Fishery Technical Expert (Aquaculture Specialist)

Fishery Technical Expert (Aquaculture Specialist)
Role Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Fishery Technical Expert to lead and optimize our aquaculture initiatives under the Machli Didi project. This role focuses on scientifically managing pond ecosystems, selecting appropriate fish species mixes, implementing feed protocols, and ensuring biosecurity and disease management across our integrated fishery operations. The candidate will play a vital role in driving sustainable fish production, enhancing livelihoods for SHG women, and ensuring high productivity from leased ponds. Key Responsibilities:

• Pond Preparation & Water Quality Management
• Guide pond redevelopment SOPs: liming, de-silting, slope, and inlet/outlet alignment.
• Monitor and maintain optimal water parameters (DO, pH, turbidity, temperature, ammonia, etc.).
• Advise on aeration systems or biofilters where required.
• Species Selection & Stocking Strategy
• Design a scientifically viable species mix (e.g., Rohu, Katla, Chitala, Mrigal, Magur) suited to local climatic and ecological conditions.
• Calculate and guide fingerling stocking densities per acre based on pond carrying capacity.
• Feed Management & Nutrition Planning
• Develop cost-effective and stage-specific feeding schedules using both floating and sinking feed.
• Optimize feed conversion ratio (FCR) and minimize feed wastage.
• Explore integration of natural feeding, azolla, and supplementary protein boosters.
• Disease Prevention & Health Management
• Conduct regular fish health assessments and implement biosecurity protocols.
• Diagnose and recommend treatment for bacterial, parasitic, or viral outbreaks.
• Maintain vaccination (where applicable) and medication schedules.
• Monitoring & Harvest Planning
• Track growth rates, survival percentages, and overall biomass development.
• Recommend partial or batch harvesting strategies to maximize profit and reduce stress on fish.
• Support the grading, sorting, and live transport of fish for retail and processing.
• Training & SHG Support
• Train SHG women and farm staff on best aquaculture practices (BAP) and pond hygiene.
• Translate complex fishery science into easy-to-follow local language instructions.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain logs on pond inputs, feed usage, mortality, and yields.
• Report monthly updates to project leads and contribute to internal audits or subsidy documentation.

Qualification:

• Preferred:
• Bachelor (B.F.Sc.) or Master (M.F.Sc.) degree in Fisheries Science or Aquaculture from a recognized university.
• Knowledge of freshwater aquaculture, hatchery cycles, and grow-out pond dynamics.
• Experience Required:
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in pond-based aquaculture or hatchery operations, preferably in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, or West Bengal.
• Strong practical exposure to integrated aquaculture and commercial fish production.
• Exceptional Freshers Welcome:
• Fresh graduates from reputed fisheries universities (e.g., CIFE, CIFRI, OUAT, SHUATS, BAU, or state agricultural universities) are welcome to apply, provided they demonstrate strong academic performance, internship experience, and willingness to work in rural field settings.

Preferred Attributes:

• Familiarity with government schemes (PMMSY, NFDB, BRLPS-JEEViKA) and aquaculture subsidy models.
• Experience working with SHGs, co-operatives, or rural women-led livelihood programs.
• Basic understanding of fish by-product value chain (Omega-3, fish meal, etc.).
• Proficiency in Hindi or local dialect (Maithili/Bhojpuri) will be an added advantage.

Location:
Devodhya Foundation Project Sites – primarily in Madhubani, Darbhanga, Muzaffarpur districts, Bihar.Employment Type:
Full-time, field-intensive with accommodation and project mobility support provided.Interested candidates may apply with their resume and a brief statement of interest to:
support@devodhya.com
+91-7260824499 (Ritika Shrivastava – Sr. Executive, CSR)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From ₹10,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person