OceanExpert ID : 74308
Mr Deshon Jahrel GRIFFITH
Ocean Governance Consultant & International Maritime Lawyer
World Commission on Environmental Law
International Union for Conservation of Nature
Rue Mauverney 28
1196 Gland
Switzerland
Nationality
Barbados
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Master of Laws (Distinction) in International Maritime Law and Master of Science (Distinction) in Defence, Development and Diplomacy
Research
Technical Advice & Consulting
Policy, Law, Economics, Management
Caribbean Sea
Indian Ocean
North Pacific Ocean
South Pacific Ocean
· Problem-Solving | Quick Learner | Negotiation | Document Drafting | Communication Skills |
· Interpersonal Skills | Presentations | Legal Advice | Organizational Skills | Computer Skills |
· Time Management | Strategy | International Fisheries Law | Law of the Sea | Teamwork | ABNJ
· Representation at International Forums | Proposal Writing | Stakeholder Engagement | Analysis |
· Instructional Skills | International Environmental Law | Public Affairs | Project Management |
· Legislative Review | Analysis of Legislation and Policy | Ocean Governance | Diplomacy |
· Foreign Language Skills | Marine Conservation Policy | International Institutions | High Seas
English
International Maritime Lawyer & Ocean Governance Consultant admitted to the Barbados Bar with 7+ years of experience in marine conservation, blue economy, law of the sea, environmental law and ocean governance. Experience in the NGO and public sector. Strong record of developing ocean governance and climate change policy as well as leading advocacy and capacity building programs. Member of the IUCN World Commission on Environmental Law and the Pool of Experts for the UN Regular Process for Global Reporting and Assessment of the State of the Marine Environment, including Socioeconomic Aspects. Consummate and solution-oriented professional with strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in legal, policy, international relations, and academic research, as well as document drafting, legal advice and representation and international forums. Strong task management, organizational and problem-solving skills. I am passionate about using my skills and platforms to advance climate justice and resilience for developing coastal states and Small Island Developing States (SIDS) with a focus on the ocean. Qualifications include an LL.M in International Maritime Law (Distinction) and an MSc in Defence, Development and Diplomacy (Distinction). Authorized to work in the U.S. Views mine.