Hi All

As a follow-up on the NOMCOM position, I reiterate Evan's comment that the NOMCOM position or responsibilities have little to do with policy issues, but in simple terms, it's grunt work. As a person who has been on a few NOMCOMs I think you need to understand your job

Attend all the meetings( which become more intensive in the duration of NOMCOM since you are obligated to be part of a team that dues deep dives or due diligence on the skills and history of the applicants for the job.
In the early phase of the NOMCOM you are also expected to be a "booster' and promote in your networks the opportunities at ICANN . everyone is expected to be a marketer
Provide insights when applicable to your SO/AC on their responsibilities and expectations based upon your constituencies
Do your homework as expected on specific individuals. It's surprising how some people think it's a cake walk and just try to bluff their way through
Discretion and professionalism is one of the major expectations and a legal obligation for the NOMCOM team.
Each cycle, the peers perform a review of the individual's performance
NOMCOM does become intense and alot of work

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On Wed, 16 Apr 2025 at 07:09, Chuma Akana via NA-Discuss <na-discuss@icann.org> wrote:

Hello,

I believe the reason there are several nominations is that people want to get involved, even if it means starting in a role that is less leadership intensive. From past experience, we've seen that people interested in leadership roles may not be selected if they're not familiar to the decision-makers. However, if someone shows interest in a role, that's enough to demonstrate their commitment, and they should be considered for it. By doing so, we can encourage participation and give everyone a fair chance.

Regards
Chuma Akana
ICANN78 Fellow

On Tue, Apr 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM Evan Leibovitch via NA-Discuss <na-discuss@icann.org> wrote:
Hi all,

I am intrigued to see what I believe to be FIVE nominations (so far!) for the position of NARALO representative to the ICANN Nomination Committee. And I see that some of you have already posted qualifications.

I would note that this particular position is quite different from that of being a rep on ALAC or a delegate to other ICANN communities. It does not require great strength in policy or ideology. Rather than demonstrating your own background in ICANN issues, should you win your role will be to work in a group to assess OTHER people's grasp of both the issues and their perspectives.

That is, this is more of a human resources task to choose leaders than one which demands leadership itself. Discretion and the ability to work intensively within a small group are paramount.

I am hoping that the candidates will consider this when posting their Statements of Interest. I am looking for people who would excel at being judges of potential leaders rather than being leaders themselves.

I look forward to reading what each of the candidates has to say in asking for my vote.

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Evan Leibovitch, Toronto Canada
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