The Field Officer will be based at the Ikan Ba Futuru program office in Betano to support outcomes 1 and 2 – supporting ecological research and its integration of community engagement and co-management. The successful candidate will work closely with project partner Blue Ventures.
This is the perfect position for someone with relevant training and an interest in human and ecological aspects of small-scale fisheries management, and who is looking for an opportunity to personally contribute to sustainable development in Timor-Leste.
The successful candidate will:
Assist with and participate in ocean-based research activities, including:
preparation and maintenance of technical field and safety equipment.
significant time spent at sea on a small research boat using technical equipment.
collation and processing of data generated during field research.
Assist with community coordination and engagement for both outcomes 1 and 2.
Assist in the implementation of fisher and household surveys.
Ensure frequent and effective coordination and communication with community and cultural leaders, fisher groups and government officials.
Maintain strong working partnerships with relevant local authorities, project partners, the WorldFish Country Office and ensure they are kept well informed of all relevant project activities.
Foster, establish and maintain links with other related projects and collaborative actors in the various municipalities.
Work closely with village chiefs and councils to ensure involvement of community members and fishers in program activities.
Undertake any other duties that might arise as part of Ikan Ba Futuru implementation. Undertake any other duties that might arise as part of Ikan Ba Futuru implementation or related work as requested by your supervisor.
Requirements:
This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:
High school with 2-year relevant experience working with the local community.
Originally from the south coast of Timor-Leste (preferably Betano).
Interested in marine science and field research.
Background in community engagement coordination and working with an international NGO.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team and enjoy working with a diverse group of stakeholders.
Basic communications skills in English (both spoken and written).
Fluency in Tetum language and local languages according to site location (Tetum Terik; Mambai; Bunak).
Ability to conduct long days of boat-based fieldwork in exposed waters.
Good connections with community authorities and local stakeholders along the south coast of Timor-Leste.
Ability to take initiative and drive project implementation.
