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Vacancy - Director of Environmental Management and Mineral Resources, International Seabed Authority (Deadine: 30 March)

Director of Environmental Management and Mineral Resources on behalf of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The position offers great potential societal impact in the field of marine policy and governance. Attractive package, diplomatic terms, and strong career opportunities in the UN system (see possibly attached job description).

Qualification: 

Advanced university degree in marine biology or ecology, marine resources management, marine environmental sciences and management or related fields is required.

A minimum of fifteen years of professional working experience in the management of international environmental and sustainable development programmes related to marine resources and marine environment as well as solid experience of linking scientific and technical knowledge with intergovernmental policy processes is required.

Experience in policy analysis and policy design skills in the field of marine policy and governance is highly desirable.

Experience in supporting intergovernmental processes performing international expert processes and negotiations is highly desirable.

Experience in interacting with members of the scientific community on marine scientific research is highly desirable.

Experience in interlinkages between natural and social sciences as they apply to sustainable development of marine resources is desirable.

If you know someone who might be fit for this important role, or if you know someone who does, I would love to hear from you at your earliest convenience.