[NCSG-PC] Fwd: [NCSG-Discuss] Fwd: Call for candidates - GNSO Liaison to the GAC
Arsène Tungali
arsenebaguma at gmail.com
Thu Sep 7 15:46:28 EEST 2017
Good that we can wait until tomorrow to make a final decision, provided we have another candidate showing up!
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Arsène Tungali,
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Goma, Democratic Republic of Congo
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> On Sep 7, 2017, at 1:13 PM, Poncelet Ileleji <pileleji at ymca.gm> wrote:
>
> Thanks Rafik,
>
> Same here, I definitely share Ayden's thought on this, Julf has my support.
>
> Thanks
>
> Poncelet
>
>> On 7 September 2017 at 11:50, Ayden Férdeline <icann at ferdeline.com> wrote:
>> Thanks, Tapani, Rafik-
>>
>> I have no reservations about endorsing Julf's bid to serve as the GNSO Liaison to the GAC. This sounds to me like a full-time job; I'm surprised anyone would volunteer!
>>
>> That said, I have heard of at least one other individual being interested in taking on this role, so I would suggest that we do one final call on the NCSG-Discuss list making clear tomorrow's hard deadline for applications being sent to the GNSO Secretariat.
>>
>> Best wishes, Ayden
>>
>>
>>> -------- Original Message --------
>>> Subject: Re: [NCSG-PC] Fwd: [NCSG-Discuss] Fwd: Call for candidates - GNSO Liaison to the GAC
>>> Local Time: 7 September 2017 10:18 AM
>>> UTC Time: 7 September 2017 09:18
>>> From: rafik.dammak at gmail.com
>>> To: Tapani Tarvainen <ncsg at tapani.tarvainen.info>
>>> NCSG PC <ncsg-pc at lists.ncsg.is>
>>>
>>> with the application attached
>>>
>>> Rafik
>>>
>>> 2017-09-07 18:14 GMT+09:00 Rafik Dammak <rafik.dammak at gmail.com>:
>>>> Hi all,
>>>>
>>>> please find attached the application sent by Julf for our review.
>>>> we will see if we receive more applications.
>>>>
>>>> Best,
>>>>
>>>> Rafik
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> 2017-09-07 8:49 GMT+09:00 Rafik Dammak <rafik.dammak at gmail.com>:
>>>>> Hi Tapani,
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks for the message, yes we discussed this is a task for Policy Committee.
>>>>> the constraint is that the deadline for submission is the 8th September(this Friday).
>>>>>
>>>>> we need to get the list of those of expressed interests with the filled template. can you please relay the SOI you got so far?
>>>>>
>>>>> for policy committee, we will discuss the candidate's endorsement on the mailing list.
>>>>>
>>>>> best,
>>>>>
>>>>> Rafik
>>>>>
>>>>> 2017-09-06 13:20 GMT+09:00 Tapani Tarvainen <ncsg at tapani.tarvainen.info>:
>>>>>> Dear PC members,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> In case you missed the below in ncsg-discuss, I called out for
>>>>>> volunteers for GAC liaison position. I was in a bit of a rush and
>>>>>> didn't think it through, but of course endorsement on behalf of NCSG
>>>>>> would belong to the PC rather than EC, so I'll let Rafik take over
>>>>>> here (still up to Farzaneh to decide if NCUC wants to endorse someone
>>>>>> on their own - as far as I can tell constituencies can endorse
>>>>>> candidates here as well as SGs).
>>>>>>
>>>>>> So far I've received one definite expression of interest, namely from
>>>>>> Julf Helsingius. I'll let you know immediately if I get more.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Regards,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Tapani
>>>>>>
>>>>>> ----- Forwarded message from Tapani Tarvainen <ncsg at TAPANI.TARVAINEN.INFO> -----
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Dear all,
>>>>>>
>>>>>> A reminder, GNSO GAC liaison position will be vacant after Abu Dhabi.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> This isn't a position we're entitled to, we can only endorse people
>>>>>> if we so choose.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> If you think you qualify and are interested and want NCSG endorsement,
>>>>>> please let me know ASAP, preferably right now, Cc: Farzaneh. Deadline
>>>>>> is this Friday, so please act before that!
