Job Vacancy - Assistant Director – Fisheries Management Division

EA: FSM-027-26RI OPENING DATE: October 27, 2026 CLOSING DATE: November 10, 2026

EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT Office of Personnel Administration FSM National Government

P.O. Box PS-35 Palikir, Pohnpei, FM 96941 Tel: (691)320-2618/2642 Email: personnel@personnel.gov.fm

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Assistant Director – Fisheries Management Division
PL-42/1
$1,177.58 B/W + $40.00 Cola = $1,217.58

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade. Higher rates maybe authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA)
Division of Fisheries Compliance Services
FSM National Government
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM  96941

DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for overall operation of the Fisheries Management Division;
• Responsible for delivery of divisional requirements in the NORMA Strategic and Corporate Plans;
• Responsible for consolidation and management of all fisheries data relevant to NORMA;
• Ensure that reports and data analysis presented to NORMA management are well structured, complete and quality assured through collaboration with other Divisions;
• Lead delivery of expert advice to NORMA management on fisheries management related issues based on consultation and input from all other Divisions and relevant sources;
• Support NORMA management in fisheries access negotiations; Implement access agreements as agreed in negotiations by ensuring all regulations and procedures are followed;
• Liaise with foreign companies on matters relating to their agreement and permits; ensure legislation, regulation, policies, plans and procedures for FSM fisheries operations are up to date;
• Provide research, analysis and advice to NORMA management on current/new developments in fisheries management systems and schemes;
• Liaise with state and other federal agencies and stakeholders in relation to fisheries management and development;
• Represent FSM/NORMA at regional and international forums when required; Ensure that all regional/ international obligations are met by NORMA for FSM;
• Ensure that relevant stakeholders in FSM are consulted and aware of FSM’s national/regional/international obligations;
• Responsible for overall management of the of the VDA for FSM; Ensure licensing and management systems are continually reviewed and improved to maximize efficiency and effectiveness;
• Manage, account, report and reconcile fisheries revenue earned by NORMA for the FSM;
• Ensure NORMA is able to facilitate and effectively respond to periodic audits;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Fisheries Management, Natural Resource Management, Marine Studies, Environmental Studies, Economics or equivalent, specialized training and/or certification in various fisheries management and data systems is desirable plus five (5) years’ work experience in fisheries management and experience in Pacific Island administrations is desirable.

HOW TO APPLY:
Submit resume or application by mail/email to the following addresses: