ICANN is seeking to appoint an independent consultant to undertake a review of the ICANN Board. The successful applicant would need to determine “whether the Board is fulfilling its purpose in the ICANN structure; and (ii) if so, whether any change in structure or operations is desirable to improve its effectiveness.”
It’s about time someone went in there and shook things up. As someone who was using the Internet before ICANN existed, I’m really not that impressed with the progress made to date. There needs to be some credible reforms put on the table. Of course, I’m sure the consultant wont be a political appointment, and wont hold back in fear of a) getting the board off side and b) that he/she won’t get some sort of cushy job after his/her term ends.
So if you can jet set around the world interviewing the board and the consulting with “members of the ICANN community” AND prepare a draft report before the October ICANN meeting - you’ve got the job!
