Peter Jacob

Peter Jacob joined The Metals Company in 2020 and brings decades of experience from his work within the Government of the Republic of Nauru. He currently serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Nauru Rehabilitation Corporation and recently served as the Chief of Staff for the Office of the President. From 2012-2013, Peter acted as the Director of Trade for the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. He also served as the First Secretary for the Nauru High Commission in Suva, Fiji Islands, and previously as the Chief Executive Officer for the Nauru Fisheries and Marine Resources Authority (NFMRA) where he helped develop the Nauru Aquaculture Plan with the Secretariat of the Pacific Community (SPC). Peter brings a wealth of knowledge of the Pacific region and international diplomacy to his role as Country Manager for DeepGreen. He holds a masters degree in International Relations and Diplomacy from the University of Fiji, as well as several Post-Graduate Diplomas and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South Pacific (USP).