African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources Aquatic Ecosystems Management Expert Jobs in Kenya
African Union - InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources Aquatic Ecosystems Management Expert Jobs in Kenya
BackgroundThe African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR), a specialized technical office of the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment (DARBE) of the African Union Commission (AUC), is mandated to support and coordinate the utilization of livestock, fisheries, aquaculture and wildlife as resources for both human wellbeing and economic development in the Member States of the African Union.
The Vision of the AU-IBAR Strategic Plan 2018-2023 is an Africa in which animal resources contribute significantly to integration, prosperity and peace. AU-IBAR’s intervention in the fisheries and aquaculture sector is guided by the Policy Framework and Reform Strategy for fisheries and aquaculture in Africa (PFRS) which is aimed at improving governance of the sector for increased sustainable contribution to food security, livelihoods and wealth creation.
Also within the framework of the African Union 2063, the Africa Blue Economy Strategy environed an inclusive and sustainable blue economy that significantly contributes to Africa’s transformation and growth.
The specific objectives of the project are as follows:
Ratify and/or align relevant international/regional instruments related to blue economy themes (with specific reference to protecting and conserving biodiversity)
Optimizing conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity while minimizing conflicts among blue economy sub-themes
Strengthening measures for mitigating the negative impacts of coastal and marine tourism, oil, gas, deep sea mining and climate change on aquatic biodiversity and environment
Strengthening gender inclusivity in aquatic biodiversity conservation and environmental management
Objective
The objective of the consultancy is to provide technical support to the overall implementation, supervision and coordination of the project “Conserving Aquatic Biodiversity in African Blue Economy".
Tasks
Provide technical support and coordinate overall implementation of the project on ‘Conserving Aquatic Biodiversity in African Blue Economy’
Develop necessary mechanisms to initiate project implementation, including recruitment of project staff, project inception and project related studies
Support establishment and operationalization of project management structure including the project technical committee and project steering committee
In collaboration with the Project team, conduct activities relating to aquatic biodiversity and ecosystems restoration, protection and conservation such as establishment of MPAs, strengthening regional MCS systems, implementing nature-based solutions in ecosystems restoration and conservation efforts
In collaboration with the Project team to promote regional mechanisms on transboundary aquatic ecosystems and environmental governance
Enhance continental capacity development on ecosystem-based modular approach to management and assessment of Large Marine Ecosystems (LMEs)
Facilitate selection of appropriate institutions as African Union Centres of Excellence for research and training on aquatic biodiversity and ecosystems conservation
Develop database of relevant national and regional institutions with mandates on aquatic biodiversity and environmental management as well as ongoing projects to facilitate linkages among appropriate ministries, departments or agencies in AU member states, regional institutions, environmental-based NGOs
Collate baseline information on past and ongoing projects or interventions on integrated management of African large marine ecosystems and freshwater ecosystems
Support to implementation of fisheries, aquaculture and blue economy related projects and programmes at AU-IBAR
Any other duty as may be assigned by the Director of AU-IBAR
Expected Outputs and Deliverables
An inception report developed outlining detailed methodology and work plan to undertake the tasks
The technical implementation of the project supported, including inception workshop, staff recruitment
Operationalization of project management structure supported including project technical committee and project steering committee
Mechanisms for aquatic biodiversity and ecosystems conservation, protection restoration implemented
Regional mechanisms for transboundary aquatic ecosystems promoted
Institutions identified as AU Centres of Excellence for research and training on aquatic biodiversity and ecosystems conservation
Database of relevant national and regional institutions with mandates on aquatic biodiversity constituted and linkages, synergies and coordination mechanisms facilitated among the institutions including relevant ongoing projects
Baseline information collated on past and ongoing projects or interventions on integrated management of African large marine ecosystems and freshwater
ecosystems
Implementation of Blue economy related projects and programmes by AU-IBAR supported
A comprehensive report on the consultancy produced
Qualification
The incumbent should have an advanced University degree in Fisheries Management, Fisheries Science, Ocean Sciences, Fish Population Ecology. A PhD degree will be an added advantage.
General Experience
At least 10 years combined working experience at senior and advisory positions in African fisheries and aquaculture sector at national, regional and continental levels
At least 5 years’ combined working experience in managing, coordinating donor funded projects and activities in fisheries research, development and management with particular reference to EU, FAO/UN, GEF-World Bank funded projects, and GTZ,
Demonstrated record of coordinating formulation of national and continental policies or strategies for the sustainable exploitation and management of aquatic fauna, including fish resources, in Africa aquatic ecosystems
Demonstrated experience of establishing and/or strengthening mechanisms for coordination, coherence and regional cooperation in African aquatic systems with particular reference to the fisheries and aquaculture sector
Proven record of coordinating capacity development of African stakeholders on aquatic ecosystems modeling, productivity patterns and scientific data for informed decision making in African fisheries sector
Proven record of experience in formulation of projects on fisheries and aquaculture governance.
Experience in planning and coordinating stakeholders’ consultative workshops on blue economy development at regional and continental levels
Specific Experience
Evidence of experience of coordinating the formulation development of blue economy strategies at national, regional and continental levels in Africa
Record of coordinating the implementation of blue economy and aquatic-biodiversity projects at continental level in Africa
Evidence of supporting capacity building of AU Member States and Regional Institutions on blue governance concepts and tools essential for sustainable blue economy tools
Record of international working experience in a multi-disciplinary team on research related project for sustainable management of marine and freshwater ecosystems in Africa
Proven record of experience in implementing transboundary LME-based project in Africa and strengthening regional management plans for shared fisheries resources in Africa LMEs and shared water bodies
Record of experience of coordinating the identification of institutions as Centres of Excellence for research and training in Africa
Proven record of familiarization with and participating in policy processes for adoption of instruments, initiatives and development of recommendations by AU policy organs
Skills and Competencies
Diplomacy and good interactive skills necessary for dealing with senior officials in Government, Regional Organizations, and donor/development organizations;
Good networking skills and ability to maintain positive and constructive dialogue and relationships with relevant institutions operating in Africa
Very strong writing and analytical skills are necessary.
Demonstrated ability to provide strong leadership and foster team work is required
Proficiency in at least two official AU languages
Duty Stations
The consultants will be stationed in Nairobi with travel on specific assignments agreed with the AU-IBAR Management .
Duration
The effective duration of this assignment is 6 months. The contract is renewable depending on availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
The selected candidate should be available to undertake this assignment on the 1st January 2023.
Remuneration
The remuneration for this Consultancy is a fixed amount of USD7,800 (Seven Thousand and Eight Hundred US Dollars) per month.
Expenses for missions will be covered separately in accordance with the applicable African Union Commission rules and regulations.
How to Apply
The address for submission of applications is: Applications including detailed curriculum vitae (CV) should be submitted through email to: procurement@au-ibar.org.systems Management Expert Jobs in Kenya
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