EL 1 Manager, Foreign Compliance Policy and Capacity Building

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EL 1 Manager, Foreign Compliance Policy and Capacity Building

Canberra ACT

Key duties of the position include :

NON-ONGOING VACANCY

EL 1 Manager, Foreign Compliance Policy and Capacity Building

Foreign Compliance Policy, Fisheries Operations Branch, Canberra

Are you passionate about the marine environment, natural resource management, and working with partner countries? Do you want to develop and apply your skills in international relations and policy development while supporting global efforts to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing? Consider a career in an international team at the Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA).

About the Team

AFMA is seeking an enthusiastic EL 1 Manager to join the Foreign Compliance Policy Section. Our team develops measures to combat IUU fishing in Australian and internationally managed waters through engagement in international fisheries forums, capacity development programs, and fisheries expertise in line with Australia’s policies.

About the Role

The primary focus is to support the Senior Manager by :

• Leading a small team responsible for AFMA’s delivery of fisheries MCS capacity building programs in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.
• Liaising with stakeholders to enhance capacity building programs and MCS capabilities.
• Overseeing monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, and adaptation activities for effective reporting and performance assessment.
• Providing advice on best practices in MCS measures and strategies to combat IUU fishing, based on international developments.

This is a non-ongoing position for 2 years, with the possibility of extension.

Please refer to the position description for further information.

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