Who we are The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) aims to provide ecologically sustainable and economically efficient Commonwealth fisheries, through understanding and monitoring Australia's marine living resources and regulating and monitoring commercial fishing, including domestic licensing and deterrence of illegal foreign fishing. Why Join AFMA? Draw on science, the power of a team, and your individual curiosity to be part of a sustainable future for Australia's fisheries and oceans. At AFMA, you will be: Be challenged - work with the delicate balance of science, conservation and economics to make and support impactful decisions that shape sustainable fisheries and oceans managements. Be rewarded - benefit from excellent APS conditions with the flexibility and diversity of a small agency. Our people have breadth of work, providing a diverse range of opportunities for career development. Be connected - work as part of a connected and high performing team, with the opportunity to engage with local and international networks of community, industry and government to make a difference. Be you - work in a flexible environment where you are valued for your expertise, experience, point of view and diversity. The key duties of the position include: We are looking for flexible, adaptable, professional staff to contribute to the AFMA’s work across a broad agenda. We are interested in individuals with expertise across all areas of work, both policy and corporate management. We look for people who: Optimise results Make evidence-based decisions Engage effectively with stakeholders Are accountable Act with integrity Communicate with influence Develop others Apply business acumen Adapt to change Strive for continuous improvement Eligibility To be eligible for employment at AFMA, applicants must: be an Australian citizen have the ability to obtain, and maintain, the relevant security clearance required be able to satisfy the requirements of an Australian Federal Police Check. Notes This is a register for non-ongoing employment. As such applicants will only be contacted and vacancies filled as the need arises. Applications will remain active on our register until 26 February 2027, or until you withdraw your application. Applications are not carried over after this time and you will be required to submit a new application for the following period.
