Great – totally support this then. And if .ss does apply to join the ccNSO soon then that would remove the argument that we don’t really need the by laws change to be more flexible in our capacity to appoint, without impacting the IFRT. Best wishes Nick From: Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel@icann.org> Sent: 16 July 2019 16:30 To: Nick Wenban-Smith <Nick.Wenban-Smith@nominet.uk>; ccNSO-Council@icann.org Subject: Re: [Ext] RE: Application/expression of Interest membership IFRT Hi Nick, It is my understanding that if the .ss would become member post appointment this would not impact the selection Kind regards Bart From: Nick Wenban-Smith <Nick.Wenban-Smith@nominet.uk<mailto:Nick.Wenban-Smith@nominet.uk>> Date: Tuesday, 16 July 2019 at 17:26 To: Bart Boswinkel <bart.boswinkel@icann.org<mailto:bart.boswinkel@icann.org>>, "ccNSO-Council@icann.org<mailto:ccNSO-Council@icann.org>" <ccNSO-Council@icann.org<mailto:ccNSO-Council@icann.org>> Subject: [Ext] RE: Application/expression of Interest membership IFRT Great news Bart! And a reprieve for .ca 😊 Are we anticipating a request from .ss to join the ccNSO, and if that were to happen what would the impact be? From: Ccnso-council <ccnso-council-bounces@icann.org<mailto:ccnso-council-bounces@icann.org>> On Behalf Of Bart Boswinkel Sent: 16 July 2019 14:09 To: ccNSO-Council@icann.org<mailto:ccNSO-Council@icann.org> Subject: [ccnso-council] Application/expression of Interest membership IFRT Dear all, We are pleased to inform you that the secretariat received one application to become appointed as ccTLD representative from a non-ccNSO member. Included you will find the (redacted) CV and completed Expression of Interest from Unguec Stephen Kang. .ss (NCA, Southern Sudan, AF region) As there is only one candidate, please indicate If you have any objection or do not support the appointment, please respond by 23 July 2019, 23.59 UTC FOR YOUR INFORMATION The criteria for selection are the following: Non-ccNSO member ) conformed) , from AF, AP or NA region (confirmed) Skill set and experience (see temporary guideline, which is included) * Direct experience and knowledge of the IANA naming functions. * Understanding the purpose of the IFR. * Analytical skills, ability to interpret quantitative and qualitative evidence, and the capacity to draw conclusions purely based on evidence. * Experience in managing and/or participating in committees (e.g. meeting coordination, reporting, and escalation) to contribute meaningfully to IFR processes. * Demonstrated ability in relationship management to support discussion, consensus-driven decision making, and productive negotiation. * Excellent communication skills to represent ccTLD interests and to keep the ccNSO Council and broader ccTLD community informed on progress. * Ability to work and communicate in written and spoken English. Kind regards, Bart