WorldFish, an international non-profit research and innovation organization, aims to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty in Africa, Asia, and the Pacific through sustainable fisheries and aquaculture. As a key partner in the One CGIAR network, WorldFish actively supports transformative changes in food, land, and water systems, with a focus on addressing climate change challenges. We are currently seeking interests for the WorldFish Board of Trustees, a vital role in shaping our organization and ensuring its success. We are looking for qualified individuals to join our governance team, contribute their expertise, and make a meaningful impact on improving livelihoods and food security.
WHAT WE ARE SEEKING
WorldFish is seeking to appoint up to two (02) WorldFish Trustees for an initial term of up to three years. The preferred commencement for the selected appointees is June or July 2024.
WorldFish values diversity and inclusivity as catalysts for innovation, excellence, and achieving our mission of advancing sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and global food security. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, embracing diverse cultures, races, colors, religions, genders, national or regional origins, ages, disability statuses, sexual orientations, and gender identities to join us in contributing their unique perspectives.
Candidates with origin, experiences, and work environments from the following regions where WorldFish operates are strongly encouraged to apply:
East & Southern Africa West & Central Africa South Asia Southeast Asia & the Pacific Central & West Asia & North AfricaRequirements
To identify a suitable candidate to join the WorldFish Board of Trustees, consideration will be given to the following focus:
1. Financial Acumen and Industry Experience:
Solid financial acumen and comprehensive understanding of financial management principles. Background in international development, sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, natural resources, research, policymaking, social science, economics, value chain management, or related fields.2. Previous Board Experience:
Experience on reputable global organization boards or committees. Ability to provide valuable insights and contribute to strategic decision-making.3. Professional Qualifications:
Relevant professional qualifications in business administration, compliance, auditing, accounting, or finance. Qualifications in sustainable fisheries, aquaculture, and production; and/or environmental sustainability, climate change, and policy. Continuous professional development in related field.4. Governance, Risk, Ethics, and Legal Compliance Experience:
Proficiency in governance, risk management, ethics, legal, and compliance matters. Strong understanding of the regulatory landscape and adherence to ethical standards.5. Digital and Data Experience:
6. Experience, Expertise, and Network:
Minimum of 10 years of professional expertise in a relevant field including, but not limited to, Aquatic Food Resources, Aquatic and Marine Resource Management; Climate Resilience and Environment, Aquatic Food Systems Science, Strategic Business Investments and Innovation, International Development, Nutrition and Food Security, and Sustainable Finance. Track record of achievements and contributions to the public or private sector, NGOs, or academia, leading to opportunities to tap one\u2019s network. Innovative and forward-thinking and ready to take on an empowering culture of success.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications 24:00 (MYT) 05 April 2024. Applications should be sent via email to the WorldFish Board Secretariat through Renei Ng at R.Ng@cgiar.org
Please include the following required documents:
One-Page Cover Letter \u2014 include interested individual\u2019s name, contact details, and a brief summary of main areas of expertise, experience, and suitability for a WorldFish Board of Trustees role based on the specified competencies. Full Curriculum Vitae (CV); and Names and current contact information of 2-3 referees that may be contacted to provide a diverse view of your suitability to serve in this role.The screening will startย immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for WorldFish positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
WorldFish has 7 offices across Asia, Africa and the Pacific, with more than 400 staff and 27 nationalities who contribute to a dynamic multicultural work environment.
WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion is valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.
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