Extension Officer (Fisheries)
ふきゅうしどういん（すいさんぎょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that disseminates and instructs fishermen and fishery operators on the latest production technologies and resource management methods.
Description
Extension Officers (Fisheries) are affiliated with local governments or fishery guidance centers, disseminating and instructing fishermen and aquaculture operators on production technologies and resource management methods. They promote sustainable fisheries through on-site demonstrations, holding training sessions, surveys and analysis of fishing grounds and aquaculture sites, technical consultations, and support for subsidy applications. They collaborate with government agencies, research institutions, fishery organizations, etc., and are required to perform technology transfer tailored to local conditions.
Future Outlook
Amid advances in the sustainable use of fishery resources and the sophistication of aquaculture technology, demand for extension officers remains stable, and the value of personnel with knowledge of ICT and environmental conservation technologies increases.
Personality Traits
Good at explaining / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or spirit of inquiry / Has patience / Has sociability
Work Style
Business Trip Guidance / Flexitime System / Local Government Employee / Outdoor Work / Seminar and Training Hosting
Career Path
Junior Extension Officer → Extension Officer → Chief Extension Officer / Unit Chief → Center Director / Assistant Section Chief → Fisheries Section Chief / Research Position
Required Skills
Aquaculture Equipment Operation and Management / Communication Skills / Data Analysis / Fisheries Science / Guidance and Training Operations
Recommended Skills
Application Form Preparation / GIS and Remote Sensing Basics / Presentation Skills / Reading English Literature / Utilization of Fishery-Related IT Tools
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because it is necessary to build trust with fishermen and convey technology in an easy-to-understand manner. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously learn new aquaculture methods, fishing techniques, and resource management approaches. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because there is a lot of outdoor work and work on fishing boats, physical stamina is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Because the ability to plan and coordinate training sessions and demonstration experiments is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because technical support tailored to on-site issues is provided. |
Aliases
- Fisheries Extension Officer
- Fishery Extension Worker
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