Project Officer: Fisheries Management Plans - Poole, United Kingdom - Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority

Description

Job title

Project Officer:
Fisheries Management Plans

Who:
Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA)


Location:
Poole, Dorset, BH15 2AA


Reports to:
Deputy

Chief Officer:
Fisheries Management and Policy


Pay:
SCP 11
:£24,054.

Pension:
Local Government Scheme (employer contributions at 14.5%)


Contract Type:
Two Year Fixed Term

Working Pattern:

Full Time (37 hours per week), flexible working to meet business needs, minimum attendance at office 2 days a week.

- have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
- be able to travel locally and nationally where required.


General Description

Southern Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority (IFCA) manage sustainable inshore fisheries within the coastal waters of Hampshire, Dorset and the Isle of Wight out to six nautical miles.

The diverse commercial and recreational fisheries within the district play a vital role in supporting the coastal communities along our coast.

The district also hosts a network of nationally and internationally important Marine Protected Areas.

IFCA's have been tasked by Defra to support the planning, preparation and publication phases of Fisheries Management Plans (FMPs).

FMPs are a new policy tool which Defra and its Arm's Length Bodies will use to implement the objectives of the Fisheries Act 2020.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in innovative work which is shaping the future of fisheries management.

Working in the Fisheries Management and Policy Team you will represent Southern IFCA at FMP meetings and working groups.

You will coordinate the provision of information, evidence and data to support the development of the FMPs, as requested by delivery partners and as guided by your line manager.

You will work with local and national colleagues, as well as help to coordinate communications and engagement with the inshore fishing communities.

You will be a good team player with excellent organisational and communication skills ensuring delivery of function in a professional manner.

In delivering this function, there may also be opportunities to gain wider experience within the Fisheries Management and Policy Team, to include participation in fisheries surveys and stock assessments, as well as contributing to Habitat Regulation Assessments and Marine Conservation Zone Assessments.

In line with the Southern IFCA Performance Appraisal Policy and our commitment to continuous development, a Personal Work Plan will be developed, which will include provision of professional development opportunities.

Essential Criteria

• To have excellent communication skills, to include written, verbal and listening abilities.
• The ability to alter communication styles to suit a variety of audiences.
• To have experience of working with a variety of people.
• Experience of writing reports.
• Experience of scientific research (to include literature reviews), evidence gathering and data collection.
• A genuine interest in fisheries and the marine environment
• Competence with developing and maintaining databases

Desirable Criteria

• A good working knowledge of the Fisheries Act 2020, to include Fisheries Management Plans and Fisheries Objectives.
• The ability to develop and nurture professional working relationships across a diverse range of people.
• Experience of working with the fishing industry.
• Experience of project management.
• Experience of reporting to a Committee.
• To hold or have the ability to hold an ML5 or ENG1 medical certificate in order to undertake surveys at sea.

Interpersonal and Key Skills

• A desire to make a difference
• The ability to work autonomously as well as under direction
• To be diligent, with attention to detail
• To be innovative in approach
• The ability to prioritise work and be organised and effective in delivery
• The ability to create and develop effective working relationships in a small team.
• To have cultural awareness and ensure equality and diversity is actively promoted in the workplace.

Application Process

Please complete a
CV capturing your:

• 
  Qualifications: full details of education, relevant training and qualifications you hold

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Career history: with key responsibilities and achievements, ensuring you have provided reasons for any employment gaps within the last five years.
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Previous skills and experience:relevant to job role

Please also provide a
1000 word Personal Statement, which demonstrates how you meet the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as well as the Interpersonal and Key Skills section.

For further details on how to apply, please visit
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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract


Salary:
From £24,054.00 per year


Schedule:

• Monday to Friday