Requirements Education Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Fisheries Should have B.Sc. in (Fisheries/Marine Sciences/ relevant subject ) from a UGC-approved university. Candidate having Master’s degree in (relevant subject fisheries/Marine Sciences/Aquaculture/Fisheries Management/ Fisheries Biology and Genetics/ Fisheries technology) will be given preference. Experience At least 5 years Additional Requirements Working Experience Minimum 5 years of working experience in relevant sector (only full-time work experience after graduation will be considered). Relevant working experience with PKSF or any project funded by multi-lateral development partners would be preferred. Working experience in enterprise development related projects will be given preference. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge on resource efficiency, HACCP, product diversification, certification, environment, climate change and vulnerability will be an added advantage Practical knowledge and experiences in training modules, leaflets, case stories, etc. development. Ability to work in a team and with good communication and interpersonal skills. Good computer knowledge (MS office and relevant applications). Age Limit Maximum 40 years of age on the last date of application. Responsibilities & Context Young Power in Social Action (YPSA) <www.ypsa.org> is an organization for sustainable development working in the greater Chattogram division including Chattogram Hill Tracts (CHT) since 1985 (International Youth Year). YPSA has been implementing a sub-project titled, “Adopting technologies and practices for resilient green growth in Fisheries sub-sector”, as a part of the ‘Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART)’ project. This sub-project aims to increase resource-efficient and resilient green growth of microenterprises (MEs) under Pisciculture sub-sector. The project is jointly financed by the World Bank, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), and Young Power in Social Action (YPSA). Sub-project Objectives To adopt resource efficient, cleaner production and good aquaculture practices To adopt climate resilient technologies for reducing vulnerabilities To increase technical knowledge and capacity of the MEs To increase fish production and produce diversified fish product To facilitate high-value market accessibility Duration: The employee will initially be hired for a one-year term, with the possibility of extending the contract till 30 June 2028, based on satisfactory performance. No. of Vacancy: 01 Duties and Responsibilities: The ‘Technical Officer (Fisheries)’ will work under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and will undertake the following duties and responsibilities, which are essential but not limited to: Assist the Project Manager in planning, monitoring, and supervising the implementation of project activities. Assist to identify potential microenterprises (MEs), select appropriate climate-resilient and resource-efficient cleaner production (RECP) practices for MEs and motivate them to adopt those practices. Provide technical support to MEs at cluster level. Select MEs for demonstration, set-up demonstration, and follow-up the MEs. Prepare training manuals, leaflets, case stories of the sub-project. Impart training on new/improved climate-resilient, resource-efficient and cleaner production aquaculture, GAqP/GLP/GMP, climate change vulnerability, etc. Assist in organizing field days, exposure visits, meetings, workshops, seminars, fairs, Environment Club meetings, etc. Explore circular economy, value-added product diversification, and new market potentiality. Assist to produce monthly, quarterly, and annual progress report as per the requirement of the management. Regular field visit at project areas, tracking the MEs progress in adoption of the RECP practices and reporting. Maintain linkages with different government departments (i.e. DoF, BFRI, DoE), academicians, value-chain actors (hatchery owners, inputs sellers, market actors, transporter etc.), private sector companies, etc. Any other tasks, duties, or specific tasks assigned by the Project Manager and management of the organization. Skills & Expertise Fisheries Compensation & Other Benefits Salary and Allowances Monthly consolidated salary is BDT 50,000/- Other admissible benefits (Festival Bonus, Bangla Noboborsho allowance, Mobile allowance, etc.) as per the organization's policy. Salary and other admissible benefits (if any) are inclusive of all taxes as imposed by the government of Bangladesh. Taxes will be deducted at sources as per government rules. Employment Status Full Time Job Location Anywhere in Bangladesh Application Deadline: 3 Dec 2024 Published: 25 Nov 2024 Read Before Apply If you are interested and competent for this position and have the required qualifications and experience, apply through bdjobs Apply Online on or before 03/12/2024. YPSA is an equal opportunity employer and is sensitive to child protection and gender. Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted. Any persuasion or lobby will be treated as a disqualification for an applicant. Smokers are discouraged from applying for the position. Women are actively encouraged to apply. YPSA HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT Note: Emergency 02334470996 (Office time) Company Information Young Power in Social Action (YPSA) Address: House # F 10 (P), Road # 13, Block # B Chandgaon R/A, Chittagong - 4212 Business: Young Power in Social Action (YPSA), an organization in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC) since 2013, is a voluntary non-profit organization for sustainable development registered with the different departments of the People`s Republic of Bangladesh including NGO Affairs Bureau contributing to national goals for making a difference in the lives of the population since its establishment in 1985. YPSA, a fleet of professional staff specializes in the six thematic areas of Health; Education; Human rights and Governance; Economic Empowerment; Environment and Climate change; and Disaster Risk Reduction and Humanitarian Response. At present YPSA`s direct program interventions reach the Greater Chittagong Division including Chittagong Hill Tracts and part of the Dhaka and Sylhet division.
