The Fisheries Commission, an agency under the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD), hereby invites applications from qualified Ghanaians for the following vacancy as Assistant Fisheries Manager (A)

The successful applicant will assist the Fisheries Manager to perform the following duties:

• Collect and collate fisheries data for evidence-based policy decision making and planning.
• carry out Fisheries Extension Services not limited to:
O pond construction (aquaculture)
O fish hatchery management (aquaculture)
O any other duties relating to Fisheries and Aquaculture development
• Collaborate with the Fish Health Unit on issues of fish disease management.
• Post-harvest fisheries reduction / management.

Qualification Required & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Fisheries Science, Environmental Studies, Natural Resource Management, Agric, Economics, Biological Science or related discipline.
• At least 1 - 2 years working experience in fisheries related field.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage teams and interact effectively with stakeholders is an advantage.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work is an advantage.
• Computer literacy in MS Office will be required.

Location: Upper West, Upper East, Northern, North East, Savannah, Bono, Bono East, Ahafo, Oti, Volta, Western North, Western, Central and Eastern Regions.

How To Apply For The Job

Applicants must show evidence of completion of National Service. Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director
Fisheries Commission
P.O.BOX GP 630
ACcra - Ghana

Applications should be marked indicating vacancies A - F respectively

Closing Date: 17 April, 2021