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
PL-42/1: $1177.58 B/W + $40.00 Cola = $1217.58
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 Compliance Division;
Responsible for delivery of Divisional requirements in the NORMA Strategic and Corporate Plans;
Ensure that reports and data analyst presented to NORMA management are well structured, complete and quality assured through collaboration with other Divisions;
Ensure that FSM meets it Flag, Coastal and Port State responsibilities as well as other external obligation relating to fisheries compliance;
Ensure that Fisheries Compliance Division works to an approved MCS&E Strategy in line with NORMA policies and legal frameworks; ensure that the FCD operates according to approved Standard Operating Procedures, and staff have appropriate qualifications;
Provide high level technical advice on fisheries compliance matters to NORMA Management, other national government departments, and regional agencies;
Contribute to updating and development of appropriate laws and regulations to ensure they are practical to implement;
Ensure all national and regional fisheries compliance related systems and infrastructure are proving the required functionality for NORMA;
Ensure that the Administrative Penalty System is managed according to procedure;
Ensure that penalties used by MSW or NORMA paid directly to NORMA are held according to process and released or reimbursed as directed in collaboration with the Corporate Services Division;
Represent NORMA at national, regional and international forums when required;
Utilize effective collaboration with the fishing industry to ensure that rules and regulations are understood and complied with;
Ensure that NORMA meets the requirements for FSM Competent Authority with respect to IUU;
Ensure that NORMA’s Catch Documentation Scheme meets the specified standards;
Ensure that relationships with other government departments and agencies is strong to enable the best possible delivery of fisheries compliance service to the FSM;
Organize and convene the annual Fisheries Management and Surveillance Working Group in accordance with Title 24;
Implement regional, sub regional and international treaties and arrangement related to fisheries compliance;
And perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Public Service or related field plus five (5) years’ work experience in fisheries and/or Pacific Island Administration is desirable, two years must be in a supervisory capacity.
CONTACT
Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office or send your application to the following contacts:
National Oceanic Resource Management Authority PO Box PS 122 Pohnpei, FM 96941 Federated States of Micronesia Telephone: (691) 320-2700/5181 Fax: (691) 320-2383
