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Marine specialist to support the marine programme at GRID-Arendal
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Location Norway - Europe
Town/City The position is based at GRID-Arendal headquarter in Arendal, Norway
Salary Range Dependent on Experience
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level First Level
Deadline 25/10/2008
Company Name GRID-Arendal
Contact Name Luana Karvel
Email luana.karvel@grida.no
Website Further Details / Applications
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GRID-Arendal is developing a global marine initiative with four main project areas: climate change adaptation, global assessment of the deep oceans, national marine expertise capacity building and support to UNEP’s marine programme. This initiative builds on the successful UNEP Shelf Programme, which supports developing states with data and capacity building for the extension of their continental shelf under the United Nation Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). Jointly these programmes have an overarching focus on marine management, especially in the support of developing states and small island developing states. The marine specialist will be working with a small highly motivated international team in the further development and implementation of the marine programme and reporting directly to the programme manager.

The position is based at GRID-Arendal headquarter in Arendal, Norway. GRID-Arendal is a project funded organisation.

The successful candidate will have a higher degree in marine ecology, oceanography or interdisciplinary marine studies involving integrated environmental management and policy in the marine environment with at least 5 years post degree experience in one or more of the main project areas. Particular expertise in seafloor processes and benthic ecosystems in the deep ocean is highly desirable. The position does not relate to fisheries management, nor involve field work or fundamental scientific research.

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Preferred qualifications:

  • Master degree or equivalent/higher in marine ecology, oceanography or interdisciplinary marine studies. 
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English
  • Advanced communication skills, proven skills in project design, proposal writing and reporting as well as the management of complex and multi partner projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to work within a team and independently.

Advantageous skills:

  • Proficiency in other languages
  • Fund raising experience
  • Knowledge of the UN system
  • Willingness to travel

Personal qualifications:

  • Interest in building capacities within developing countries.
  • Negotiation and diplomatic skills.
  • Ability to work with/understand international cultures.

GRID-Arendal is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are encouraged to apply

Compensation:

GRID-Arendal’s salary system is linked to the Norwegian Government salary system. It is based on education and experience, and is negotiable according to expertise. Salaries are subject to Norwegian tax regulations. Insurance and personal benefits are provided in addition to salary. International staff receives additional benefits.

Deadline for applications: 25 October, 2008

Application should include a cover letter and CV. (No specific application form to be filled in.)

For more information about the position and application to:
Personnel Manager Luana Karvel
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