Call for Nominations: Steering Committee for the International Consultation on the Future of Global Geodesy
The UN-GGIM Subcommittee on Geodesy and the UN Global Geodetic Centre of Excellence (UN-GGCE) invite nominations for the Steering Committee of the International Consultation on the Future of Global Geodesy.
The International Consultation aims to explore options for international governance arrangements that support a robust and sustainable global geodesy supply chain. To inform these options, the consultation will examine the supply chain, its vulnerabilities, and the needs of those who depend on geodetic products.
Role of the Steering Committee
The Consultation Steering Committee will help guide the process and ensure that it is inclusive, transparent, and grounded in evidence. The consultation is led by the UN-GGIM Subcommittee on Geodesy and managed by the UN-GGCE.
Perspectives from space, Earth observation, geodesy, telecommunications, standards, industry, law, finance, and intergovernmental policy are strongly encouraged. By serving on the committee, members will:
- Help shape the strategic plan their sector relies on
- Gain early insight into risks to their own operations
- Work alongside Member States, space agencies, scientists, and industry
The role is served in a personal capacity and involves approximately one virtual meeting per month.
How to Nominate
Self-nominations should be sent by email to un-ggce@un.org with the subject line “Steering Committee self-nomination” by Friday, 27 November 2026.
Each self-nomination should include:
- A statement outlining how you meet the eligibility criteria and the perspective you bring;
- Confirmation that you can commit the required time;
- An explanation of how you will engage your professional networks; and
- A preliminary conflict-of-interest declaration.
For more detailed information, background documents, and Terms of Reference, please visit the UN-GGCE International Consultation Website.
Author: Nick Brown (UN-GGCE) | Edited by: Martin Sehnal (GGOS)
