Tasks and responsibilities

•    Lead the drafting of a National Aquatic Animal Health Strategy (NAAHS) for Ghana.
•    Take the FAO E-learning course on Risk Analysis – Pathway to aquaculture biosecurity (PMP/AB), and attend the in-person Training of Trainers on PMP/AB;
•    Conduct a self-assessment of risk ownership on Aquatic Animal Health Strategy (AAHS) management in Ghana among key stakeholders;
•    Provide secretariat support to a Technical Working Group (TWG);
•    Organize a workshop to draft a new implementing strategy for aquatic animal health management in Ghana;
•    Revise and finalize the draft strategy based on the TWG, FAO country office, LTO, LTU and Stakeholder’s feedback;
•    Provide support for aquaculture activities within the FAO Ghana country office, as may be required;
•    Organize a validation workshop and share details of the elements of the new Aquatic Animal Health Strategy with key stakeholders.
•    Produce end of assignment report listing activities implemented.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements  

•    University degree in fish health, aquaculture and/or aquatic sciences, aquatic animal biosecurity, veterinary medicine or other related disciplines.
•    At least 5 years’ experience in professional programming in aquatic animal health.
•    Working knowledge of English
•    National of Ghana

FAO Core Competencies

•    Results Focus
•    Teamwork
•    Communication
•    Building Effective Relationships
•    Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills 

•    Experience in conducting aquaculture value-chain risk analysis
•    Experience in developing aquaculture biosecurity strategy
•    Experience in capacity building and training
•    Ability to work effectively under pressure.
•    Capacity to build effective relationships and partnerships with team members and service providers.
•    Ability to take initiative and accomplish tasks in due time.
•    The candidate must demonstrate high communication skills, both verbal and written, negotiation, leadership, vision, strategy, coordination and teamwork.

Selection Criteria 

•    Knowledge and experience in carrying out needs assessment, risk assessment in farm level biosecurity, aquatic animal movement and requirements of EU trading and aquatic health requirements