Job Posting: 22 April 2026
Closure Date: 7 May 2026, 12:59 AM
Organizational Unit: FNLEB – FAO Representation in Lebanon
Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
Grade Level: N/A
Primary Location: Beirut, Lebanon
Duration: 12 months, renewable
Post Number: N/A
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FAO is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, background and culture. Qualified female applicants, qualified nationals of non- and under-represented Members, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Everyone who works for FAO is required to adhere to the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct and to uphold FAO’s values. As a Specialized Agency of the United Nations, FAO has a zero-tolerance policy for conduct that is incompatible with its status, objectives and mandate, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality. FAO’s commitment to environmental sustainability is integral to its strategic objectives and operations.
Organizational Setting
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda through the FAO Strategic Framework by supporting the transformation towards more efficient, inclusive, resilient and sustainable agrifood systems, for better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life, leaving no one behind.
FAO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger. With 195 Members and operations in more than 130 countries, the Organization works to achieve food security and ensure that people have regular access to sufficient, safe and high-quality food. FAO Country Offices operate under the Strategic Framework, providing policy advice, technical support, capacity development and core services in line with international standards of accountability.
FAO has been working in Lebanon since 1977. Its project portfolio in the country has expanded in response to multiple crises and focuses largely on supporting farmers, fishers and their organizations to build resilience, improve market access and promote the sustainable management of natural resources. FAO Lebanon is currently supporting national efforts to strengthen sustainable agricultural development, food security and rural livelihoods. Within this context, the Fisheries Analyst will support fisheries development and management projects through technical analysis and operational support under the guidance of the Fisheries Technical Coordinator.
Reporting Lines
Under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative, and the direct supervision of the Fisheries Technical Coordinator, and in close coordination with other units and colleagues in the office, the incumbent will support FAO Lebanon’s fisheries and aquaculture portfolio.
Technical Focus
The Fisheries Analyst will provide technical, analytical and implementation support to FAO Lebanon’s fisheries and aquaculture programme under the direct supervision of the Fisheries Technical Coordinator. The role combines desk-based analysis and field engagement. From the office, the Analyst will compile and process fisheries sector data, prepare technical reports and situation analyses, and maintain project documentation. In the field, the Analyst will engage directly with fishing cooperatives, artisanal fishing communities, fishing households and aquaculture project sites, collecting field evidence that informs planning, implementation and reporting.
The position covers aquaculture development, fishing community engagement, fisheries sector analysis and project implementation support across several concurrent projects. The selected candidate will therefore need to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously and adapt priorities under the direction of the Fisheries Technical Coordinator.
Tasks and Responsibilities
The incumbent will carry out the following tasks:
- Compile and analyse fisheries sector data from multiple sources and support the preparation of value chain analyses, market assessments and situation analyses, tracking sector trends and producing technical reports and briefing notes for the Fisheries Technical Coordinator and Programme Leader.
- Contribute technical fisheries data and analytical inputs to FAO Lebanon’s corporate reporting requirements, donor reports and knowledge products, ensuring accurate and timely evidence across the fisheries portfolio.
- Support the design, planning and monitoring of aquaculture interventions, contributing technical inputs to activity plans, procurement specifications and implementation schedules in coordination with the Fisheries Technical Coordinator and the operations unit.
- Conduct field monitoring visits to aquaculture project sites, assessing production performance, health status, feed management and infrastructure condition, and document findings while flagging implementation constraints to the Fisheries Technical Coordinator.
- Support the Fisheries Technical Coordinator in delivering technical guidance to aquaculture producers on good aquaculture practices, including species selection, stocking density, water quality management and post-harvest handling, and contribute to the development of training materials and technical guidelines.
- Engage directly with fishing cooperatives, artisanal fishing communities and fishing households, facilitating project delivery, participating in meetings and workshops, supporting beneficiary identification and registration, and assisting with training and capacity-building activities.
- Liaise with the Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Agriculture and with other national counterparts at the operational level, facilitating information exchange, coordinating field activities and supporting compliance with national regulatory frameworks.
- Support the day-to-day implementation of fisheries and aquaculture activities across concurrent projects, contributing to workplan monitoring, activity tracking and progress documentation.
- Support procurement and logistics for fisheries project inputs, including aquaculture equipment, fishing gear, feed stocks, training materials and other goods and services, while maintaining accurate records of activities, beneficiaries and implementation documentation.
- Assist in the preparation and regular updating of project workplans, activity schedules and procurement plans in coordination with the Fisheries Technical Coordinator and the operations unit.
- Support monitoring of implementation progress against approved workplans and budgets, flag bottlenecks and risks, and assist in maintaining implementation records across concurrent projects.
- Assist in coordinating with implementing partners, service providers and field teams, preparing records of coordination meetings and following up on action points as directed.
- Assist in the preparation of donor progress reports, project financial reports and internal monitoring documents, compiling data and drafting sections as requested.
- Assist the Fisheries Technical Coordinator in compiling fisheries sector data and evidence for proposal writing, including documentation of fisheries co-benefits such as climate resilience, biodiversity and ecosystem services.
- Maintain and operate monitoring and data management systems for the fisheries portfolio using digital data collection tools, and document lessons learned, good practices and field evidence for knowledge-sharing purposes.
- Participate in project review and internal coordination meetings as directed by the Fisheries Technical Coordinator, contributing implementation updates and supporting the preparation of meeting materials.
- Provide administrative support to the project, including scheduling, correspondence, filing, procurement-related support, preparation of contracts and purchase orders, and ensuring timely processing of all project-related administrative actions in close coordination with relevant FAO units.
- Perform any other related duties as required by the Fisheries Technical Coordinator.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marine Sciences, Fisheries Management, Aquaculture, Agricultural Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Rural Development, Business Administration, or a related field
- At least 5 years of relevant experience in fisheries or aquaculture development, natural resource management, agriculture development, or rural development, preferably in a coastal or inland fisheries context
- Working knowledge of English (Level C) and Arabic (Level C)
- National of Lebanon
FAO Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to prioritize tasks
- Communication skills
- Ability to work in a harmonious and effective way in a multicultural team
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors and colleagues
Technical/Functional Skills
- Technical knowledge of fisheries and aquaculture systems, including good aquaculture practices, sustainable fishing methods, fish health management, post-harvest handling and fisheries value chain dynamics, relevant to both marine and inland fisheries contexts
- Demonstrated ability to compile, process and analyse fisheries sector data from multiple sources, including landing surveys, cooperative records and field assessments, and to produce clear technical reports and analytical briefs
- Experience engaging directly with artisanal fishing communities, fishing cooperatives and aquaculture producers, with the interpersonal skills required to build trust, gather field intelligence and facilitate training and technical advisory activities
- Ability to support the design and monitoring of aquaculture interventions, including field monitoring of production performance, technical specifications for aquaculture inputs and documentation of monitoring findings with corrective action recommendations
- Experience supporting procurement and logistics processes for fisheries or aquaculture inputs, including technical specifications and verification of delivered goods
- Familiarity with FAO’s Code of Conduct for Responsible Fisheries, the ecosystem approach to fisheries (EAF) and relevant international fisheries governance frameworks
- Good organizational and self-management skills, with the ability to track progress and maintain documentation across multiple concurrent projects
- Good reporting and technical writing skills in English, and strong Arabic proficiency for community engagement in Lebanese coastal and inland fisheries areas
Selection Criteria
- Proven experience in supporting fisheries or aquaculture project implementation, including field monitoring, community engagement and technical reporting
- Proven experience in compiling and analysing fisheries sector data and producing structured technical reports or situation analyses
- Proven experience engaging directly with fishing cooperatives, artisanal fishing communities or aquaculture producers
- Proven experience supporting procurement or logistics for fisheries or aquaculture project inputs
- Familiarity with Mediterranean fisheries, Lebanon’s artisanal fishing sector and the Department of Fisheries is highly desirable
- Experience with digital data collection tools and GIS for fisheries monitoring is an asset
- Prior experience with FAO, UN agencies or NGOs is an asset
Additional Information
FAO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from institutions accredited or recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED). Any appointment will be subject to medical fitness certification, accreditation, residency or visa requirements and security clearances. FAO also promotes gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its workforce and international consultants.
How to Apply
- Visit the Jobs at FAO recruitment website and complete your online profile
- Ensure that your profile is accurate and complete, including employment records, academic qualifications and language skills
- Attach a letter of motivation to the online profile
- Once your profile is completed, submit your application
- Only applications received through the official FAO recruitment portal will be considered
- Incomplete applications will not be considered
- Applicants are encouraged to submit well before the deadline
- Candidates may be asked to provide performance assessments and authorization for verification of work history, character, education, military and police records where relevant to employment qualifications
- If support is needed, applicants may create a one-time registration with FAO’s client support team for assistance
