Location
Jakarta, Indonesia
Duration
This is a 1-year fixed term position with full benefits and the possibility of extension.
Application Instructions
Program Overview
The ocean is the lifeblood of our planet. It moderates the climate, is foundational to the livelihoods and wellbeing of billions, and is key to global food security and nutrition. Yet climate change and overexploitation are rapidly threatening the ocean’s ability to act as a foundational system for a thriving world, and these pressures are accelerating faster than existing policies and management systems can respond, putting at risk the ocean’s ability to sustain both people and the planet.
That’s why EDF Oceans creates transformative, incentive-aligning solutions that leverage a vibrant ocean to support people and nature. By harnessing policy and market-based tools that reward stewardship and sustainable use, our interdisciplinary team of scientists, economists, policy experts, and practitioners work to revolutionize ocean systems at scale and improve the health of the planet and the lives of billions of people. From advancing ocean-based climate innovations to supporting ocean-reliant communities in building long-term resilience to reforming fisheries management worldwide, we apply rigorous science and pragmatic economics to advance durable policies, market-based tools, and forward-looking strategies that unlock large-scale impact — ensuring a vibrant ocean is the cornerstone of a healthy planet and resilient communities.
Overall Function
The Senior Specialist, Fisheries Traceability, is responsible for strengthening EDF’s partnership with private-sector stakeholders to support sustainable management of Indonesia’s fisheries. With a focus on the Blue Swimming Crab (BSC) fishery, they will work with stakeholders to build and strengthen end-to-end traceability systems; ensure compliance with industry quality standards and national and international regulations; and optimize fisheries supply chain governance. They will foster collaboration among industry stakeholders, fishers, government agencies, and certification bodies to incentivize environmentally responsible and sustainable fishing practices. The Senior Specialist reports to the Director, Indonesia Fisheries & Oceans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a traceability system for BSC fishery that covers the entire supply chain, from the point of capture (fishers/vessels) and landing sites to mini-plants, fish processing units (UPI), and export channels.
- Integrate digital traceability standards to ensure transparency and compliance with domestic and international market regulations.
- Work with participating companies and plants to help them ensure that the entire BSC supply chain complies with export regulations and standards.
- Provide technical assistance and training to business operators, fishers, facilitators, mini-plants, and processing units on procedures for maintaining catch quality.
- Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries and provincial and regency marine and fisheries offices, as well as industry partners, associations, fisher community groups and other stakeholders to support effective program implementation..
- Facilitate programs to strengthen local institutions and develop productive partnerships with relevant players in the BSC supply chain.
- Periodically monitor the effectiveness of the traceability system and BSC supply chain operations.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on program performance and achievements, analyze field-level challenges, and provide strategic recommendations for improvement to management and relevant stakeholders.
- Represent EDF Indonesia in technical meetings, workshops, and stakeholder forums.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal teams to support successful project implementation.
- Share technical knowledge and lessons learned with colleagues and partners to strengthen implementation capacity and promote continuous improvement.
- Provide technical input to project proposals and reports as needed.
- Apply innovative problem-solving to complex programmatic, technical, and implementation challenges that may not have clear precedent, identify solutions and make recommendations for adjusting strategy as conditions evolve.
- Participate in advancing EDF’s organizational effectiveness and culture goals in which people from all backgrounds and experiences feel connected, included, and empowered to address the environmental and organizational challenges in alignment with EDF values.
- Perform other related duties as assigned in support of EDF Indonesia's fisheries program.
Qualifications
- A minimum of a bachelor’s degree (S1) in marine science, fisheries, or a related field, with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience in fisheries traceability and the fisheries industry. A Master's degree may substitute for up to 2 years of relevant experience.
- In-depth understanding and hands-on experience in BSC fishery management across the supply chain—from fishers and mini-plants to fish processing units (UPI)—and fisheries certifications strong preferred.
- Proficiency in digital and manual supply chain record-keeping systems, including those based on the principles of the Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP).
- Knowledge of national and international fisheries regulations and fish-processing quality standards.
- Experience developing digital fisheries traceability systems.
- Competence in fisheries data analysis, quality management, and value-chain mapping.
- Strong leadership skills, the ability to coordinate effectively with stakeholders, and excellent communication and reporting skills.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex projects, determine appropriate implementation approaches, and make sound decisions within organizational priorities, policies, and donor requirements.
- Demonstrated success establishing and managing partnerships with government agencies, implementing partners, academic institutions, community organizations, private sector actors, and other key stakeholders.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to advise, influence, and engage diverse audiences, deliver formal presentations, and facilitate technical and programmatic discussions with senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated self-awareness, cultural competency and inclusivity, and ability to work with colleagues and stakeholders across all cultures and backgrounds.
- Highly organized and adaptable, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize effectively under changing conditions and deadline pressure.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with project management or data management tools is an asset.
- Willingness and ability to travel (up to 30% time) within Indonesia and internationally as needed.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English.