Duties & Responsibilities:

● Collaborate with government agencies to enhance research and information management systems related to aquaculture and agriculture.

● Contribute to the development and improvement of the national computerized statistical system, with a focus on aquaculture data, including pricing and production volumes.

● Support the design and execution of updated national agriculture/aquaculture censuses and statistical surveys.

● Develop cartography and visual representations of key production, processing, and commercialization data in the farmed fish and mango value chains.

● Provide support to existing applied aquaculture research efforts, fostering innovation and sustainable practices.

● Collaborate with research institutions to ensure the translation of research findings into practical policy recommendations.

● Conduct policy analysis to identify opportunities for optimizing fish feed tariffs and other relevant policies.

● Evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies and propose adjustments for improved outcomes in aquaculture and agriculture.

● Strengthen training programs, including digital training, related to the management of farmed fish and mango value chains.

● Collaborate with educational institutions to develop and deliver relevant training programs.

● Support research and government institutions in strengthening oversight mechanisms for disease surveillance in aquaculture and agriculture.

● Collaborate with other donors, government & research institutions engaged in these two value chains to ensure AMPPLIFY becomes a key actor shaping national policy in these two sectors

● Ensure compliance with international standards and best practices.

Basic Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics, public policy, or related discipline plus 10 years of experience in policy analysis, government capacity-building, or related roles in the agriculture or aquaculture sectors (or Master’s degree plus seven years of experience)

● Experience working within government institutions, or with government agencies, especially in roles related to policy development and implementation.

● Strong understanding of statistical systems and data management.

● Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

● Demonstrated ability to influence and drive policy changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

● Experience in public policy and / government affairs / public affairs Required Languages

● Proficiency in English and French.

We encourage all qualified individuals who share TechnoServe's vision of improving the lives of others through proven business solutions to apply.

Send us your CV and covering letter including salary expectations by February 01, 2024.

We wish you good luck!