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International Water Management Institute Research Officer – Aquaculture Pakistan IWMI Jobs 2024

International Water Management Institute looking for “Research Officer – Aquaculture”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 17-Jul-24.

The International Water Management Institute has published a job vacancy announcement on 03/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of Research Officer – Aquaculture to be based in Lahore , Pakistan. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org

Company Name: International Water Management Institute

Job Title: Research Officer – Aquaculture

Duty Station: Lahore , Pakistan

Country: Pakistan

Application Deadline: 17-Jul-24

Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature reviews of existing farming practices for saline and brackish aquaculture in Balochistan.
• Assist with designing and implementing biophysical and socio-economic surveys to better understand various farming practices in saline and brackish aquaculture environments.
• Provide technical support in identifying and implementing biophysical surveys, studies, and activities related to the socio-economic aspects of managing saline and marine aquaculture in Balochistan province.
• Collect, manage, and analyze data to inform and guide the project’s technical and policy work.
• Collect data on various fish species in saline and brackish aquaculture.
• Understand quantitative methods and be familiar with statistical data analysis.
• Participate in the production of reports and scientific manuscripts.
• Assist in organizing stakeholder meetings at the local, provincial, and national levels.
• Assist in administrative tasks and other duties as determined by the Project Leader.
• Conduct quantitative analysis using different data sources, including labor force and household surveys, administrative records, and geospatial information to prepare reports and summaries on economic factors for assessing impacts (without and with project interventions).
• Integrate research findings into effective policy recommendations and disseminate information through relevant guidelines and policy briefs.
• Support the adoption of practical, science-based policy solutions and decisions by national and international partners, authorities, governments, and donors.
• Conduct cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses for evaluating aquaculture management and policy decisions.
• Perform other duties relevant to the role as assigned by the Project Leader.

Requirements:

Essential,

• Master’s degree in Zoology, Botany with statistics and quantitative analysis coursework for aquaculture management or closely related fields coupled with minimum of 03 years’ research experience in aquaculture management, OR;
• Bachelor’s degree in aforementioned fields coupled with at least 05 years of relevant work experience.
• Training in survey methods using primary and secondary data analysis techniques.
• Proven record of peer-reviewed scientific publications in well-reputed international journals.
• Demonstrable working experience with various stakeholders ranging from government, international development organizations, academics, and the private sector.

Desirable,

• Prior experience working with international organizations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Essential,

• Good technical knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Working knowledge of aquaculture economics and relevant policy development initiatives (aquaculture policies) in Pakistan.
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in the aquaculture sector.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Attention to detail, precision, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated service approach and personal organization.
• Personal attributes include high standards of conduct, respect, flexibility, and sound work ethics.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines, and work independently and cooperatively with team members.
• Original, creative, innovative thinker who takes the initiative and has good judgment.
• High level of proficiency in Windows, Microsoft Office, and specialist quantitative and qualitative software for economic analysis and modelling.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

Desirable,

• Proficiency in Urdu language is advantageous.