November 2016 - KICTANet

Rightscon 2017
by Ephraim Percy Kenyanito 04 Nov '16

04 Nov '16

Dear Friends, Apologies for crossposting. We wanted to share an important update for RightsCon Brussels 2017 <https://www.rightscon.org/> (Wednesday March 29- Friday March 31, 2017). We are currently accepting proposals until our deadline on November 25, 2016, so make sure to act quickly! As you know, it's an amazing event that brings together more than a thousand leaders working in technology, human rights, data protection, and privacy. RightsCon Brussels will be our most impactful event yet, with three full days of programming, exciting satellite events like the Iran Cyber Dialogue, and more than 1000 participants from across sectors. It’s the best opportunity to showcase your work in digital rights, learn new advocacy skills and strategies, and most importantly, develop outcomes, best-practices, and policies that help defend and extend the digital rights of users at risk around the world. Submit a Session by November 25 You can submit your program session proposal on our website’s submission form <https://www.rightscon.org/submission/> , and find more information about our session formats, the RightsCon style and our themes on the submission guide <https://rightscon.org/submissionguide> . We encourage you to submit a high quality proposal, as competition is steep, and we are developing a fantastic and compelling agenda for participants. Attending RightsCon 2017 Tickets are on sale now <https://rightscon.org/tickets> in limited Early Registration pricing, so act quick before these discount tickets run out. Pricing will eventually increase to their regular values, so make sure to register sooner rather than later. Special rates and discount codes will be provided to session organizers and speakers. We’d love for you to join us at this important event. If you have any questions about your session proposal or registration, please let us know, either by contacting me or our RightsCon Coordinator at conference(a)accessnow.org. Best regards, -- Best Regards, *Ephraim Percy Kenyanito* Website: https://ephraimkenyanito.com/ Twitter: @ekenyanito <https://twitter.com/ekenyanito> PGP Fingerprint: B0FA394AF73DEB7AA1FDC7360CFED26DE6BA8DC1

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Fwd: [bestbits] Two great opportunities at Web Foundation - please share
by M Vernon 04 Nov '16

04 Nov '16

FYI. -mv Begin forwarded message: > From: Kristen Robinson <kristen.robinson(a)webfoundation.org> > Date: November 3, 2016 at 10:52:54 PDT > To: bestbits(a)lists.bestbits.net > Subject: [bestbits] Two great opportunities at Web Foundation - please share > Reply-To: Kristen Robinson <kristen.robinson(a)webfoundation.org> > > Hi all, > > We have two excellent openings in communications and policy at Web Foundation! Please share with any relevant contacts who may be interested. Full details and job descriptions can be found on our jobs page. > > Thanks in advance, > > Kristen > > Policy Fellow > > We’re recruiting a Policy Fellow to provide support to Sir Tim Berners-Lee in his role as a spokesperson and advocate for the Web Foundation on selected emerging issues. You will work closely with our policy and communications teams to ensure that Sir Tim’s voice influences key debates and decisions globally. You will assist with strategy and forecasting on emerging issues, conduct desk research and lead in producing related policy materials aimed at key decision-makers. This is a unique role for a talented and motivated person who is able to apply academic acumen to real world policy challenges facing the internet. Please note that candidates should be in possession of a doctorate, or close to completing one (ABD stage), or alternatively possess a relevant Masters’ degree and further research and policy analysis experience equivalent to a doctorate. > > Interested candidates should read the full job description and apply by sending a cover letter and CV to jobs(a)webfoundation.org with “Policy Fellow” in the subject line. > > Deadline: 30 November 2016 > > > > Communications Officer – Digital Inclusion > > We’re looking for a communications whiz to join our team, working on issues including internet affordability and gender equality online. Do you have a track record of working on high-impact campaigns with complex issues at their heart? Is your writing excellent, your attention to detail unparalleled, and are you comfortable working across cultures and timezones? You could be the colleague we’re looking for. Please read the job description and apply ASAP by sending a cover letter and a copy of your CV to jobs(a)webfoundation.org with “Communications Officer” in the subject line. We’ll accept rolling applications until this position is filled, and will prioritise those based in either Cape Town or London. > > > > -- > Kristen Robinson > > Communications & Advocacy Manager > > +44 20 3287 7228 > > @Kristen3025 > > Skype: Kristen_WebFdn > > Please note I'm working on a US east coast time zone (GMT-4) > > 1110 Vermont Ave NW, Suite 500, Washington DC 20005, USA| www.webfoundation.org | Twitter: @webfoundation > > ____________________________________________________________ > You received this message as a subscriber on the list: > bestbits(a)lists.bestbits.net. > To unsubscribe or change your settings, visit: > http://lists.bestbits.net/wws/info/bestbits

