FSM NORMA

21/08/2026

Delegates from Chuuk, Yap, Kosrae, and Pohnpei recently gathered in Kosrae under the Sleeping Lady mountain for the annual PROPER Project meeting.

Together, national and state leaders finalized a multi-year fisheries strategy to strengthen local economies, protect marine life, and streamline how community-backed ocean projects get done. Up next: tracking our progress in Chuuk this coming January!

Read the full story and view our gallery here: https://norma.fm/press-releases/fsm-delegates-gather-in-kosrae-to-align-multi-year-fisheries-strategy/

17/08/2026

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST — CONSULTING FIRMS

Consultancy Services to Strengthen the Legal Frameworks for Coastal Fisheries Management in the Federated States of Micronesia

The FSM Department of Resources & Development, with support from NORMA and the State Fisheries/Marine Departments, invites eligible consulting firms to express interest in a 14-month assignment to review and analyze gaps in the legal frameworks governing coastal fisheries across all four FSM states, and to develop draft legislation and management recommendations. The work is financed by the World Bank under the PROPER project and covers small boat registration and safety, community-based fisheries management, compliance and enforcement, and stakeholder consultation.

To learn more visit our website:

The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Pacific Islands Regional Oceanscape Program - Second Phase for Economic Resilience (PROPER) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

10/08/2026

Employment Opportunity - PNAO Chief Executive Officer

The Parties to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) invites applications from interested candidates to fill the vital role of CEO of the Parties to the Nauru Agreement Office (PNAO). The successful candidate will have exceptional and relevant skills and qualifications, including extensive experience in senior tuna management and commercial management roles, a strong focus on good governance, and the ability to lead and manage the Office in a business-like manner.

The CEO leads the PNAO, a globally recognized institution at the forefront of innovative fisheries governance and ocean resource management. The position is accountable to the Parties through a complex governance structure comprising senior officials, Ministers, and country leaders, requiring strong leadership, diplomacy, and stakeholder engagement.

Applications close Friday - September 11th, 2026

Learn more on our NORMA Website: https://norma.fm/opportunities/pnao-ceo/

06/08/2026

INVITATION TO QUOTE: SEA SAFETY PACKS

The FSM Department of Resources & Development, on behalf of the Chuuk State Department of Marine Resources and the Pohnpei State Office of Fisheries & Aquaculture, invites sealed quotations from eligible bidders for the supply of Sea Safety Packs for registered coastal fishers in all four FSM states.

Goods include personal locator beacons, life jackets, waterproof flashlights, military grade compasses, handheld VHF radios, throw rings, paddles, GPS locators, first aid kits and electronic flares.

A complete set of RFQ documents will be provided to interested eligible bidders upon written application to: [email protected]

CLOSING: Thursday, September 6th, 2026 at 3:00 PM Pohnpei Local Time

Full details and the ITQ document can be viewe on the NORMA Website: https://norma.fm/opportunities/itq-fm-norma-sea-safety-packs/

04/08/2026

After moving out of the region around the impacted by Super Typhoon Dolphin’s heightened wind and swells, we are now safely in the EEZ of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM). We are grateful to have been granted a permit by the National Oceanic Resource Management Authority of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM NORMA) to assist them in gathering mapping data and potentially ROV and AUV surveys within priority regions (black lines) of their national waters. Orange icons indicate previous deep-sea observations of the seafloor in FSM dating back to the 1960s from Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory's R/V Vema. There's an enormous amount left to learn about this massive ocean nation!

Credit: A. Flinders, USGS

19/07/2026

Weightless Underwater: Empowering Pohnpei's Marine Guardians
"The gear, despite being so heavy on the surface, becomes completely weightless underwater."

From June 23 – July 9, 2026, environmental officers in Pohnpei earned their scuba certifications through a specialized dive training course, gaining the skills to conduct underwater ecological surveys, track coral reef health, and monitor our coastal resources.

A partnership between DECEM and the Pohnpei State Government, funded under the FSM PROPER Project. Next stop: Chuuk and Kosrae.

Read the full story and view the gallery on the FSM NORMA website in link below!

https://norma.fm/press-releases/empowerring-pohnpei-marine-guardians/

10/07/2026

******Deadline Extended*****
New Deadline: July 27, 2026

Invitation to Quote - Boat, Outboard Motors & Trailer

For more information visit our website: https://norma.fm/opportunities/itq-fm-norma-470330-go-rfq/

09/07/2026

https://norma.fm/opportunities/reoi-fad-dev-management/

Country: Federated States of Micronesia (FSM)Project: Pacific Islands Regional Oceanscape Program – Economic Resilience (PROPER)Grant No.: IDA-E371-FMAssignment Title : Development of FSM Anchored Fish Aggregation Device (aFAD) Development and Management PlanReference No. (as per Procurement Plan)...

07/07/2026

We are pleased to welcome Sylvia Charley, July-O Saimon, and Steve Peter to the NORMA team! Mrs. Charley has onboarded as our new Executive Secretary, Mr. Saimon as our new Electronic Reporting (ER) Officer, and Mr. Peter as our new Fisheries Observer Trainer. They are all eager to contribute to the success of our country.

Read more about our new members on our website: https://norma.fm/press-releases/new-staff-july-2026/

29/06/2026

NORMA Summer Internship Program — Applications Now Closed

Thank you to everyone who applied!

Our Summer Internship Program application window has officially closed as of June 30th, 2026.

If you submitted an application, keep an eye on your inbox, our team will be in touch regarding next steps.