Vacancy announcement: Arkaan Leadership & Innovation Hub seeks a Blue Economy Specialist for their operations in Mogadishu. This role falls within the Maritime sector and requires candidates with 3 - 4 years of relevant experience. The application deadline is Nov, 15 — early applications are encouraged.
Position Blue Economy Specialist
Project Accelerating Socio-Economic Development of Somalia – UNDP
Contract No. 10604217
Duty Station
Mogadishu
Reports to Innovation Hub Manager, UNDP Contract No. 10604217
Contract Period (12 months)
Contract Reference ARK/UNDP-10604217/TSC/09
Background
Arkaan Leadership and Innovation Hub has been contracted by UNDP Somalia to deliver integrated
entrepreneurship, skills development, digital platforms and Innovation Lab services across Banadir,
Southwest, Galmudug and Hirshabelle. The Project has three components: (1) business incubation,
acceleration and access to finance; (2) TVET and digital skills, including the Shaqo Abuur digital
employment platform; and (3) an Innovation Lab for green and blue economy businesses.
Purpose of the Position
The Blue Economy Specialist provides technical expertise on blue economy value chains, especially
fisheries, aquaculture and marine-based businesses, within the Innovation Lab.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Map blue economy value chains and opportunities (fisheries, fish processing, cold chain,
aquaculture, coastal tourism, marine services).
- Identify, screen and support blue economy ventures entering the Innovation Lab.
- Provide technical guidance on product quality, post-harvest handling, food safety and sustainable
fishing practices.
- Design and deliver blue economy training, demonstrations and field visits to coastal communities.
- Link blue economy ventures to markets, buyers, technical partners and finance.
- Prepare technical notes, case studies and inputs to Project reports.
Expected Outputs and Reporting
- Blue economy value chain mapping and opportunity brief.
- Technical support plans for blue economy ventures in the Lab.
- Training/field visit reports and monthly activity reports.
About Mogadishu
Mogadishu, known locally as Muqdisho, is the capital of Somalia and the country's largest city. It serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. The city hosts the headquarters of numerous UN agencies, international NGOs, and government institutions, offering diverse career opportunities for development and humanitarian professionals.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Shaqo Cusub • Shaqo Buuxda • Shaqo Muqdisho