Pacific Island Fisheries Professional – Coastal Fisheries Science

About the role

The Pacific Island Fisheries Professional (Coastal Fisheries Science) will support the Coastal Fisheries Science Team by providing advice to governments, stakeholders and the private sector on planning and implementing coastal fisheries science activities, focusing on finfish and invertebrate resources and their habitats.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the CFAP Science team in training PICT members on data collection, entry, quality control, analysis and reporting for sustainable coastal fisheries management.
• Develop and deliver training materials and sessions (in‑country and online) for coastal fisheries surveys, ensuring gender and social inclusion.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of coastal living‑resources assessments, innovative data‑collection tools and standardized monitoring systems.
• Support PICTs in analysing scientific data, producing status updates and promoting inter‑agency networking for evidence‑based management.

Required profile

• National of a Pacific Island country, employed by a fisheries or conservation agency or recognised NGO.
• Recognised degree in coastal fisheries science or related field, with at least two years of direct experience in PICT coastal fisheries research.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work in multicultural teams, including willingness to travel under challenging conditions.

Required skills

• Proficiency with PC‑based software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Experience using data‑entry and analysis software for fisheries surveys.
• Field research skills for coastal finfish and invertebrate surveys, including biological sampling.

What we offer

• Fixed‑term contract (364 days) at Band 8 salary scale: 3 038 SDR per month (≈ USD 4 071).
• Housing support in Noumea, establishment grant, return airfare and luggage reimbursement.
• 25 days annual leave, 30 days sick leave, medical and life insurance, and contribution to SPC Provident Fund.