Education, practical experience, and training to address the capacity needs of PNA members. Opportunities are guided by the CDP Roadmap and the needs identified by the Parties. Applications are open year-round. However, take-ins are dependent on availability of trainers and funds.
Technical track
Skills for people working in the tuna industry
Technical assistance enhances the skills and knowledge of PNA national professionals currently working in a PNA National Fishery or other professions related and vital to the development of the tuna industry.
Technical Attachment
Placement with the PNA Office, or an exchange with another PNA member’s national fisheries through the Peer-to-Peer program, to build specific technical skills.
Apply for Technical AttachmentTechnical Internship
Practical experience for employees who have taken up a new position in fisheries. The CDP Fund Policy calls this the Professional Internship. PNA national fisheries staff are prioritized.
Apply for Technical InternshipShort-Term Training
The PNA Office advertises short-term trainings and workshops to the PNA members by Circular. Circulars for upcoming training will be shared here.
How technical training is selectedAcademic track
Support for further study
Academic assistance provides financial support to PNA national students and professionals furthering their studies in fields that are of importance in supporting the sustainable management of the PNA’s tuna industry.
Academic Studies
Support for PNA nationals pursuing higher education, with preference given to Masters or Doctorate degrees, in fields related to the CDP areas of focus or outlined in the CDP Roadmap.
Apply for Academic StudiesAcademic Internship
Preference is given to PNA national students pursuing Masters or Doctorate degrees. Placements are at the PNA Office, a PNA national fisheries, or another regional or international organization. There is no online application yet, so please contact the CDP team.
Ask about Academic InternshipsBeyond the PNA Office
Regional and international training
Regional and international trainings posted here cover fields and areas that are capacity needs for the PNA and its Office. We encourage PNA nationals to avail of these opportunities. The application process will be that of the regional or international institution.
For what the CDP Fund covers, read the CDP Fund Policy or contact the CDP team.
Opportunities from other institutions will be listed here when they are available.