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.

Deadline extended to 31 January for seven training opportunities provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of the Russian Federation

The deadline to apply for seven training opportunities provided by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MNRE) of the Russian Federation for candidates from developing States Members of ISA has been extended to 31 January 2022 instead of an initial date of 25 August 2021 and an extended date of 3 January 2022.

ISA Legal and Technical Commission announces the selection of additional candidates to benefit from the Ministry of Earth Sciences of the Government of India training opportunities

On 15 December 2021, the Legal and Technical Commission of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) confirmed the selection of seven additional candidates for a seven-week online training course being provided by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) of the Government of India in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contract for polymetallic nodules with ISA. The selected candidates are:

  • Mr. Jameal Magno from Philippines
  • Mr. Paul Caesar M. Flores from Philippines  
  • Ms. Daisy Kipkoech from Kenya
  • Mr. Hasina Ramaroson from Madagascar
  • Mr. Muhyideen Hamza from Nigeria
  • Mr. Jeremy B. Donaire Zamora from Chile
  • Mr. Taiwo Bolaji from Nigeria

Applications now open for eight at-sea on-board training opportunities with Companhia de Pesquisa de Recursos Minerais, Brazil

Applications are now open for eight (8) at-sea on-board training opportunities for candidates from developing States Members of the International Seabed Authority (ISA). The placements are provided by Companhia de Pesquisa de Recursos Minerais (CPRM, Brazil) in accordance with its obligations under its exploration contract for cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts with ISA.