Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience |  University of Cape Coast

The Journal of Fisheries and Coastal Management (JFCoM) is seeking qualified scholars, researchers and professionals to serve as reviewers to support its peer-review process.
JFCoM is an initiative of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (DFAS) and Centre for Coastal Management-Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (CCM-ACECoR) of the Africa Ocean Institute (AOI) within the College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, University of Cape Coast. As a multidisciplinary journal, JFCoM publishes high-quality research in fisheries science, aquaculture, coastal and marine resource management, and related fields.
We welcome application from individuals with a strong academic and professional background and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge through rigorous and constructive peer review.
 

Key responsibilities of a reviewer include:

1. Providing timely, objective, and constructive reviews of submitted manuscripts
2. Providing constructive feedback to the Editor-in-Chief
3. Upholding ethical standards and confidentiality in the review process 
4. Contributing to the quality and integrity of published research 

Benefits of becoming a reviewer:

1. Obtain reviewer certificate
2. Gain formal recognition from the University of Cape Coast as a reviewer for JFCoM 
3. Secure sponsorship incentive to attend the Biennial Conference on Fisheries and Coastal Management (Blue Economy Conference) organized by the Africa Ocean Institute
4. Opportunity to contribute to the advancement of research on Africa’s fisheries and coastal development

Prospective reviewers are invited to express their interest by completing the application form through this link [https://forms.gle/SaM3fgSn4mTFJSDW7].

For any enquiries kindly contact the JFCoM editorial office at jfcom.journal@gmail.com