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
1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.

5. Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Fisheries, Marine Science, Agribusiness or a related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in fisheries, marine or blue economy programmes or businesses.
• Knowledge of Somalia’s fisheries sector and coastal communities.
• Strong technical and communication skills; fluency in Somali and English.
6. Working Relationships
The Blue Economy Specialist reports to the Innovation Hub Manager and works closely with the Green
Economy Specialist, the Business Development Advisor and the Entrepreneurship & Incubation Lead.

 How to Apply: Send your CV and cover letter combined into a single PDF document to [email protected] no later than 12:00 PM (East Africa Time).
Sunday, 15 November 2026