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• Conduct comprehensive analysis of VMS software usage, managing user access privileges and enforcing access control to safeguard critical data.
• Track and monitor data uploads to the Fisheries Management System (FMS) database, developing and implementing new queries for analyzing industrial and artisanal fisheries datasets.
• Investigate and resolve data discrepancies, ensuring data integrity, availability, and credibility, which is essential for identifying and addressing IUU fishing activities.
• Prepare preoperational analysis before joint patrols during closed seasons and other initiatives aimed at curbing illegal fishing.
• Provide hands-on training to Member States on data presentation techniques, engaging with partners to combat IUU fishing through advanced IT strategies.
• Assist in the preparation and coordination of regional fisheries surveillance operations, utilizing IT expertise to optimize planning, deployment, and execution, thereby enhancing operational effectiveness.

• Collaborate with business teams to establish needs and assist local fishermen in developing procedures and policies for sustainable fishing.
• Ensure the implementation of social audit recommendations and assist industry players in meeting MSC and FIP requirements.
• Provide observer and crew training and support the implementation of Thai Union’s Vessel Code of Conduct.
• Work with the fishing industry to develop contracts and business development policies.

• Installed and maintained VMS software and transponders, building VMS monitoring stations (NOC).
• Provided VMS Helpdesk support, resolving issues and ensuring system reliability.
• Supported the development and maintenance of VMS monitoring infrastructure.VMS Support and maintenance

• Manage buoys and collected BIOFAD data, analyzing results and identifying patterns and trends.
• Report findings to stakeholders and established rules for data sharing and analysis processes.
• Provide skipper training on BIOFAD usage and sustainability practices.
• Building of biodegradable FADs (BIOFAD)

TEMA

• Managed VMS/EMS (CLS/Thalos/Satlink) installations and monitor buoys, analyzing VMS transponder and buoys data.
• Perform daily system monitoring and ensured the integrity of systems onshore and offshore.
• Install and configure communications equipment, resolved hardware and software errors, and provided training for staff and clients.
• Conduct oceanographic information analysis, performance tuning and resource optimization to aid fishing and operational efforts.
• Analyse fisheries data to develop trend maps that aid in effective, sustainable fishing to reduce the use of FAD.

Ghana

• Monitor the performance of network applications, devices, and services
• Report on maintenance checks and any recent issues and solutions
• Collaborate with senior NOC engineers on more complex and critical issues
• Document network configurations and diagnostics
• Conduct routine network maintenance checks

Accra

• Prepared and graded exam scripts, assisted with computer systems networking, and set up labs for practical sessions.
• Provided tutorials on programming languages and supported students in mastering computer systems networking concepts.

Accra

• Addressed user tickets related to hardware, software, and networking issues, providing remote troubleshooting support.
• Guided users through installing applications and peripherals, and customized desktop applications to meet specific needs.
• Recorded technical issues and solutions in logs, followed up with clients to ensure system functionality, and helped create technical documentation.