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Expression of Interest – Electronic Reporting Officer

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DEADLINE EXTENSION

June 30, 2018

 REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia’s National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Pacific Regional Oceanscape Program, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for an Electronic Reporting Officer based in Pohnpei, FSM. The E-Reporting Officer services include:

General Scope of Work

• Collaborate with relevant NORMA staff to coordinate vessel and observer on-board E-Reporting.
• Assist with development of procedures and processes in NORMA for timely and effective e-reporting.
• Ensuring that NORMA can readily import electronic observer data into their national NORMA database system in collaboration with NORMA IT and statistics staff.
• Assist with selection, training, monitoring, debriefing and coordinating of observers in e-reporting and related work.
• Install and provide usage tutorial of relevant software/computer programs onboard participating vessels .
• Ensuring ER portal is operating on a day-to-day basis including identifying and advising of faults with the system.
• Assist with inventory and maintenance of e-reporting software and equipment provided for that purpose.
• Engagement of fishing companies in e-reporting.
• Providing technical assistance to and monitoring of vessels using e-reporting including by maintaining regular communication with vessel operators and service providers.
• Assist to ensure that NORMA can readily import the e-reporting data into their national database system and that relevant staff can readily use ER applications and data to support their work.
• Assist with ER access authorization and facilitate flow and use of ER data.
• Reporting to NORMA on all ER activities as per NORMA reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with regional and national fisheries management agencies and partners in the region participating in trials and implementation of E-reporting.
• Other duties as may be assigned by NORMA.

Minimum Qualifications and Short-listing Criteria

• Bachelors Degree in computer science or related field. An Associates degree could be considered if extensive relevant professional experience is proven.
• 2 years relevant professional experience.
• Relevant IT skills/experience with android based devices, operating database systems, Microsoft Windows, MS Office products and Internet Browsers. Ability to install applications, undertake troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver in-house training and providing necessary guidance.
• Good written and oral communication skills, especially report writing.
• Proven ability to work independently and under limited supervision.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

• A general understanding of the technical aspects of E-Reporting.
• Experience working in Tuna fisheries sector and with Pacific Islands especially with Observer programs

 Remuneration

• Salary will range from $13,000 to $15,000 but be based on the Local Labor Market Payscale and/or depending on qualifications.
• This will be a 2-year full-time position under contract with FSM NORMA subject to renewal based on performance.

 Application

The FSM NORMA invites applicants to indicate their interest in providing the above-mentioned services by submitting electronic and/or hard copies of a) Letter of Interest, b) CV or resumé, c) support Degrees/Certificates and d) three 3 reference letters to NORMA no later than JUNE  08, 30, 2018.  Selection will be in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (January 2011 edition).  Full Terms of Reference (TOR) can be obtained from: NORMA, FSM National Government.  Attn: OKean Ehmes, PROP Coordinator, P.O Box PS-122, Pohnpei, FM 96941, Office Telephone: 691-320-2700/5181  Email: moria.joseph@norma.fm.  Copy to okean.ehmes@norma.fm.

Expression of Interest – National Food Inspector (s)

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

 The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia’s National Oceanic Resource Management Authority (NORMA) has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Pacific Regional Oceanscape Program, and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward FOUR  NATIONAL FOOD INSPECTORS based at the FSM Department of Health & Social Affairs (FSMDHSA) (ONE in Kosrae, FSM; ONE in Yap, FSM and TWO in Pohnpei, FSM) and reporting to the Head of National Food Safety Inspection Program or his designate. The National Food Inspector services include:

 GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK

• To provide regulatory inspection and certification services to fishing industry vessels and establishments within Federated States of Micronesia in accordance with the National Food Safety Act (PL 7-116), Subsidiary Food Safety Regulations, associated amendments, as well as the National Control Plan (NCP) and other Competent Authority (CA) System documents;
• To provide advice to other organizations with regard to the safety of fish and fishery products.
• Perform routine inspection of food facilities and vessels engaged in receiving, storing or preparation of food and food products for commercial import or export and recommend regarding the formal approval of establishments and vessels;
• To perform sampling and testing as required in the NCP and the National Monitoring Plan and Regulation
• Effective and accurate recording and reporting of CA official control activities;
• Enter ports of entry, detain and search vehicles/vessels at such port of entry and examine and take samples of articles and anything which is capable of being used for such preparation, packaging, storage, sale or conveyance;
• Collect evidence, samples of suspected food, obtaining statements and preparing reports;
• Act as witness in support of the charges against offenders of the National Food Safety Act and Regulations;
• Assist in developing and implementing training programs in Sanitation Management and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) for the food industry;
• Assist States with relevant education activities, surveys/investigations during outbreaks, conduct food inspections/recalls.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in food science, health, fisheries or related field. Associates Degree may be acceptable if proven extensive relevant experience.
• 2 years experience in food safety inspection, management, sanitation or related work
• Fluency in the English language.
• Good written and oral communication skills including basic computer skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and under limited supervision with strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to work outside conventional working hours.
• Good people skills
• Strong commitment to sanitation and hygiene.

The incumbent shall undergo one (1) year of field work to be administered by the CA Team Leader.  The incumbent must also attend, complete and pass the biennial national food safety and health certification training course and examination.

 DURATION and REMUNERATION

The position will be full-time for an initial two (2) year period. Salary will be based on the Local Labor Market Payscale and/or depending on qualifications under a Contract with FSM NORMA.

 APPLICATION

The FSM NORMA invites submissions by electronic and/or hard copies of a) Letter of Interest, b) CV or resumѐ, c) support Degrees/Certificates and d) 3 reference letters to NORMA no later than MAY 31, 2018 or until filled.  Selection will be in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrowers (January 2011 edition).  Full Terms of Reference (TOR) can be obtained from:

NORMA, FSM National Government

Attn: OKean Ehmes, PROP Coordinator

POBox 122, Pohnpei, FM 96941

Office Telephone: 691-320-2700/5181

Email: moria.joseph@norma.fm.  Copy to okean.ehmes@norma.fm