<div dir="ltr">Dear ECs,<br><div>Good day, and I hope you are doing well.</div><div><br></div><div>Please we need to conclude these appointments as soon as possible,</div><div><br></div><div>Seeing the limited number of applications from the list, we did not receive any response from the regional lists as well.</div><div>I believe we can proceed to appoint those who have indicated interests and I will encourage ECs to go through all the SOIs shared and raise their objections if there are any.</div><div><br></div><div>Please let me know of your views or choices before the COB today.</div><div><br></div><div>Kind regards,</div><div>Benjamin </div><div><br></div><div><br></div></div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Thu, Nov 9, 2023 at 10:33 PM Andrea Glandon <<a href="mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org">andrea.glandon@icann.org</a>> wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin:0px 0px 0px 0.8ex;border-left:1px solid rgb(204,204,204);padding-left:1ex"><div class="msg6175923435872118030">





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<p class="MsoNormal">Hello all!<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Please see below for the applications that I have received so far:<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the<b> NCSG-EC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We received applications from David Morar & Farzaneh Badii<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the
<b>NCSG-PC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We received an application from Raymond Mamattah<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">One full</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> representative to the
<b>NCSG-FC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We received an application from Amin Hacha<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks!<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Kind Regards,<u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Andrea<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">From: </span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">Andrea Glandon <<a href="mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org" target="_blank">andrea.glandon@icann.org</a>><br>
<b>Date: </b>Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at 15:31<br>
<b>To: </b>Benjamin Akinmoyeje <<a href="mailto:benakin@gmail.com" target="_blank">benakin@gmail.com</a>><br>
<b>Subject: </b>FW: [Ext] [NCUC-DISCUSS] Open call to the following positions: NCSG-EC/NCSG-PC/NCSG-FC<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Hello!<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Just for a little organization and to keep track of things.<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the<b> NCSG-EC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We received applications from David Morar & Farzaneh Badii<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the
<b>NCSG-PC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">We received an application from Raymond Mamattah<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thanks!<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Kind Regards,<u></u><u></u></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Andrea<u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">From: </span></b><span style="font-size:12pt;color:black">Ncuc-discuss <<a href="mailto:ncuc-discuss-bounces@lists.ncuc.org" target="_blank">ncuc-discuss-bounces@lists.ncuc.org</a>> on behalf of Benjamin Akinmoyeje <<a href="mailto:benakin@gmail.com" target="_blank">benakin@gmail.com</a>><br>
<b>Date: </b>Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 16:31<br>
<b>To: </b>NCUC-discuss <<a href="mailto:ncuc-discuss@lists.ncuc.org" target="_blank">ncuc-discuss@lists.ncuc.org</a>><br>
<b>Subject: </b>[Ext] [NCUC-DISCUSS] Open call to the following positions: NCSG-EC/NCSG-PC/NCSG-FC<u></u><u></u></span></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Dear NCUC members,</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">The following positions are due to appointment or re-appointment.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">Kindly review the NCSG charter and NCUC bylaws </span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the<b> NCSG-EC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Two full
</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">representatives to the
<b>NCSG-PC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">One full</span></b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black"> representative to the
<b>NCSG-FC</b></span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Candidates required qualifications (in addition to the requirements stated in the bylaws)</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">1. General requirements:</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">It is desirable for the candidate to have led at least one public comment effort at the NCUC or NCSG level and be an active member in one or more Working Groups (WG) within ICANN
 or generally been contributing by being involved with outreach and NCUC events. The active status of the member should be verified based on contribution to mailing lists or Working Group transcripts. The EC can also request references from other active members.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The open positions are the following. </span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background:yellow">Two full representatives to the NCSG-EC</span></b><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></b></li></ul>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The <b>NCSG Executive Committee</b> is responsible for working with the NCSG Chair to make sure the NCSG functions according to its mission and principles. The NCSG-EC is responsible for supervising and
 monitoring the NCSG Chair’s performance of executive functions, and the NCSG-EC may call for a new chair election. The NCSG-EC is also responsible for establishing and overseeing membership criteria, rules, and procedures as outlined in Section 2.2, as well
 as reviewing and approving applications to form new Constituencies in accordance with the Section 2.3 below and any applicable Constituency Recognition Process approved by the ICANN Board of Directors. The NCSG-EC’s formation,  functions, composition, and
