The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) is seeking applications for the position of Chairperson on the Northern Prawn Fishery Resource Assessment Group (NPFRAG). We are seeking applicants for the next three year term, commencing 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2020.
Please contact Yvonne Zunic on (02) 6225 5432 or email Yvonne.Zunic@afma.gov.au for further information about the role of Resource Assessment Group (RAG) Chair and the selection process.
More information about Resource Assessment Groups and how to apply for a Chair position is provided below.
Resource Assessment Groups provide AFMA with scientific and economic advice on the biological, economic and wider ecological factors affecting fisheries. RAG advice is used to inform AFMA’s management decisions. Records from past NPFRAG meetings can be found afma.gov.au.
Who should apply for RAG Chair positions?
As appointments will be merit based, applicants will be assessed against the following criteria:
- have good national standing as a scientist, preferably in a field relevant to fisheries
- be independent of commercial or other interests with the particular fishery, including industry association(s)
- be able to identify strategic goals and objectives, and facilitate their achievement through the RAG process
- have a demonstrated capacity to chair meetings, including a sound understanding of the meeting procedures and practices necessary for the efficient conduct of meetings
- not be a member of the AFMA Commission.
AFMA’s policy document Fisheries Administration Paper 12 (FAP 12) Resource Assessment Groups – Roles, Responsibilities provides information about the roles of RAGs and their members. This document is available at afma.gov.au.
Selection Process
The applications will be assessed by a selection panel against the selection criteria described in the Fisheries Administration Paper 12 – Resource Assessment Groups (FAP 12).
How do I apply to Chair a RAG?
Please submit your curriculum vitae and a brief cover note summarising your relevant experience, qualifications and reason for your application.
How do I submit my application?
Applications need to be submitted to AFMA by close of business 31 March 2017 and can be submitted by post, email or facsimile:
Post:
Yvonne Zunic
Manager, Research & RAGs/MACs
PO Box 7051
CANBERRA BC ACT 2610
Email: Yvonne.Zunic@afma.gov.au
Facsimile: (02) 6225 5500