Members sought for Northern Prawn Fishery Resource Assessment Group

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) is seeking applications for member positions on the Northern Prawn Fishery Resource Assessment Group (NPFRAG). It is seeking members for the period April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2021.

Resource Assessment Groups (RAGs) provide AFMA with scientific and economic advice on the biological, economic and wider ecological factors affecting fisheries. RAG advice is used, along with other information, to inform AFMA’s management decisions.

Appointments to RAGs are based on relevant expertise and members are sought for scientific (including expertise in environmental sciences), economics, industry and recreational positions.

Expressions of interest need to be received by AFMA before close of business February 16 and may be submitted by post, email or fax.