Field Facilitator (Temporary, 3 vacancies)
WorldFish, East Timor

WorldFish seeks to create an inclusive world of healthy, well-nourished people and a sustainable blue planet, now and in the future. We provide research and innovation in aquatic food systems to support sustainable development and food system transformation toward healthy and resilient diets.Our 2030 WorldFish Research and Innovaion Startegy: Aquatic Foods for Healthy People and Planet outlines our commitment to guiding the transition to more resilient aquatic food systems in three priority impact areas: Social and Economic Inclusion, Nutrition and Public Health, and Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability.

About the Position

The Field Facilitator will provide support to WorldFish’s Partnership for Aquaculture Development in Timor-Leste - Phase 2 (PADTL2) Project Leader and key team members in the following areas:

• Attend initial orientation by Project Coordinator to familiarize with FFS (farmer field school) sessions, reporting systems and job scopes.
• Support farmers in developing their activity plans and adoption of aquaculture BMP (better management practices) in the field for their responsible farmer clusters.
• Report the progress of farmers’ production cycle and challenges they face follows the project’s designated monitoring system (pond book).
• Complete the weekly update and planning report.
• Work closely with village chief/village council to ensure involvement of community members.
• Coordinate the local training sessions and meetings with farmers, WorldFish and MAF (Ministry Agriculture and Fisheries) officers at the field.
• Assist in implementation of surveys related to the project.
• Continuously communicate farmers’ issues to WorldFish and MAF suco extension officer and assist with resolution.

Requirements

This job might be for you if you have the below skills and qualifications:

• High school with 1-year relevance experience working with local community.
• Knowledgeable, literate, enthusiastic members of the community.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with project leader and project working group.
• Basic knowledge and skills in pond aquaculture.
• Basic communications skills in English.
• Fluency in Tetum language and local languages according to site location.

Benefits

This is a 6-month temporary position for 3 successful applicants with salary commensurate to the responsibilities of this position. WorldFish offers a competitive remuneration package inclusive of comprehensive benefits including (but not limited to) paid annual leave, insurance coverage for staff, and pension/provident fund contribution.

Our Offer

The successful 3 Field Facilitator will be based in Hera (Dili), Umaberloik (Manufahi) and Laubonu/Atsabe (Ermera). Interviews are expected to be held in August / September 2023 and only shortlisted candidate will be notified and expected to attend the interview. The successful candidate should be available to commence as soon as possible for an initial of 6 months temporary contract, with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding situation.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to submit the following information online latest by 23 August 2023:

• A cover letter including a 1-page (max) description of why you are an ideal candidate for this role referring to the key responsibilities and what you would bring to the role.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

WorldFish has seven offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.

WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.

People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.

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