International Affairs Policy Analyst – Global Fisheries

Job overview

The International Affairs Policy Analyst – Global Fisheries role is based in Silver Spring, MD, with flexibility for an approved hybrid or remote schedule. Compensation is not specified. @Orchard is pursuing a contract opportunity supporting NOAA’s Office of International Affairs, Trade, and Commerce; some international and domestic travel may be required. The analyst researches international fisheries and marine resource issues, prepares briefings and reports, coordinates interagency and international engagements, and provides subject matter expertise at meetings. The work supports U.S. policy efforts addressing illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing and the sustainability of global marine resources.

What you'll do

• Research and analyze illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, protected-species bycatch, shark conservation, and foreign compliance with international standards
• prepare briefing materials, talking points, and reports
• coordinate support for the biennial Report to Congress on Improving International Fisheries Management
• coordinate engagements with public, interagency partners, and foreign delegations
• attend international meetings, workshops, and conferences as an office representative.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

international affairs policy analyst

global fisheries

marine resource management

marine conservation

policy research

international coordination

noaa support

silver spring md

hybrid or remote flexibility

master’s degree required

five years’ experience

travel may be required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

A relevant master’s degree and at least five years of professional experience in international fisheries policy or marine resource management are required. Some international and domestic travel may be required.

About the employer

@Orchard is hiring for this role. Industry: Employment Placement Agencies. Sector: 56.