Month: February 2022
ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of candidates to benefit from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation training opportunities
On 17 February 2022, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) confirmed the selection of seven (7) candidates for training opportunities provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation in accordance with its obligations under its respective exploration contracts for polymetallic sulphides and cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts… Continue reading ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of candidates to benefit from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation training opportunities
Informal working group on the protection and preservation of the marine environment to hold a webinar to present and exchange views on the text of the facilitator
On 28 February 2022, Dr. Raijeli L. Taga (Fiji), facilitator of the informal working group on the protection and preservation of the marine environment, will host a webinar to present her suggested revised text for Parts IV and VI and Annexes IV, VII and VIII of the draft regulations on exploitation of mineral resources in… Continue reading Informal working group on the protection and preservation of the marine environment to hold a webinar to present and exchange views on the text of the facilitator
Call for proposals for a consultancy to provide strategic support for the development and implementation of a media engagement strategy
The Secretariat of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) is seeking a consultant to assist with the development and implementation of a media engagement strategy that takes into account the complex environment within which ISA is fulfilling its mandate under the United Nations of the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and in line with its strategic… Continue reading Call for proposals for a consultancy to provide strategic support for the development and implementation of a media engagement strategy
Statement on the passing of former ISA Secretary-General Nii Allotey Odunton
By ISA Secretary-General Mr. Michael W. Lodge It is with great sorrow that I learned of the passing of my predecessor as Secretary-General, Nii Allotey Odunton on 13 February 2022 at his home in Ghana. Nii Allotey Odunton served as Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority for two consecutive terms starting in 2009 and ending… Continue reading Statement on the passing of former ISA Secretary-General Nii Allotey Odunton
ISA launches two art competitions to celebrate deep-sea exploration
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is launching two art competitions that aim to celebrate the deep sea, marine science and deep-sea exploration. The competitions on the theme “deep-sea exploration” are open until 16 May 2022 and the winners will be announced on World Oceans Day, on 8 June 2022, during a special event held in… Continue reading ISA launches two art competitions to celebrate deep-sea exploration
Applications now open for one three-month virtual internship with Ocean Mineral Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Applications are now open for one (1) three-month virtual internship for candidates from developing States Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placement is provided by the Ocean Mineral Singapore Pte. Ltd. (OMS) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contract for polymetallic nodules with ISA. ISA is calling for candidates with a… Continue reading Applications now open for one three-month virtual internship with Ocean Mineral Singapore Pte. Ltd.
The Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cuba presents credentials to ISA Secretary-General
**Faites défiler vers le bas pour le communiqué en français.** Ambassador Fermin Gabriel Quiñones Sánchez presented his credentials to the Secretary-General of the International Seabed Authority (ISA), H.E. Mr. Michael W. Lodge, as the Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cuba to ISA during a special ceremony held on 9 February 2022 in Kingston, Jamaica.… Continue reading The Permanent Representative of the Republic of Cuba presents credentials to ISA Secretary-General
Applications now open for four training opportunities with the Interoceanmetal Joint Organization
Applications are now open for four (4) training opportunities for candidates from developing States Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by the Interoceanmetal Joint Organization (IOM) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contract for polymetallic nodules with ISA. ISA is calling for candidates with a Bachelor’s or Engineering… Continue reading Applications now open for four training opportunities with the Interoceanmetal Joint Organization
Call for proposals for a consultancy on M&E frameworks for the implementation of ISA’s mandates in marine scientific research and capacity development
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) is seeking a consultant with requisite experience in monitoring and evaluation of complex development projects with national or international organization or related fields to support the implementation of its programmatic mandates in the fields of marine scientific research and capacity development. Proposals should not exceed 1,500 words and should thoroughly… Continue reading Call for proposals for a consultancy on M&E frameworks for the implementation of ISA’s mandates in marine scientific research and capacity development