YFA Job Opening: General Manager

Friday, October 11, 2024

Yap Fishing Authority Board of Directors would like to inform the general public that they are hiring for the position of General Manager.

YFA is an agency of the government of the State of Yap established by law to promote, develop, and support the commercial utilization of living marine resources within the State of Yap. It is run under the policy direction of a Board of Directors. The duties and powers of the Authority as established by law are to provide guidance to the State Government in established marine resources development policy; to adopt and enforce rules and regulations concerning its operation and the exploitation of living marine resources as permitted by law; to serve as a conduit pilot fishing operation and to participate in large-scale commercial fishing, including joint ventures, and related activities which are not suitable for investment in the private sector; and to establish and support programs to promote, support, and guide fishing cooperative associations.

This applicant to this position is expected to have knowledge and experience in fisheries in Pacific island states, as well as business management and business planning. The person is expected to provide hands-on leadership that will guide the authority's staff and ensure efficiency of operation and the use of the limited resources of the authority. The holder of the position is directly responsible to the Board of Directors of the Authority for the operation and implementation of approved programs and activities and the financial management of the Authority.

Compensation: The salary is negotiable and will be based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.

Closing of announcement: UNTIL FILLED

If you are interested, please stop by the YFA office to pick up an application. For more information or clarification, please call YFA at 350-2185/2224.