About the Organization:
WorldFish is an international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish and other aquatic foods for their livelihoods and nutrition. Our work in countries advances progress on multiple 2030 Sustainable Development Goals through science and innovation, with a vision of healthy people, healthy planet and shared prosperity.
Background of the project
In June 2023, WorldFish has partnered with the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Cairo to initiate Center for Renewable Energy in Aquaculture (CeREA) project. A 4-year groundbreaking initiative to refine, test, and scale innovative renewable energy solutions that enable 5,000 fish producers, processors, and other fish value chain actors in Egypt to increase their productivity and incomes, leading to improved food and nutrition security, reduced food waste and loss, and more energy-efficient and climate-smart food value chains. More information about the project visit: https://worldfishcenter.org/project/center-renewable-energy-aquaculture-cerea.
Objectives:
WorldFish seeks to hire a senior expert on scaling of Aquaculture innovations to guide evidence-based scaling plans for CeREA’s top innovations, enabling their replication, financing, and institutionalization across Egypt’s aquaculture sector.
The specific objectives of the study are as follows:
Scope of Work:
The consultant will begin with a desk review of key project documents, including the logical framework, factsheets, reports, and other relevant materials, to gain a clear understanding of the project’s outputs, outcomes and expected impacts. The consultant will work closely with WorldFish staff and project consultants to ensure coordination, consistency, and alignment throughout the assignment.
The consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:
All outputs from the tasks above will contribute to the development of validated scaling roadmaps, pathstor briefs, and a synthesis report. The consultant will maintain regular communication with the CeREA coordination team to ensure alignment with program objectives.
Requirements
Location and Duration:
How to Apply
Interested consultant/(s) are invited to submit the following information online by the latest 30 November 2025:
The screening will start as soon as possible and will continue until the position is filled. Only selected consultant candidates will be contacted.
Our Gender, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
Over 40% of WorldFish staff is women with some 30 nationalities represented and contributing to its dynamic multicultural work environment. WorldFish is committed to promoting a work environment where diversity and inclusion are valued and we seek to have gender balance in the organization. We aim to also seek balance across other diversity dimensions.
People in WorldFish are treated equally irrespective of gender, ethnicity/race, national or social origin, disability, religion, political affiliation, age, family size, marital status or any other form of personal identity.
We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from developing nations to apply.
“WorldFish is a leading international research organization working to transform aquatic food systems to reduce hunger, malnutrition, and poverty. It collaborates with international, regional, and national partners to co-develop and deliver scientific innovations, evidence for policy, and knowledge to enable equitable and inclusive impact for millions who depend on fish for their livelihoods. As a member of CGIAR, WorldFish contributes to building a food- and nutrition-secure future and restoring natural resources. Headquartered in Penang, Malaysia, with country offices across Africa, Asia, and the Pacific, WorldFish strives to create resilient and inclusive food systems for shared prosperity.
