Anglo-North Irish Fish Producers Organisation (ANIFPO), on behalf of the Northern Ireland Fishermen!s Federation (NIFF) is seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the post of:
FISHERIES SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT OFFICER Based in Kilkeel, Northern Ireland, the successful applicant will assume a key role within an industry led project that involves the Marine Stewardship Coun- cil (MSC), Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) and Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI). The contract on offer is an initial fixed term contract for 21 months supported under the EMFF program. Successful delivery of the initial objectives could lead to an extension of the contract. The position will involve working directly with Northern Ireland!s fishing industry and other stakeholders to help ensure Northern Ireland!s fishing fleet is well placed to meet the opportunities of the blue economy and by securing current and future sustainability and conservation goals. Due to the collabor- ative nature of this position, the successful applicant will regularly engage with scientists, technologists, managers, and catchers. It is therefore essential that applicants have excellent communication skills, are comfortable talking to groups of different stakeholders and can interpret a range of complex information. With support from a management committee the successful applicant will have a lead role in; - Managing current and developing future MSC accreditation for Northern Ireland fisheries - Drafting voluntary management plans for local inshore fisheries - Commencing preliminary research into the fishing fleet with respect to carbon-neutral objectives - Engaging with industry and other stakeholders around a wide range of marine sustainability issues In addition, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain experience through work on an established program of fishing gear selectivity development. This may also include the opportunity of time at sea during peri- ods of gear trialing and post-trial analysis of catch data and input into reports. A post graduate degree in an Environmental/ Marine or Fisheries science or equivalent is preferred, but not essential. Likewise, a good understanding of MSC accreditation requirements and process (or other third-party certification scheme) would be an advantage. A proven ability to conduct field work at the coast and the ability to engage effectively with the fishing industry, as well as administration and funding application experience would be advantageous. Candidates should hold a full driving license as they will be expected to carry out regular site visits to the three main commercial fishing harbours of Northern Ireland. The position of Fisheries Scientific Support Officer has a salary of circa. £35,000, depending on experience. In addition, travel and subsistence costs over the period of employment, costs of protective clothing (for use onboard fishing vessels, including PFD) and a mobile phone contract will be met. The successful candidate will be assisted by a Project Board which will comprise representatives from the partnership organisations. Questions about or further details on the position are available by email from [email protected] Applicants are invited to forward their CV along with a supporting written application to Alan McCulla, CEO, ANIFPO, The Harbour, Kilkeel, Co. Down BT34 4RL on or before Friday, 21st May 2021.
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