>>>>>>
>>>>>> For details see below.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Tapani
>>>>>>
>>>>>> ----- Forwarded message from Terri Agnew <terri.agnew at icann.org> -----
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Dear All,
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> As you may be aware, the current GNSO liaison to the GAC has indicated that
>>>>>> he will step down as GAC Liaison at ICANN60, a call for volunteers is hereby
>>>>>> launched to identify new candidates. You will find further details in the
>>>>>> attached document concerning the required skills and expertise, as well as
>>>>>> the selection process. In relation to nominating candidates, please note the
>>>>>> leadership of each Stakeholder Group / Constituency may submit the
>>>>>> application of its candidate(s), which should include at a minimum a link to
>>>>>> a completed and current statement of interest as well as a brief note
>>>>>> explaining why the candidate has applied for this role and how the candidate
>>>>>> meets the specific requirements by 8 September 2017 at the latest to the
>>>>>> GNSO Secretariat (gnso-secs at icann.org <mailto:gnso-secs at icann.org> ).
>>>>>> Candidates are requested to complete the attached application template.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the
>>>>>> GNSO Secretariat at gnso-secs at icann.org <mailto:gnso-secs at icann.org> .
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Best regards,
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> GNSO Secretariat
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> REQUEST FOR CANDIDATES – GNSO LIAISON TO THE GAC
>>>>>> Candidates are invited for Generic Names Supporting Organisation (GNSO) Liaison to the
>>>>>> Governmental Advisory Committee (GAC)
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Background
>>>>>> As part of the discussions within ICANN between the GNSO and GAC, on how to facilitate early
>>>>>> engagement of the GAC in GNSO policy development activities, the option of appointing a GNSO
>>>>>> liaison to the GAC has been proposed as one of the mechanisms to explore. As such, the GAC-GNSO
>>>>>> Consultation Group (CG) on GAC Early Engagement in GNSO policy development activities
>>>>>> implemented a two-year pilot program in FY15-16 (starting 1 July 2014 to 30 June 2016). This
>>>>>> mechanism was evaluated by the CG which recommended in March 2016 to the GAC and GNSO to
>>>>>> transform this pilot into a permanent role.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Objective
>>>>>> The GNSO liaison to the GAC (hereafter “the Liaison”) will be primarily responsible for
>>>>>> providing timely updates to the GAC on GNSO policy development activities in order to complement
>>>>>> the existing notification processes as well answering questions in relation to these (GNSO)
>>>>>> activities that GAC members may have. Furthermore, the Liaison will be responsible for providing
>>>>>> the GNSO Council with regular updates on progress, including on GAC activities, specifically in
>>>>>> so far as these relate to issues of interest to the GNSO. The objective of the liaison
>>>>>> mechanism, in combination with some of the other mechanisms that the CG is exploring, as well as
>>>>>> existing early engagement tools, will be to facilitate effective early engagement of the GAC as
>>>>>> well as generally assist with flow of information between the GAC and the GNSO. In addition to
>>>>>> these existing engagement tools, regular co-ordination calls are to be scheduled between the
>>>>>> GNSO Liaison to the GAC and the GAC Secretariat to ascertain that all the relevant information
>>>>>> has been received by the GAC and progress is being made, following which a regular status update
>>>>>> is provided by the Liaison to the GNSO Council.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Skills and Experience
>>>>>> • Significant experience in and knowledge of the GNSO policy development process as well as of
>>>>>> recent and current policy work under discussion and / or review in the GNSO
>>>>>> • Availability to travel to and participate in GAC meetings during the course of ICANN meetings
>>>>>> and also, where applicable, intercessional meetings (via teleconference)
>>>>>> • A former or recently departed GNSO Councilor is likely to be well-qualified for the position
>>>>>> but this is not a necessary criterion for the Liaison.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Responsibilities
>>>>>> • Attend and participate as required in GAC meetings during ICANN meetings and possible
>>>>>> intercessional meetings (Note: travel funding is available for the ICANN meetings should the
>>>>>> Liaison otherwise not be able to attend an ICANN meeting)
>>>>>> • Represent and communicate the policy work of the GNSO in a neutral and objective manner
