youth, and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and associates to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct. All candidates will be required to adhere to the project’s safeguarding and protection policies and may be subject to background checks and reference verification as part of the recruitment process.

Responsibilities & Context

This Terms of Reference (ToR) outlines the scope of work, key responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position of Fisheries Management Specialist under the Technical Assistance Services for “Fisheries Livelihood Enhancement Project in the Coastal Area of the Bay of Bengal” (FiLEP) (Component: Livelihood and Nutrition (LNC)). The project is funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and implemented through a Joint Venture of NACOM & New Vision Solution Ltd. in Association with MUKTI Cox’s Bazar. The selected professional will play a critical role in achieving the project’s objectives related to sustainable fisheries resource management and improved coastal livelihoods.

Reports to: CEO/Director

Duration: Initially 8 months (with a possibility of extension)

Responsibilities:

• He or She will lead the project team and day to day monitoring of the project activities.

• Design, implement, and oversee community-based fisheries management strategies and conservation plans.

• Provide technical guidance on sustainable fisheries practices, ecosystem-based approaches, and regulatory compliance.

• Support capacity-building initiatives for fishers, Field Facilitators, and project staff through training, mentoring, and technical assistance.

• Contribute to the preparation and development of training manuals, awareness materials, and conservation guidelines.

• Monitor fish catch data, analyze trends, and advise on sustainable harvesting limits and protection measures.

• Coordinate with field teams and community stakeholders to ensure adoption of conservation practices.

• Support in baseline and end line data analysis and reporting.

• Participate in donor communications, technical reporting, and representation in relevant meetings.

• Undertake regular field visits to monitor the implementation and impact of fisheries management activities.

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Team Leader.

• Fisheries Conservation Specialist will serve as Team Leader and is required to have the experiences of working as Project Leader or equivalent for more than two projects. Plus, at least one of these projects must be funded by international donors.

• He or She will act the Team Leader of the Project.