 duties within the NCSG are set out in Section 2.4</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">It is the responsibility of the NCSG-EC to establish processes and mechanisms for continuing outreach to the noncommercial registrant and user communities.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in;text-indent:0.5in"><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Executive Committee Requirements:</span></b><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">a. Understanding of NCSG and NCUC governance structure and the importance of the role, and proven interest in NCSG issues (this might include helping formulate public comments, consistent attendance in
 GNSO Working Groups, and other policy activities).</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">b. Experience or proven interest in drafting and interpreting procedural and organizational texts.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">c. Thorough understanding of the provisions within NCSG’s Charter and their application in practice.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">d. Appreciation for safeguarding NCSG’s “noncommercial” nature in its membership and mission.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background:yellow">Two full representatives to the NCSG-PC</span></b><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></b></li></ul>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Policy Committee (NCSG-PC):</span></b><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The NCSG Policy Committee serves as a focal point for policy statements  issued in the name of the NCSG, organizes policy initiatives on behalf of NCSG, and may provide policy research and guidance to
 NCSG GNSO Council  Representatives. Formation of the NCSG-PC, its composition, and duties  within the NCSG are set out in Section 2.5.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Policy Committee Requirements:</span></b><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">a. Has documented experience in ICANN policy-making processes, as well as a demonstrated understanding of ICANN’s structure and mission, and of the Policy Committee’s role and tasks.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">b. Has contributed previously to the formulation of comments or statements on behalf of the NCUC or the NCSG, and participated within the past 12 months on either the NCUC or NCSG mailing lists.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;background:yellow">One full representative to the NCSG-FC</span></b><b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif"><u></u><u></u></span></b></li></ul>
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<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Finance Committee (NCSG-FC):</span></b><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">The NCSG Finance Committee is responsible for establishing a firm financial  footing for the NCSG and administering NCSG funds within a defined  framework that meets relevant legal requirements as well
 as requirements  imposed by ICANN. The NCSG-FC’s responsibilities include fundraising,  setting voluntary contribution levels for members, determining procedures for the distribution of funds, and for monitoring the utilization of funds. The  NCSG-FC will
 also be responsible for the Treasurer function. Formation of  the NCSG-FC, its composition, and duties within the NCSG-FC are set out in Section 2.6.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0.5in">
<b><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Finance Committee Requirements:</span></b><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">a. Has a depth of expertise in financial management, forensic accounting, and/or budgeting.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">b. Candidates should also highlight their practical understanding of financial accounts, risk management, and understanding of auditing processes, as well as any experience with grant seeking and/or fundraising.</span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Interested individuals should respond with the statement of interest and information about which slot they are applying to on or before November 8th, 2023 to
</span><a href="mailto:andrea.glandon@icann.org" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">andrea.glandon@icann.org</span></a><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">. </span><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">Kindly refer to the following documents for more details about the positions</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCSG Charter</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/filefield_25801/ncsg-charter-05may11-en.pdf__;!!PtGJab4!8Tt6nnAmUM9aIJaDfW0U0Nr4HwJU4-j5k8YHYWScW97aDKMStjGVbrHe2i_Zv-BIKOEHbMPCNQbXvLCQcV4utfWJ$" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">https://gnso.icann.org/sites/default/files/filefield_25801/ncsg-charter-05may11-en.pdf</span>
 [gnso.icann.org]</a><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCUC operating Procedures </span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.ncuc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/NCUC-Operating-Procedures-Sept-2017.pdf__;!!PtGJab4!8Tt6nnAmUM9aIJaDfW0U0Nr4HwJU4-j5k8YHYWScW97aDKMStjGVbrHe2i_Zv-BIKOEHbMPCNQbXvLCQcR19mUxD$" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">https://www.ncuc.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/NCUC-Operating-Procedures-Sept-2017.pdf</span>
 [ncuc.org]</a><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;color:black">NCUC Bylaws</span><u></u><u></u></p>
<p style="margin:0in"><a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/www.ncuc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Bylaws-of-the-Noncommercial-Users-Constituency-20171.pdf__;!!PtGJab4!8Tt6nnAmUM9aIJaDfW0U0Nr4HwJU4-j5k8YHYWScW97aDKMStjGVbrHe2i_Zv-BIKOEHbMPCNQbXvLCQcTxdRjS9$" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif">https://www.ncuc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Bylaws-of-the-Noncommercial-Users-Constituency-20171.pdf</span>
 [ncuc.org]</a><u></u><u></u></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Kind regards,<u></u><u></u></p>
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