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@xxxxxxxx list OR directly to the IASA team at iasa-tt@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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@xxxxxxx
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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