WWF Fisheries Programme Officer

FISHERIES PROGRAMME OFFICER
Lead implementation of CEA strategy for responsible Tuna; Provide policy and strategic advice on sustainability criteria for other priority fisheries. Role include extensive work with government partners, donors, Regional Fisheries Management Organizations, NGOs, and others in the WWF network to implement the strategic action plan to achieve sound fisheries development and management in the Western Indian Ocean region.
Requirements - MSc in Marine Sciences; 4 years of professional experience in fisheries and/or marine resources management in Eastern Africa; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Location: All positions will be based in Dar es Salaam (with the exception of the Climate Adaptation Officer which could be based in Kenya, Tanzania, or Mozambique).

Reporting: These positions will report to the Leader, Coastal East Africa Initiative, with the exception of the Climate Adaptation Officer, who will report to the Head of the Terrestrial Programme.

Terms: Two year fixed term contract (renewable); competitive salary and benefits package is offered which commensurate with the experience and responsibilities of the post.

Interested candidates who adhere to WWF’s values which are Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results should send covering letter, CV with references, copies of relevant certificates to:

The Leader, WWF Coastal East Africa Initiative, C/O WWF Tanzania, Regent Estate, Mikocheni (Plot No: 350) P. O. Box 63117, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania OR by e-mail to Lmwakanema@wwftz.org

Deadline 10th May 2010.

Above excerpt from: http://wwf.panda.org/who_we_are/jobs/?192869/Job-openings---WWF-Coastal-East-Africa-Initiative