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We’re looking for an individual with aquaculture, environmental science, environmental management or related experience who wants to make a difference for nature and people. The Lake Tanganyika Sustainable Development and Aquaculture Specialist will play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable aquaculture practices and promoting the conservation of Lake Tanganyika's unique freshwater ecosystem. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a highly motivated, capable individual interested in joining the world’s leading conservation organization!

The main roles and responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:

• Support development and promotion of Lake Tanganyika-wide sustainable aquaculture guidelines and best practices.
• Work with riparian governments and regional management bodies to ratify and utilize Lake Tanganyika-wide aquaculture protocols.
• Advocate for regional and national policies that support sustainable development and conservation on Lake Tanganyika
• Collaborate with regional and national policymakers to develop and implement strategies for sustainable management of aquaculture in the Lake Tanganyika Basin
• Work with academics, research institutes, and other mandated institutions to conduct advanced aquaculture site suitability mapping, aquaculture site assessment, and environmental/socioeconomic monitoring of aquaculture initiatives ensuring compliance with environmental standards, aquaculture guidelines and protocols and regulations.
• Track emerging issues of fisheries and freshwater-related development projects and help mitigate risks to ensure biodiversity and fisheries threats are managed.
• Proactively engage with private sector, riparian governments, and Lake Tanganyika Authority to assist with siting and design standards of compatible freshwater-related development projects.
• Assist the Lake Tanganyika Program develop collaborations and partnership with riparian governments, regional management bodies, the private sector, and other non-governmental organizations.
• Expand our ongoing partnerships on the ground and help with capacity building efforts in local communities, including fisheries value chains.
• Support and advocate for scientific research on impacts of aquaculture on Key Biodiversity Areas and other critical habitat areas.
• Represent the Lake Tanganyika Program in meetings, forums and advisory panels related to freshwater conservation, sustainable development, and aquaculture management.