>>>>>> • Liaise with ICANN policy staff who may assist, as needed, in the preparation of briefing
>>>>>> materials and/or responses to questions
>>>>>> • Liaise with relevant working groups, utilizing GNSO Council liaisons where required, in order
>>>>>> to be continuously current and knowledgeable on work in progress
>>>>>> • Provide regular updates to the GNSO Council
>>>>>> • Guide the GAC in opportunities for early engagement
>>>>>> • Keep the GAC updated on how its early input was considered by the GNSO
>>>>>> • Assist in the facilitation of GAC-GNSO discussions in cases where GAC early input is in
>>>>>> conflict with GNSO views
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Practical Working
>>>>>> • Attend all GAC open meetings and be allowed to request the floor
>>>>>> • Attend GAC closed meetings discussing GNSO related topics and be allowed to request the floor
>>>>>> • Attend GAC conference calls by invitation and accordingly be allowed to request the floor
>>>>>> • Join GAC working groups by invitation and accordingly be allowed to request the floor
>>>>>> • Will not be on the GAC mailing list but may send to it t through the mailing list admin and
>>>>>> receives replies by being cc’d
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Application Process
>>>>>> 1. The leadership of each Stakeholder Group / Constituency may submit the application of its
>>>>>> candidate(s), which should include at a minimum a link to a completed and current statement of
>>>>>> interest as well as a brief note explaining why the candidate has applied for this role and
>>>>>> how the candidate meets the specific requirements by 8 September 2017 at the latest to the
>>>>>> GNSO Secretariat (gnso-secs at icann.org). Candidates are requested to complete the attached
>>>>>> application template.
>>>>>> 2. The GNSO Secretariat will relay the applications received by the deadline to the SSC by 10
>>>>>> September 2017.
>>>>>> 3. The SSC will review the applications received and rank these taking into account the skills
>>>>>> and experience required as outlined in this call for volunteers by 8 October 2017.
>>>>>> 4. Based on the outcome of the ranking process, the SSC will contact the nr 1 candidate to
>>>>>> confirm the proposed selection by 11 October 2017 and confirm that the candidate is still
>>>>>> available.
>>>>>> 5. The SSC will submit its recommendation to the GNSO Council in the form of a motion for
>>>>>> confirmation of GNSO Liaison to the GAC to the GNSO Council by 16 October 2017 at the latest.
>>>>>> 6. Consideration of motion and approval of candidate by GNSO Council during GNSO Council meeting
>>>>>> on 1 November 2017.
>>>>>> 7. Confirmation of candidate to GAC leadership (by 3 November 2017).
>>>>>> 8. GNSO Liaison to the GAC officially takes up its role (by 3 November 2017).
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Please note that the name of applicants will be made public unless an applicant specifically
>>>>>> states in his/her application that his/her name should be kept confidential.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Removal
>>>>>> In the case of significant issues identified with the performance of the liaison, the GNSO
>>>>>> Council Leadership, in consultation with the GAC Leadership, may decide to remove (and possibly
>>>>>> replace) the Liaison at any point during the Liaison’s term.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Review and Renewal
>>>>>> The role is reviewed and the liaison is reconfirmed by the GNSO Council in its position every
>>>>>> year, unless the Liaison has indicated that he/she is no longer available to continue in this
>>>>>> role in which case a new selection process as outlined above will take place. As part of this
>>>>>> review, the GNSO Council is expected to request the GAC and/or GAC Secretariat for input on the
>>>>>> role and functioning of the GNSO Liaison to the GAC.
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>> APPLICATION TEMPLATE
>>>>>>
>>>>>> |Name | |
>>>>>> |Affiliation | |
>>>>>> |Please provide an overview of your| |
>>>>>> |experience/expertise with GNSO | |
>>>>>> |policy development processes | |
>>>>>> |Please provide an overview of your| |
>>>>>> |Previous engagements in GNSO work | |
>>>>>> |in a leadership capacity | |
>>>>>> |Please describe your familiarity | |
>>>>>> |with GAC processes, including GAC | |
>>>>>> |engagement in GNSO policy | |
>>>>>> |development | |
>>>>>> |Please provide any other | |
>>>>>> |information that demonstrates your| |
>>>>>> |qualifications for this position. | |
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
>>>>>>
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>>>>>>
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