We would like to inform you that the Co-chairs of the Second International Indian Ocean Expedition (IIOE-2) Steering Committee are seeking nominations for Science Theme and Working Group Chairs of the IIOE-2, as specified in the IIOE-2 Implementation Strategy.

Please send the completed nomination form attached HERE to Nick D’Adamo in the Australian Node of the IIOE-2 Joint Project Office at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 15 May 2016. 

To ensure strong international coordination of delivery of IIOE-2, nominations for the roles of Chairs of Science Themes and Working Groups are invited:

Science Theme Positions:

• Human Impacts
• Boundary current dynamics, upwelling
• Monsoon variability and ecosystem response
• Circulation, climate variability and change
• Extreme events and their impacts on ecosystems and human populations
• Unique geological, physical, biogeochemical, and ecological features of the Indian Ocean

Working Group positions:

• Science and Research
• Data and Information Management
• Capacity Development
• Operational Coordination
• Outreach and Communication
• Translating Science for Society
• Sponsorship and Resources

These positions are pivotal for the delivery of IIOE-2 and form the backbone of the Executive within then IIOE-2 Steering Committee.

It is anticipated that those chosen will Chair a small committee under their respective Science Theme or Working Group reflecting international interest and skills in their particular area. It is expected that each committee will be self-sustaining and work largely using e-communication.

The IIOE-2 Steering Committee Chairs will select from the nominations on the basis of:

• -     Proven strength and skill of the nominees for the topic;
• -     Gender and geographic balance, including developed/developing country balance.

Please complete the nominations form and provide a brief (2 page) CV and return to the Australian Node of the IIOE-2 Joint Project Office as specified in the attached Call for nominations.