The current timeline for moving forward is as follows
DEC 18 Send out call for applications to
o IETF-Announce list
o ISOC announcement lists
o NANOG, SANOG, NORDNOG, AFNOG, etc
o Ask RIRs to forward to their respective announcement lists
That's pretty tight... 24 hours for IETF comments?
JAN 15 evaluation of applicants start
Even if you get it out this week, that is also tight due to the
various holidays. I think you will have to accept applications at
least until end January.
Comments and suggested changes below.
We would appreciate any feedback as soon as possible, either on the
ietf(_at_)ietf(_dot_)org list OR directly to the IASA team at
iasa-tt(_at_)alvestrand(_dot_)no(_dot_)
On behalf of the IASA-TT
- - kurtis -
The IETF Administrative Entity
>>>>There is no such thing defined - we have only defined the
>>>>IETF Administrative Support Activity.
....is seeking a highly capable individual
to serve as Administrative Director. You will report to the
Internet Administrative Oversight Committee (IAOC) be accountable
>>>>Flame-bait! It's the IETF Administrative Oversight Committee. Also
>>>>there is a missing "and" after "(IAOC)".
to the IETF community. This is a highly visible and very demanding
job. You will be expected to:
o Working with the IAOC to document and cater for the administrative
requirements of the IETF, IESG, IAB and IRTF.
o Work with the IAOC to document the administrative
requirements of the IETF, IESG, IAB and IRTF, and manage
their implementation.
o Establish the IASA/IETF annual budgets, and the financial
administration and reporting of IASA/IETF.
o Establish the IASA/IETF annual budgets and the financial
administration of IASA, and be responsible for their reporting
to the IETF.
o Work with ISOC and various service providers to establish
appropriate
agreed budgets and related financial and performance reporting.
o Contract negotiations with service providers, and establish
procedures for meassuring the performance of these providers.
o Negotiate contracts with service providers, and establish
procedures for measuring and reporting the performance of these
providers.
o Eventual mangagement of support staff and contractors.
o If applicable, mangage support staff and contractors.
o Serve as the day-to-day chief operating officer of the IETF,
managing a number of contractors and working with a number of
volunteers.
o Work with our liaison organizations, such as the RFC Editor and
the IANA.
>>>>These are not liaisons. The RFC Editor is under contract and the IANA
>>>>operates under an MOU. They are service providers and should not be
>>>>mentioned at all in this document as special cases.
o Serve as the primary staff resource for the governing body of the
administrative entity for the IETF.
>>>>What on earth does that mean? I think it just means "you report to the
>>>>IAOC" which is stated above. I recommend deleting it.
o Work with your contractors and members of the IETF community to
provide adequate support and planning for 3 IETF meetings
annually, and for frequent meetings and teleconferences of the
IAB, IESG, and other bodies that support the IETF.
>>>>Add:
o Work with contractors and members of the IETF community
to ensure support for the IETF's various on line systems
and tools, used to support IETF activities and to make IETF
drafts and specifications generally available to the public.
The following characteristics are necessary for this job:
o This job is public service. You should be able to work
successfully with large numbers of people. This requires a high
clock rate, a large stack, and the ability to listen carefully.
>>>>mention international nature of the community
o This is an operations job. IETF meetings are large and complex,
and the day-to-day activities of the standards-making process is
demanding. You should be adept at getting real results and
helping large groups work together towards common goals and
deadlines.
o This is a public job. You will be required to present the
results and achievements of the IASA in front of the community
as well as dealing with questions from individual members of the
community. The goal of IASA is to achieve as much transparency
as possible so good communication skills, and previous similar
experiences are valued.
o This job requires a financially astute individual. The IETF is a
$2-$3 million/year operation. IETF funds are tight and we expect
you to take leadership in establishing our budgetary procedures,
our procurement standards, and understanding our revenue sources.
o This job requires a good understanding of modern information
technology including networks, but does not necessarily require
the individual appointed to be an IT or networking specialist.
In-depth familiarity with the IETF prior to assuming this position is
not required, but you must be able to quickly get up to speed and
learn the unique culture and requirements of the organization.
Likewise, long-term technical experience is not required, but you
must be a quick learner and adept at using the Internet effectively.
The Internet Society is based in Reston, Virginia and the job will
require a high level of travel for IETF meetings and preparation and
related meetings.
You may work out of a home office as a telecommuter, or use the
Internet Society facilities in Virginia. In either case, you should
be prepared to travel to Virginia, IETF meetings, and the locations
where the IETF has contractors.
>>>>What about the ISOC facilities in Geneva? Is there any reason the IAD
>>>>needs to be US-based? If yes, you'd better say so explicitly.
Salary levels commensurate with experience and qualifications.
You must be fluent in spoken and written english.
You must be fluent in spoken and written English.
Applicants should forward a resume, references, and any other
relevant materials, with a cover letter explaining why they feel they
are the right person for this position written in text or PDF, in an
email sent to xxx(_at_)xxx(_dot_)xxx
Applications will be evaluated starting January 15th. The evaluation
of applications, selection and appointment of the IAD will be made
by the IASA transition team.
The list of applicants will not be posted publicly, but will be
reviewed in confidence by members of the evaluation committee, the
IAB, and the IESG.
>>>>Need to say we're equal opportunity and applicants will be considered
>>>>regardless of nationality, age, gender, etc.
Brian
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