Consultant for Fisheries Management Plans in Mtwara

About the role

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Tanzania Country Office is seeking a qualified consultant to support the development of management plans and bylaws for Collaborative Fisheries Management Areas (CFMAs) within the Mtwara Seascape (MNAMANA, MKINAI and MNASI). This short‑term consultancy will contribute to sustainable fisheries governance in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive management plans for each CFMA, incorporating ecological, social and economic considerations.
• Draft bylaws that align with national fisheries legislation and IUCN best practices.
• Facilitate stakeholder consultations with fishers, local authorities and community groups.
• Prepare technical reports, data summaries and recommendations for IUCN and government partners.
• Ensure all deliverables meet the quality standards outlined in the RFP (Reference IUCN-2026-July-P04809-003).

Required profile

• Proven experience in fisheries management, marine conservation or related fields.
• Familiarity with Tanzanian fisheries law and collaborative management frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently on consultancy assignments.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills.

Required skills

• Fisheries management planning
• Bylaw drafting and policy development

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence sustainable fisheries governance in a key coastal region.
• Collaboration with a leading international conservation organization.