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Salary and Benefits

MVR 4,465 - MVR 8,200

Job Description

The Government of the Republic of Maldives through the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources is implementing Maldives –Transforming Fisheries Sector Management in South-West Indian Ocean Region and Maldives Project financed by the World Bank. The aim of the Project is to strengthen regional, evidence-based fisheries management in the South-West Indian Ocean Region and to improve competitiveness in the fisheries sector in the Maldives.   

As part of this project, the Ministry of Fisheries and Ocean Resources seeks an Individual for the position of Assistant Quarantine Officer. Selected candidate will be transferred to Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Welfare upon completion of one year of service.

Scope of service, Required Expertise & Qualifications, and Remuneration

The overall responsibilities of the Assistant Quarantine Officer include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Inspecting live animals, plant and plant parts imported via Velaana International Airport by cargo and luggage to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
2. Inspecting live animals, plants and plants parts imported via Velaana International Airport by cargo and luggage for any exotic pests and diseases.
3. To examine the certificates and other documents related to the importation of plants and animals’ consignment by air and sea.
4. Seize any animals, plants and plant parts which appears contravention of any provision of acts and regulations
5. Destruction of the animals, plants and plant parts infested by pests and diseases in accordance with the protocol defined by the act Inform the relevant section to collect samples if imported animals are suspected of having any infectious disease.
6. Maintain the records of importation of plants and animals by air and sea.
7. Attend the animals and plants kept under quarantine.
8. Attend the other works assigned by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal welfare

1. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
2. Completion of Secondary School Education (GCE O’ Level)
   1. Minimum 2 “E” passes in Secondary Exam or equivalent exam and minimum “C” grade in Dhivehi from “Secondary” or “Higher Secondary” exam OR
   2. MQA approved certificate level 3 certificate

The short-listed candidate will be requested to participate in personal interviews and submit the names and contact details of personal referees who can attest to their ability.

The successful candidate must understand the objectives and delivery mechanisms of the project. S/he must be willing to work in a team, be flexible to emerging or changing conditions, and undertake initiative to overcome challenges.

Requirements and Qualifications

Minimum Experience

Not Specified

Minimum Qualification

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Documents to Submit

Documents

• Expression of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Copy of National ID Card/Passport
• Accredited copies of Academic Qualifications
• Copies of Employment /Job reference letters

Other Information

Employment Types

• Full-Time
• Contract

Field of work

• Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Veterinary