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The IFM is an international organisation, dedicated to the advancement of sustainable fisheries management. Membership is open to anyone with an interest in fish and fisheries, their proper management and conservation.

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About the IFM

Created in 1969 in the UK, the IFM is dedicated to the advancement of sustainable fisheries management. We are a non-profit organisation controlled by members and managed by an elected council.

Our members are fisheries managers from regulatory and research bodies, fishing and angling organisations, water companies, fish farms and educational institutions. We are represented at many levels within government and conservation bodies. We have branches in the UK and our own training/education system. We organise many events through the year, from national conferences to small branch visits.

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Fisheries Field Monitoring Accreditation Scheme

September 16th 2024

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Vacancies

Pitlochry or central Edinburgh

Scottish Fisheries Coordination Centre Manager

October 1st 2025

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Ballyshannon, Ireland

Research Officer – Acoustic Telemetry

October 10th 2025

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Ballyshannon, Ireland

Catchment Officer – Nature Based Solutions

October 10th 2025

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Stoke Climsland - Devon

Westcountry Rivers Trust – Exe Catchment Fisheries Officer

October 12th 2025

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Home Based

IFM Development Officer

October 24th 2025

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Wylands Farm Fishery, Battle

Tackle Shop Supervisor and Fishery/Maintenance Team Member

December 31st 2025

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Membership is open to anyone with an interest in fish and fisheries, their proper management and conservation. Benefits include training and qualification opportunities, events, publications, CPD, the Chartered Environmentalist qualification (C.Env), member discounts and more......

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