OSS capabilities in Oceania  project

Request for feedback and expressions of interest

OSGeo Oceania is launching a new initiative to map and showcase the open source geospatial (FOSS4G) community across the region.

We are currently seeking feedback and expressions of interest to help shape and deliver this important project. A project brief and detailed plan are available below.

Project Overview
The goal is to create an interactive, web-based platform that highlights geospatial technologies, services, projects, and skilled professionals using open source tools across Oceania. This platform will serve as a long-term, open-access community resource.

Read the Project Proposal here

We invite:

  • Feedback via Slack or this form (open until 22 June 2025)
  • Expressions of interest from individuals or teams with experience in geospatial tech, open source software, and user-focused web development via this form.

This work is supported and overseen by the OSGeo Oceania Board. Special thanks to board member Ana Belgun for her leadership on this initiative.

Call for Expressions of Interest

OSGeo Oceania Geospatial Capabilities Project

OSGeo Oceania invites expressions of interest from individuals or teams with experience in geospatial technology, open source software, and user-centred web development to deliver a new geospatial capabilities platform for the region.

Project Purpose

This project aims to design, develop, and maintain a web-based interactive map showcasing open source geospatial capabilities across Oceania. The platform will act as a central, openly accessible resource highlighting technologies, services, projects, and skilled professionals in the Oceania open source geospatial community. It is intended to be a long-term project governed and funded by the OSGeo Oceania, a not-for-profit organization, to support the advancement of the understanding and use of open source technologies. 

Project Scope

The project includes the development of a web map and supporting platform that will:

  • Visualize open source geospatial tools, contributors, and service providers in the region
  • Promote visibility and collaboration across the open source geospatial ecosystem
  • Enable ongoing updates and community contributions
  • Enable the addition of future functionalities such as knowledge and training resources in open source geospatial.

Indicative Timeline – Year 1

Total Budget Year 1: $15,000 AUD

The budget covers project coordination, development and maintenance for an initial 12-month period.

Work Packages

Proposals may address one or more of the following three work packages:

  1. Project Coordination: Manage the overall project, including stakeholder engagement, data collection and publishing processes, timelines, and communication. Ensure effective collaboration between contributors and successful project delivery.
  2. UX and UI Design: Design a clear, intuitive, and accessible user experience. Deliver wireframes, prototypes, and visual assets that reflect the needs of the open source and geospatial communities.
  3. Software Engineering: Build and maintain the web map using open source technologies. This includes application development, data and application hosting, regular updates, and ensuring long-term maintainability.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking individuals or teams with:

  • Proven experience in project coordination, especially in community or open source settings
  • Strong UX/UI design skills for web platforms
  • Web mapping and open source software development expertise
  • Familiarity with the OSGeo ecosystem and open source geospatial technologies

How to Apply

  • Please send a short proposal including:
  • An overview of your relevant experience
  • Your proposed approach to one or more of the work packages
  • A cost breakdown for the work, aligned with the $15,000 total budget
  • Contact details

Submit your proposal using this form, or email admin@osgeo-oceania.org

Deadline for submissions: 30 June 2025.

 

We look forward to collaborating with the community to build a platform that shines a light on the strength and diversity of open source geospatial capabilities across Oceania.