Senior Project Officer, Climate Resilience Fisheries, FSSL, HCMP
Job Description
Title: Senior Project Officer, Climate Resilience Fisheries, FSSL, HCMP
Company Name: BRAC
Vacancy: --
Location: Cox's Bazar (Pekua)
Minimum Salary: Negotiable
Experience:
∎ At least 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO, Development Agency
Published: 24 Feb 2025
Education:
∎ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture or relevant subject from any reputed university
∎ Priority will be given to candidates with proven experience in implementing climate-resilient fisheries or aquaculture practices
∎ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Fisheries, Aquaculture or relevant subject from any reputed university
∎ Priority will be given to candidates with proven experience in implementing climate-resilient fisheries or aquaculture practices
Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
∎ Know motor bike riding and must have valid license
∎ Academic knowledge in Fisheries or relevant subject
∎ Strong technical knowledge of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture practices and technologies
∎ Problem-solving and analytical skills to address challenges in fisheries systems
∎ Ability to work effectively in rural and remote areas with limited resources
∎ Good communication skill, Computer skill and Report writing skill
∎ Understanding of organizational culture & values·
∎ Know motor bike riding and must have valid license
∎ Academic knowledge in Fisheries or relevant subject
∎ Strong technical knowledge of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture practices and technologies
∎ Problem-solving and analytical skills to address challenges in fisheries systems
∎ Ability to work effectively in rural and remote areas with limited resources
∎ Good communication skill, Computer skill and Report writing skill
∎ Understanding of organizational culture & values·
Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Lead the implementation of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture initiatives at the field level, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives
∎ Promote the adoption of climate-smart practices, such as sustainable fishing techniques, resilient aquaculture systems, and ecosystem-based management
∎ Conduct training sessions, workshops, and demonstrations for fishers and fish farmers on climate-resilient practices
∎ Develop training materials and extension tools tailored to local contexts and stakeholder needs
∎ Provide technical guidance to fishers, fish farmers, and local partners on sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture practices, and aquatic ecosystem conservation
∎ Support the adoption of innovative technologies, such as climate-resilient fish species, integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA), and early warning systems for extreme weather events
∎ Work closely with fishing communities to foster collective action and knowledge sharing
∎ Facilitate participatory planning and decision-making processes to ensure inclusivity and ownership of climate-resilient fisheries initiatives
∎ Monitor the progress and impact of climate-resilient fisheries interventions, collecting data on key performance indicators
∎ Prepare regular reports on project activities, outcomes, and challenges for submission to the management
∎ Conduct awareness campaigns on the importance of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture management and its benefits for food security and environmental sustainability
∎ Promote and ensure adherence to safeguarding policies within the team, integrating safeguarding standards in all project activities
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure for any reportable incidents and encourage team members to do the same
∎ Ensure the safety of Programme Participants, people who come into contact with the organisation and team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) to achieve the programme's goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
∎ Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so
∎ The Senior Project Officer-Climate Resilience Fisheries will be responsible for promoting and implementing climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture practices to enhance the sustainability, productivity, and adaptability of aquatic systems in the face of climate change. The role involves working closely with fishers, fish farmers, local government authorities, and other stakeholders to integrate climate-smart strategies into fisheries and aquaculture management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in fisheries, aquaculture, climate change adaptation, and community engagement.
∎ Lead the implementation of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture initiatives at the field level, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives
∎ Promote the adoption of climate-smart practices, such as sustainable fishing techniques, resilient aquaculture systems, and ecosystem-based management
∎ Conduct training sessions, workshops, and demonstrations for fishers and fish farmers on climate-resilient practices
∎ Develop training materials and extension tools tailored to local contexts and stakeholder needs
∎ Provide technical guidance to fishers, fish farmers, and local partners on sustainable fisheries management, aquaculture practices, and aquatic ecosystem conservation
∎ Support the adoption of innovative technologies, such as climate-resilient fish species, integrated multi-trophic aquaculture (IMTA), and early warning systems for extreme weather events
∎ Work closely with fishing communities to foster collective action and knowledge sharing
∎ Facilitate participatory planning and decision-making processes to ensure inclusivity and ownership of climate-resilient fisheries initiatives
∎ Monitor the progress and impact of climate-resilient fisheries interventions, collecting data on key performance indicators
∎ Prepare regular reports on project activities, outcomes, and challenges for submission to the management
∎ Conduct awareness campaigns on the importance of climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture management and its benefits for food security and environmental sustainability
∎ Promote and ensure adherence to safeguarding policies within the team, integrating safeguarding standards in all project activities
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure for any reportable incidents and encourage team members to do the same
∎ Ensure the safety of Programme Participants, people who come into contact with the organisation and team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) to achieve the programme's goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment
∎ Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Mobile bill, Weekly 2 holidays
∎ Festival Bonus: 2
∎ Health & Life Insurance
∎ Health & Wellness Facility
∎ Paternity/ Maternity leave and
∎ Others as per Organisation policy
∎ Health & Life Insurance
∎ Health & Wellness Facility
∎ Paternity/ Maternity leave and
∎ Others as per Organisation policy
Workplace:
∎ Work at office
Employment Status: Contractual
Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Pekua)
Read Before Apply:
BRAC believes that everyone we work with including our staff, programme participants, partners, and the communities have the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA). We uphold human dignity and inclusion for all, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability, ethnic origin, or socio-economic condition. As an equal-opportunity employer, we actively encourage applications from gender-diverse individuals and people with disabilities.
Selected candidates will have to go through a rigorous reference and background checking process which may include police verification.
Company Information:
∎ BRAC
∎ BRAC 75 Mohakhali, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
∎ brac is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential.
Working at brac is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world, we are building it. Join us to find the way.
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∎ BRAC 75 Mohakhali, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
∎ brac is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential.Working at brac is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world, we are building it. Join us to find the way.
Application Deadline: 5 Mar 2025
Category: NGO/Development
