FAO · 4 days ago
National Legal Expert in Fisheries
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expThe Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is enhancing its operations in Ukraine to provide technical and humanitarian assistance. The National Legal Expert in Fisheries will focus on legal and regulatory support for digital fisheries management systems, ensuring compliance with EU legislation and providing guidance to national authorities.
AgricultureFood ProcessingSecurity
Responsibilities
Provide expert and legal support in the implementation of the EU acquis in the field of fisheries and aquaculture
Participate in discussions of draft Acts and prepare reports and technical recommendations based on results
Contribute to work on comments and proposals from competent public authorities and irrelevant stakeholders to ensure the maximum level of incorporation of these proposals in the final draft Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding the Implementation of European Union Legislation in the Field of Fisheries”
Contribute, due regard to a prioritization made by national public authorities, to drafting regulatory frameworks to set up a legal base necessary for the proper implementation of the Law of Ukraine “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine Regarding the Implementation of European Union Legislation in the Field of Fisheries”
Support the drafting of legislation in the field of fisheries and aquaculture aimed at implementing the EU acquis, in particular Regulations 1380/2013, 1224/2009, 404/2011, 1005/2008, 1010/2009, 2017/2403, 1379/2013, 1004/2017 and 1143/2014 (upon request)
Support the development of by-laws to the Law of Ukraine «On ensuring the traceability of aquatic biological resources and/or products produced from aquatic biological resources», according to the government's priorities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in law, public administration, fisheries management, environmental policy, or related fields
At least 5 years of professional experience in legal advisory, regulatory review, or policy development, preferably in fisheries, natural resources, or public administration
Working knowledge (Level C) of Russian and Ukrainian
Intermediate knowledge (Level B) of English
National of Ukraine or resident of the country with valid work permit
Knowledge of national and EU legal frameworks regulating fisheries and aquaculture, including relevant EU regulations
Experience in legal analysis, policy assessment, and identifying regulatory gaps
Ability to draft comprehensive legal documents, including laws, regulations, and guidance for implementation
Strong analytical and research skills, with capacity to review complex legislative and policy materials
Excellent communication skills for advising authorities, stakeholders, and technical teams
Understanding of institutional frameworks and coordination with multiple government agencies
Proven experience in drafting legislation, regulations, or legal frameworks, ideally with alignment to EU norms or international standards
Company
FAO
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$10M2015-12-29Series Unknown· $10M
Leadership Team
Aurélie Shapiro
Chief Technical Advisor
Recent News
2025-12-18
2025-12-17
Business Ghana
2025-12-09
Company data provided by crunchbase