Fisherman

Job Description Position: Fishery Expert Designation: Fishery Expert (Aquaculture/Fisheries Management) Location: Bihar Organization: Samvedna Development Society Experience: 2-3 years Education: Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, or related field Salary Package: 4-6 LPA Job Overview: Samvedna Development Society is seeking qualified Fishery Experts to support and strengthen sustainable fisheries and aquaculture-based livelihoods in Bihar. The positions are part of a state-level initiative in collaboration with key stakeholders to improve productivity, enhance market linkages, and promote sustainable aquatic resource management across rural clusters. The selected candidates will work closely with district-level institutions, farmer producer groups, and rural communities to implement field-level interventions and provide technical expertise in fisheries, aquaculture, and resource conservation. Role Overview: We are looking for dynamic professionals with hands-on experience in fisheries management or aquaculture operations to support district-level interventions across Nalanda, Muzaffarpur, Purnia, and Saharsa. The role involves designing and executing fishery-based livelihood models, capacity building of local stakeholders, technical support, and monitoring of project outcomes. Key Responsibilities: - Provide technical assistance and guidance to fish farmers, cooperatives, and SHGs involved in aquaculture and inland fisheries. - Support the implementation of fisheries-related livelihood models in collaboration with local stakeholders. - Conduct field visits to assess and monitor pond health, water quality, species selection, stocking density, feed management, and harvesting. - Facilitate training programs and capacity building workshops for fish farmers and field facilitators. - Assist in developing site-specific aquaculture models and management plans. - Document field learnings, success stories, and case studies for reporting and knowledge dissemination. - Provide support in linking farmers to input suppliers and market players. - Coordinate with local government departments and resource institutions for convergence and technical support. Qualifications and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Fisheries Science, Aquaculture, Marine Biology, or a closely related field. - 2-3 years of experience in fisheries/aquaculture project implementation, research, or development sector. - Practical knowledge of aquaculture practices, water management, disease control, and fish nutrition. - Good understanding of rural livelihoods and community-based models. - Strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination skills. - Willingness to travel frequently to rural project locations. - Proficiency in local language (Hindi and regional dialects) will be preferred.