Junior Project Officer (Jpo) in Aquaculture "I4Ag"

• Provide highest-quality technical monitoring of the project innovation trials on improving water quality and preventing disease in shrimp production;
• Perform a variety of tasks required for pilot models under the project, especially applying pond oxygenation & dissolved oxygen related to disease prevention in shrimp production;
• Work closely with private sector partners and Can Tho University to monitor and evaluate the practical testing of the "active oxygen" solutions in shrimp farms;
• Provide basic technical support to aquaculture farmers, assisting them in adopting sustainable practices;
• Work with technical teams on setting up trials, tests, or pilot projects;
• Organize, compile, and manage project data in databases and spreadsheets;
• Ensure data is collected accurately and systematically for analysis;
• Ensure all information and data records for the monitoring and evaluation of the project;
• Draft terms of reference and recruit short-term service providers;
• Assist in promoting awareness about sustainable aquaculture practices within local communities;
• Gather feedback from stakeholders to inform project improvements;
• Builds a network to relevant stakeholders, partners and the project team;
• Maintain a good flow of communication and information between all involved stakeholders;
• Provide other support if required.
Minimum requirements:
• University degree in aquaculture, environment science, biotechnology, water management or other relevant fields;
• At least 2 years practical experience in related fields of water management;
• Comprehensive knowledge of water management, shrimp aquaculture, waste treatment in aquaculture;
• Knowledgeable on impact of climate change, smart aquaculture, sustainable use of natural resources at community level, coastal ecosystems;
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work well in a team;
• Experience working in the Mekong Delta is a strong asset;
• Very strong knowledge of data monitoring, qualitative and quantitative analysis and reporting;
• Very good skills in English language, in speaking, reading and (report) writing, proficiency in MS Office.
GIZ is committed to create an appreciative work environment, irrespective of age, ethnic background and nationality, gender and gender identity, physical and mental abilities, religion and worldview, sexual orientation and social background. We ensure human resource processes live up to the diverse competencies and talents of all employees, as well as satisfy our performance expectations.
What we can offer to the successful candidates:
• Good working environment
• Competitive compensation and benefit packages such as contribution of all compulsory insurances, providing with the additional health care, the annual health check-up and the 24-hours accident insurance.
• Covering all travel expenses with travel allowances when traveling on business
• And good policy on training and development
• And policy on flexible working time
Interested qualified candidates are invited to send the GIZ Application Form in English, copies of relevant certificates and references, either by email or by post (to GIZ Office Hanoi, 6th Floor Hanoi Towers, 49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hanoi, Vietnam), before before 29th November 2024.
Note: Please state "Application for Junior Project Officer in Aquaculture_i4Ag" in the subject line or on the envelope. The short-listed candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks after the deadline. Telephone contact is not encouraged.
Please visit our page GIZ Viet Nam - Career Opportunities at [protected info] to download the GIZ Application Form.
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