Field Technical Coordinator

Coordinates field implementation of fisheries and aquaculture activities for cyclone-affected inland fishers in Sri Lanka, including cages, stocking, training and monitoring.

Department: FAO Representation in Sri Lanka

• Support field implementation and oversee installation of cages and barricade nets
• Provide technical guidance on aquaculture practices with DAEO and AEO counterparts
• Coordinate fish seed stocking with NAQDA and communities
• Organise and support training for fishers and community-based fisheries organisations
• Monitor field activities and report progress
• Maintain technical field records, training reports, photographs and consent forms
• Ensure adherence to environmental and social safeguards
• Liaise with district fisheries offices and communities

• University degree in agriculture, aquaculture, fisheries or a related field
• Minimum four years of project coordination experience, including at least two years in aquaculture or fisheries-related projects
• Working knowledge of English and Sinhala or Tamil
• Nationality of Sri Lanka

• Two positions are advertised
• Based in Trincomalee and Ampara districts
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted