- Laws of Fiji

Last Updated: 1 August 2021

(1) The Director shall—

(a)manage and control the affairs of the department responsible for fisheries;
(b)advise the Minister and Permanent Secretary on any matter relating to the conservation, management, development and sustainable use of fisheries resources and in relation to any of the functions, powers and responsibilities of the department;
(c)develop, coordinate and facilitate the implementation of national policy and strategies concerning fisheries conservation, management, development and sustainable use;
(d)manage and coordinate the conservation, management, development and sustainable use of fisheries resources;
(e)manage and coordinate monitoring, control and surveillance of fisheries activities;
(f)monitor and advise on international developments in fisheries matters and ensure the fulfilment of obligations of Fiji under international agreements;
(g)promote and facilitate fisheries research, training and education;
(h)promote and facilitate the development of fisheries management plans;
(i)identify and recommend the designation of marine protected areas;
(j)make recommendations relating to licensing to the Permanent Secretary; and
(k)exercise such other functions and authorities as may be prescribed in accordance with this Act.

(2) The Director may delegate any authority conferred by this Act to either of his or her deputy directors or a public officer of the Ministry.