Overview
Support the coordination, implementation, and monitoring of the Action Framework for Accelerating Marine Spatial Planning (2025–2030) and associated MSP activities in the Western Pacific and adjacent areas.
Key Responsibilities
- Support implementation of the MSP Action Framework (2025–2030).
- Assist in translating the Action Framework into concrete regional, national and site level activities, and support their planning, implementation, and reporting.
- Assist in the development and implementation of the UN Decade Action 21: Accelerating Marine Spatial Planning in the Western Pacific.
- Provide administrative and technical support for the development and application of MSP tools, methodologies, and best practices.
- Support the design and delivery of regional and national MSP capacity-building activities.
- Prepare MSP-related guidance documents, technical briefs, communication materials, event reports and regular reporting.
- Draft MSP-related project proposals and concept notes for external funding and donor engagement.
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders, Member State focal points, experts, and implementing partners.
- Perform other functions as requested by the Head of the WESTPAC Office.
Required Experience
At least 5 years relevant experience in projects related to marine spatial planning, coastal zone management and ocean economy (preferable at international level). Proven experience in the organization of international events, and development of technical reports on marine spatial planning. Previous experience with UN agencies or international organizations would be an asset.
Qualifications
Advanced University Degree (or equivalent experience) in the field of ocean science, environmental sciences, ocean management or equivalent.
