Assistant Secretary for Marine Resources (FSM Department of Resource & Development) Pohnpei [closing date: 3/9/2026]

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Assistant Secretary for Marine Resources
PL-42/1
$1,177.58 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $1,217.58 BW

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Resources & Development
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FSM 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Researches and localizes best practices/ measures and appropriate technology transfer for national implementation to prevent overfishing and destruction of marine habitats of biological and social significance and to ensure sustainable use of the FSM marine resources; Liaises and collaborates with national, state, and local governments, NGOs, CBOs, and other stakeholders to facilitate participatory approach to decision-making; Provides technical information in various areas of the marine resources sector to enhance informed policy decision-making; Facilitates and coordinates provision and implementation of national and international/technical assistance to support sustainable utilization of all FSM marine resources, including non-living resources such as sand and other seabed minerals; Responsible for overall coordination of activities of the Marine Division, writes and presents well-articulated/professional reports, strategic implementation plans, concept papers, and proposals as required and self-initiated; Implements policy actions for increasing FSM benefits through job creation, onshore investment and greater local participation throughout the fish value chain; and, performs other duties as required.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Marine Science or related field plus five (5) years of work experience in marine of which three (3) years must have been in supervisory or administrative capacity.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm