Geospatial and Data Management Consultant

About the role

The International Seabed Authority seeks a consultant to provide technical verification and geospatial analysis for exploration area adjustments, data quality checks, and relinquishment information. The role supports multiple ISA offices, primarily the Office of Contract Management and Capacity‑Building and the Office of Stewardship, Environment and Resources.

Key responsibilities

• Assess exploration applications and contractor proposals for area relinquishment.
• Review GIS data against ISA regulations using external public datasets (e.g., submarine cables, geological features, maritime boundaries).
• Maintain up‑to‑date geospatial information, including interactive maps on the ISA website.
• Support ISA database management, including verification of bathymetric and georeferenced datasets.
• Provide geospatial information for Legal and Technical Commission sessions and Council discussions.
• Report to the Director of the Office of Stewardship, Environment and Resources.

Required profile

• Ability to work remotely with scheduled virtual meetings.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for workshops or meetings.
• Strong attention to detail for data verification and quality assurance.

Required skills

• GIS and geospatial analysis.
• Database management.
• Bathymetric data processing.
• Handling of georeferenced datasets.
• Data quality verification.