Full Job Title: Officer, Ending Illegal Fishing Project, International Fisheries
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International Fisheries
Pew's international fisheries project aims to secure an enduring system of rules and consequences for international fisheries that ensures the sustainability of fish populations over the long term and supports the health and resilience of the marine ecosystem more broadly. Our main areas of work include: the advancement of precautionary harvest strategies and effective compliance regimes for international fisheries; improved protection of vulnerable marine species and their nursery and spawning habitats affected by international fisheries; and improved policies and actions aimed at ending illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
Position Overview
The officer, ending illegal fishing, international fisheries is responsible for delivering campaign outcomes within the ending illegal fishing portfolio specifically related to regional coordination and cooperation among enforcement officials. The position is based in London or Washington, DC and reports to the project director, ending illegal fishing, international fisheries in London. The position has a set time frame that could be extended based on the success of the program, funding sources, and board decisions on continued support.
Responsibilities
- In close coordination with the project director, ending illegal fishing, international fisheries and with input of other international fisheries colleagues, lead the development and implementation of a detailed workplan, particularly in relation to the development of regional coordination among enforcement officials to improve information sharing and cooperation and enhance their collective ability to address IUU fishing in the region, as outlined in the board-approved project write up. Engage key programmatic leads and liaisons in government relations, communications, and conservation science. In addition, help to identify new opportunities and strategies to support achievement of these objectives.
- Maintain an active and thorough understanding of relevant regional politics, issues, related initiatives and any evolution in the related science, technology, policies and laws.
- Communicate with, and in some cases, manage consultants engaged by the campaign to advance its objectives.
- Forge and maintain relationships with important policymakers, conservation groups, expert bodies, and other constituencies to advance campaign objectives. Collaborate with other allies in the field to maximize the likelihood of achieving identified objectives.
- Serve as spokesperson on regional coordination and cooperation among enforcement officials to cultivate and engage the public and key constituencies on core issues. This includes representing the Trusts at meetings, conferences, and/or on expert panels/groups, authoring articles and other communications, and providing interviews to outside sources.
- Develop policy and/or academic papers, reports and other communications materials on these topics, as needed. Review and provide comments on external policy proposals, regulations and white papers, as needed.
- Contribute to and participate in the tasks of the international environment department as assigned, as well as broad Trusts-related projects and activities, as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required, and advanced degree in relevant area preferred.
- At least eight years of specialized experience in the field gained through training and professional experience. Expertise in international fisheries policy, and regional enforcement initiatives in particular, is important.
- Minimum of two plus years of previous direct supervisory experience required including experience managing performance management process for direct reports and providing career development advice and counsel.
- Prior to commencing employment with Pew, candidates who were registered to lobby in any jurisdiction must certify termination of previous registration(s) and provide copies of termination notices with said jurisdiction(s) to Pew.
- Excellent analytic and problem-solving skills, and highly results-oriented. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines by maintaining high level of organization.
- Superior oral and written communication skills. Able to synthesize large amounts of information, present ideas clearly and persuasively, and communicate complex ideas to the general public.
- Strong interpersonal skills. Able to develop and manage productive relationships with colleagues, consultants, partners and others who contribute to the campaign. Highly diplomatic; able to work productively with a wide array of people and institutions.
- Fluency in English required. Favorable consideration for applicants with additional competency in one or more of the following languages: Spanish, French and Japanese.
Travel
Frequent international travel anticipated. Travel may cross weekends and, on occasion, holidays to accommodate meeting schedules.
Total Rewards
We offer a competitive salary and benefit program.
The Pew Charitable Trusts is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Pew considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
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