ph3Organizational setting /h3 pThe Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) is responsible for all the ecological, economic, social, institutional, governance and policy aspects of fisheries and aquaculture and their development, with particular emphasis on human wellbeing, food security, nutrition and poverty reduction, with due regard to the protection of the environment. The work includes collection, validation, analysis and dissemination of the best available and up to date statistics on all aspects of the sector. The Division is also responsible for FAO's activities related to the management and conservation of living aquatic resources in accordance with modern standards and best practices, including fisheries technologies and safety at sea; the development of sustainable aquaculture; support for the development of effective value chains of aquatic products, including reducing loss and waste, product development, food safety and health, and access to markets and ultimately to consumers, in the context of integrated food systems' approaches. /p pThe position is located in the Fisheries and Aquaculture Division (NFI) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy. /p h3Reporting Lines /h3 pThe Fishery Officer reports to the Senior Fishery Officer /Team Leader in the Statistics and Information team, NFISI. /p h3Technical Focus /h3 pThe Fishery Officer will support the development, management and analysis of fisheries and aquaculture data and information systems, contributing to the innovation and integration of standards, tools and methodologies along the data value chain. The Fishery Officer will assist in strengthening FAO's capacity to deliver evidence-based policy support, global reporting and knowledge products, and enhance the visibility and accessibility of fisheries and aquaculture information. /p h3Key Results /h3 pCollection and analysis of information, data and statistics and project/meeting services to support programme projects, products and services. /p h3Key Functions /h3 ul liCollects and analyses relevant technical, social, economic, environmental, institutional and technology related information,



data and/or statistics to support the delivery of programme projects, as well as products and services. /li liUndertakes analysis, provides technical input for plans and reports and edits/revises technical/scientific documents. /li liParticipates in the development of improved work methods, tools and systems. /li liUpdates databases and web pages. /li liParticipates in multidisciplinary project/work teams. /li liCollaborates in the development of training tools and materials and the organization of workshops/seminars, etc. /li liParticipates in the organization, conduct and follow-up of meetings, consultations and conferences, the development/production of required materials and the provision of information and assistance to partners. /li /ul h3Specific Functions /h3 ul liSupports data management, processing and analysis activities underpinning FAO fisheries and aquaculture knowledge products. /li liContributes to the design of data models and web-based user interfaces for the development of knowledge products. /li liAssists in the development and application of data and metadata standards, methodologies and tools to improve data quality, interoperability and dissemination. /li liProvides support to the maintenance and content management of FAO fisheries and aquaculture web platforms and information systems. /li liContributes to the implementation of web-based information systems and platforms, including content structuring and data integration. /li liContributes to the preparation, editing and review of technical documents, reports and communication materials. /li liSupports capacity development activities and projects, including training and technical assistance to Members on data collection, management and reporting systems. /li liParticipates in the coordination with partners and stakeholders,



including international and regional organizations, in support of data sharing and information initiatives. /li /ul h3Job Posting /h3 p21/Aug/2026 /p h3Closure Date /h3 p11/Sep/2026, 2:59:00 PM /p h3Job Type /h3 pStaff position /p h3Type of Requisition /h3 pProfessional /p h3Grade Level /h3 pP-2 /p h3Primary Location /h3 pItaly-Rome /p h3Duration /h3 pFixed-term: two years with possibility of extension /p h3Post Number /h3 h3CCOG Code /h3 p1H05 /p pIMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that Closure Date and Time displayed above are based on date and time settings of your personal device /p pThe length of appointment for internal FAO candidates will be established in accordance with applicable policies pertaining to the extension of appointments. /p ul liFAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture /li liQualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non-and under-represented Members and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply /li liEveryone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct, and to uphold FAO's values /li liFAO, as a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination /li liAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks /li liAll applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality /li liFAO staff are subject to the authority of the Director-General, who may assign them to any of the activities or offices of the Organization. /li /ul pThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation to MORE efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production , better nutrition , a better environment, and a better life , leaving no one behind. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

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