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Term of Reference (ToR) Consultant to develop a Report on the Status of IUU in the Coral Triangle Region
Posted on Oct 16, 2026
Date:
12 October 2026 Download : TOR IUU Consultant_12102026.pdf
Term of Reference
Consultant to develop a Report on the Status of IUU in the Coral Triangle Region
The Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries and Food Security (CTI-CFF) Regional Secretariat is looking for a qualified, experienced, and motivated consultant to develop a IUU status report for the Coral Triangle Countries. The consultant will be responsible for gathering comprehensive fisheries reports and resources data to assess the Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Score and IUU Fishing Index across the CT6 Countries. The consultant will facilitate a one-day workshop to discuss and update the IUU Fishing in the Coral Triangle Regional and develop a methodology and a final report for the assessing the status of IUU fishing and effectiveness of RPOA/NPOA IUU Fishing implementation.
Background
The Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries, and Food Security (CTI-CFF) is a multilateral partnership among six countries; Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Timor-Leste, committed to safeguarding the region’s unparalleled marine and coastal fisheries resources while supporting the livelihoods of coastal communities. Today, these important fisheries resources face increasing threats from climate change, pollution, overfishing, and other human-induced impacts, including environmental degradation. These challenges not only endanger the rich biodiversity of coral reefs and the biological diversity depended on it, including fisheries but, more importantly, jeopardize the livelihoods and food security of millions of people living in the Coral Triangle region.
Through the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries Management (EAFM) Technical Working Group, CTI-CFF continues to develop and implement fisheries management strategies that balance societal needs with ecosystem sustainability, ensuring the protection and conservation of marine resources for future generations. At the regional level, CTI-CFF prioritizes strengthening existing sub-regional collaborations and advancing transboundary actions to combat illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. A key component of this effort is the ongoing implementation of the Coastal Fisheries and Poverty Reduction Initiative (COASTFISH) regional framework, which aims to enhance coastal fisheries management and support community livelihoods.
Rational:
The Government of the United States of America is supporting the CTI-CFF illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing and enhance the management of marine biodiversity and fisheries resources across the Coral Triangle region. The initiative focuses on strengthening regional policy frameworks, empowering coastal communities and other interested parties, and enhancing long-term financing mechanisms to ensure the self-reliance and sustainability of fisheries, marine conservation, and biodiversity protection efforts across the six Coral Triangle member countries, through the EAFM Technical Working Group
The consultant will be engaged for producing a comprehensive report on the status of IUU in the Coral Triangle and the effectiveness of IUU Score and IUU Fishing Index implementation in CT6 Member Countries. The consultant will also collaborate with and the EAFM TWG other stakeholders such as RPOA-IUU, SEAFDEC and ATSEA to ensure an integrated assessment process.
1. Gather fisheries report and resources data to assess the status of Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Score and IUU Fishing Index across the CT6 Countries.
2. Assess the effectiveness of IUU Score and IUU Fishing Index implementation in CT6 Member Countries.
3. Produce a report on the status of IUU in CT6 Member Countries.
Scope of Work The consultant will undertake the following tasks:
Scope of Work The consultant will undertake the following tasks:
1. Assessment of RPOA/NPOA IUU Fishing Implementation
~ Develop a methodology to assess the effectiveness of RPOA/NPOA IUU Fishing implementation.
~ Utilize the workshop to collectively assess the NPOA IUU Fishing with CT6 representatives.
~ Prepare a comprehensive report on the findings of the assessment.
2. Reporting
~ Submit a final report summarizing the findings, IUU status and recommendations for improving IUU Fishing Index tracking and RPOA/NPOA implementation effectiveness.
Expected Deliverables
Engagement Period
The consultant will be engaged for maximum 10 days, as outlined in the deliverables and contract agreement with the CTI-CFF.
Competency Requirements
Competencies required for this Consultant position include:
1. Advanced degree in fisheries management, marine conservation, environmental science, or a related field.
2. Proven expertise in fisheries data analysis and IUU fishing policy assessments.
3. Experience working with multi-stakeholder initiatives in the Coral Triangle region.
4. Strong facilitation and communication skills, particularly in workshop settings.
5. Familiarity with the CTI-CFF framework and RPOA/NPOA implementation.
6. Familiarity with the framework of RPOA/NPOA- on IUU Fishing and its implementation.
Coordination and Reporting
The Consultant will report directly to the Deputy Executive Director of Program Services, CTI–CFF Regional Secretariat on expected deliverables and scope of work as outlined in the contract agreement with the CTI–CFF.
Submission of Application
1. Please submit your cover letter, CV, with at least three work references and scanned copies of certificates to: regional.secretariat@cticff.org and copy to christovel.rotinsulu@cticff-sct.org in the subject line of email <IUU Consultant> <Your Name> by COB October 28, 2026.
2. The position is subject to open competition regardless of race, color, gender, mother tongue, religion and beliefs, or national, ethnic, or social origin.
3. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.