Global Fishing Watch

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Location: Remote Who we are Global Fishing Watch is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing ocean governance through increased transparency of human activity at sea. By creating and publicly sharing map visualizations, data, and analysis tools, we aim to enable scientific research and transform the way our ocean is managed. We believe human activity at sea should be public knowledge to safeguard the global ocean for the common good of all. Background We are seeking a qualified fisheries Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) and legal expert to develop a comprehensive training module that will supplement our existing course on Applying Open Data and Technology for Effective MCS. The module will focus specifically on the use of vessel tracking data in legal proceedings and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing investigations. This new module will be integrated into our current capacity development program for fisheries enforcement officers, legal professionals, and compliance personnel working in marine resource management. Deliverables The consultant will deliver the following: • Development of a standalone training module (4-6 hours) covering the effective use of vessel tracking data, in fisheries enforcement and legal contexts. • A presentation of the training package given to Global Fishing Watch staff Module content requirements Detailed content areas will be developed to achieve the following learning objectives: After taking this module, trainees will be able to: • Recall example national regulatory frameworks governing the admissibility of electronic monitoring evidence • Understand the legal admissibility requirements for electronic monitoring evidence • Recognize general practices of data flow, from capture to storage and analysis. • Clarify general roles and responsibilities for data review and validation • Analyze tracking data to identify potential fishing violations (fishing, fishing-related activities such as transshipment) • Plan and manage a case - by collecting, preserving, and documenting vessel tracking data for investigations • Present tracking data evidence effectively in legal proceedings, highlighting key data components and competencies of personnel giving evidence. • Communicate in an accessible manner how vessel tracking systems work, when and why they should be relied upon and present key moments in time relative to violative behaviour to explain what a track shows Deliverable specifications Training materials • Training facilitator session plan: comprehensive teaching notes, timing guide, and facilitation tips • Participant workbook: containing exercises, templates, and written reference material • Presentation material: professional slide deck (Google Slides format) with speaker notes, content of both align with the written reference material in the participant workbook • Interactive exercises: 3-5 hands-on activities using sample cases • Assessment tools: knowledge check quiz questions • Resource library: a glossary, legal references, a quick reference guide for analysing vessel tracks, and additional reading material • Module pre-requisites: list of required prior knowledge, skills, or materials for participants Format requirements • Written in English using Google Workspace tools (Google Docs, Slides, etc) • Materials suitable for live in-person or virtual delivery • Modular approach to allow for flexible scheduling (half or full day option) • Culturally neutral and globally relevant content, with specific areas designed to be adapted for a culturally responsive delivery that is locally relevant • Professional layout and design consistent with adult learning principles, organisational brand guidelines, and existing course content The training module will be delivered by Global Fishing Watch staff and shared with trainees. Global Fishing Watch reserves full rights to developed materials. Consultant qualifications • University and/or professional qualification in fisheries enforcement or maritime law • Professional certification in adult learning Technical expertise required • Deep understanding of GPS or GNSS VMS AIS hardware and software systems • Knowledge of tracking data analysis tools and techniques • Experience in delivering investigative reports for prosecuting cases in court • Proven track record in designing and delivering capacity development and training courses Scope and timeline RFP response due: 10th October 2025 Vendor selection: 15th October 2025 Project kick off: 20th October 2025 First draft delivery: 15th November 2025 Review and feedback due: 30th November 2025 Revised materials delivered: 15th December 2025 Final deliverables: 31st December 2025 Submission requirements Interested parties should submit a proposal with a descriptive plan and budget via email as a Word or PDF attachment. The budget should be submitted in spreadsheet form. POC: Adel Heenan The proposal should consist of: • A CV and cover letter with requested education, and training credentials and a description of past fisheries MCS, and training experience • A list of all staff members working on the consultancy if more than one and their CVs • A narrative proposal outlining how the provider intends to fulfil the deliverables outlined in the previous section. This should include proposed content areas that will be covered. • A budget breakdown detailing the costs that includes: • number of working days, day rate and proposed work • A proposed schedule for deliverables that works within the timeline above, with timepoints for check-ins • Payment schedule tied to milestone deliverables Evaluation criteria Proposals will be evaluated based on the following weighted criteria • Relevant experience and qualifications (40%) • Technical Approach and content quality (30%) • Cost and value (20%) • Timeline and availability (10%) Submission deadline Proposals should be submitted by October 10, 2025 Additional information Future collaboration • potential for maintenance and update contract for second version • pilot delivery session with target audience feedback • train the trainer session for internal staff Equal Opportunities: Global Fishing Watch is an equal opportunities employer. Global Fishing Watch is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our organization and in the greater ocean management and conservation community. We believe that diverse backgrounds, skills, knowledge and viewpoints make us a stronger organization. Bringing together professionals who possess broad experiences and a spectrum of perspectives will enable us to reach our goal of improved ocean governance faster. We hire and promote qualified professionals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or parental status, national origin, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our organizational goals match the urgent challenges facing our global ocean, and our mission is designed to help secure a healthy ocean for all. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of humanity's diversity, by providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees of Global Fishing Watch and for our partners, vendors, suppliers and contractors.