Assistant Fisheries Economist & Market Analyst/ Fisheries Economist & Development Division (FSM National Oceanic Resource Management Authority) Pohnpei [open until filled]

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesian (FSM) seeks well qualified individuals to fill the position of Assistant Fisheries Economist & Market Analyst/ Fisheries Economist & Development Division, FSM National Government at the Office of National Oceanic Resource Management Authority.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Facilitate development and implementation of vessel day trading strategies in consultation with relevant partners and stakeholders.
• Thoroughly review regional and national reports on fisheries management and development.
• Utilize economic models to, inter alia, estimate catch values and profitability of fishing fleets. Use this analysis to input clear and relevant economic recommendations to NORMA management.
• Work with Senior Fisheries Economist to compile a set of economic indicators for the national tuna fisheries sector based on international standardized methodologies.
• Use these indicators for reporting obligations on economic information about the tuna sector to national, sub-regional, regional and international organizations.
• Undertake or assist with economic research activities in collaboration with SPC, FFA and PNAO as needed.
• Assist in providing economic analysis of fisheries development plans and other collaborative economic research activities as needed.
• Assist in preparing briefs for NORMA management for access negotiations with distant water fishing nations with analysis of catch values and profitability of fleets for comparison with proposed access charges.
• Assist in undertaking analysis of options to increase returns through pooling days with other PNA members and the use of tender or auction systems.
• Collect and collect operational and economic data on domestic and locally based fishing vessels on a regular basis.
• Analyze the economic contribution made by domestic and locally based vessels and develop recommendations on concessionary access fees and/or other public support.
• Review and contribute to recommendations on the feasibility, costs and benefits of (public and private) investment proposals in the tuna sector, including onshore developments.
• Assist in preparing reports to the NORMA Board, and other bodies on the economic aspects of the fishery and returns achieved.

• Assist in preparing monthly and other required reports for management.
• Assist the Senior Fisheries Economist to evaluate the economic impact of fisheries conservation proposals and declared Marine Protected Areas.
• Liaise closely with economists working for FFA and PNAO for mentoring and support.
• Assist with representing NORMA at relevant meetings to secure economic well-being of FSM in the fisheries sector.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or University with a degree in Economics or equivalent; Specialized training in modelling and other forms of economic analysis is desirable; Experience in fisheries and/ or Pacific Island administrations is desirable; Demonstrated economic analyst experience; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Excellent computer literacy; Experience in the public service and fisheries is desirable; Fluent in English (oral and written); Excellent attention to detail and process; Highly motivated, trustworthy and dependable; Honest and committed to work; Supportive and accountable to effective delivery of services to client.

Salary: A Salary range of $25,000 per annum depending on the qualification of the applicant.

To Apply: Submit resume or application by mail to the following addresses:

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today October 27, 2026 until filled.