Fisheries Analyst, IPIU

About the role

CARICOM IMPACS, established by Heads of Government, is recruiting a Fisheries Analyst for its Integrated Project Implementation Unit (IPIU) at the Regional Intelligence Fusion Centre (RIFC) in Trinidad and Tobago. The project, funded by the US Department of State, aims to strengthen fisheries governance, maritime domain awareness and regional cooperation against fisheries crime. The analyst contributes to intelligence gathering, analysis and capacity building, and reports to the Project Manager, IPIU and the Environmental Crimes Lead.

Key responsibilities

• Research fisheries resources, production, trade and market trends, and prepare technical recommendations on fisheries governance
• Analyse fisheries data on illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing and fisheries crime, and maintain fisheries databases and analytical systems
• Monitor fishing vessel movements and assess the impact of environmental crimes on fisheries management
• Support the development and review of fisheries policies, strategies and action plans, and identify regulatory loopholes
• Contribute to policy briefs, position papers, technical submissions and intelligence reports
• Engage with maritime authorities, coast guards, customs, police, port authorities and fisheries authorities, and coordinate consultations and meetings under the project
• Prepare reports, presentations and briefing documents, and maintain intelligence records and databases

Required profile

• Master's degree in Marine Resource Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development or a related field, or a Bachelor's degree in a life sciences or environmental science field
• At least three years of professional experience in fisheries research, fisheries management or environmental management
• Experience with law enforcement, fisheries authorities, environmental regulators or donor-funded projects
• Experience in policy research, analytical reporting and evidence-based recommendations
• Knowledge of IUU fishing, UNCLOS and Caribbean maritime governance is an asset; fieldwork and travel within the region are required

Required skills

• Microsoft Office Suite and statistical applications (e.g. I2, link analysis) are an asset
• ArcGIS and geospatial intelligence tools are an asset
• Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills

Applications, including nationality, work experience, education, skills summary and three professional references, must be submitted by 30 November 2026 through the CARICOM IMPACS internal vacancies channel; online applications are strongly encouraged.