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Fwd: [Internet Policy] ICANN57 under way in Hyderabad – Remote Participation info
by Barrack Otieno 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Dear Listers, This is for your information and attention. Best Regards ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Joly MacFie <joly(a)punkcast.com> Date: Thu, Nov 3, 2016 at 2:01 PM Subject: [Internet Policy] ICANN57 under way in Hyderabad – Remote Participation info To: "internetpolicy(a)elists.isoc.org" <InternetPolicy(a)elists.isoc.org> As noted in the welcome video linked below, this is the first ICANN AGM under the new meeting structure, the first post IANA transition meeting, and the first one in Hyderabad. It should have been in Puerto Rico, but that's another story. It goes a full 7 days. While the opening ceremony is on Saturday, there are plenty of meaty sessions before then. if calculations are correct, the first public forum <http://sched.co/8cyb> is at 6:30am Saturday NYC time, and the actual AGM <http://sched.co/8cyr> begins at 10pm Monday night NYC time, and the 2nd public forum <http://sched.co/8cyo> is at 12:30am Tuesday NYC time... joly posted: "The 57th meeting of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN 57) is taking place November 3-9 2016 in Hyderabad, India. Remote participation/webcast is available via Adobe Connect. Live english transcription plus up to 7 languages of" [image: icann57] <https://meetings.icann.org/en/Hyderabad57>The 57th meeting of the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers <https://meetings.icann.org/en/Hyderabad57> (ICANN 57) is taking place *November 3-9 2016* in *Hyderabad, India*. Remote participation/webcast is available via Adobe Connect. Live english transcription plus up to 7 languages of audio streams are also available. There will be livestreams of certain sessions. Find a session on the schedule for details. Hyderabad, India is on IST, 9.5 hours ahead of NYC until Saturday, then 10.5 hours ahead (UTC+5.5) * What: ICANN 57 <https://meetings.icann.org/en/Hyderabad57> Where: Hyderabad, India When: November 3-9 2016 Full Schedule: https://icann572016.sched.org/ <https://icann572016.sched.org/> Plenary sessions: https://icann572016.sched.org/type/general+session+%2F+plenary <https://icann572016.sched.org/type/general+session+%2F+plenary> ICANN Livestream channel: https://livestream.com/icannmeeting <https://livestream.com/icannmeeting> ICANN YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ICANNnews/videos <https://www.youtube.com/user/ICANNnews/videos> Twitter: https://twitter.com/hashtag/icann57 <https://twitter.com/hashtag/icann57> Facebook: https://facebook.com/hashtag/icann57 <https://facebook.com/hashtag/icann57> Welcome video:*: *https://youtu.be/29NhCIk-J60* <https://youtu.be/29NhCIk-J60> Comment <http://isoc-ny.org/p2/8762#respond> See all comments <http://isoc-ny.org/p2/8762#comments> *Permalink* http://isoc-ny.org/p2/8762 -- --------------------------------------------------------------- Joly MacFie 218 565 9365 Skype:punkcast -------------------------------------------------------------- - _______________________________________________ To manage your ISOC subscriptions or unsubscribe, please log into the ISOC Member Portal: https://portal.isoc.org/ Then choose Interests & Subscriptions from the My Account menu. -- Barrack O. Otieno +254721325277 +254733206359 Skype: barrack.otieno PGP ID: 0x2611D86A

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CIO100 Symposium Agenda
by Harry Hare | African eDevelopment Resource Centre 03 Nov '16

03 Nov '16

Hello All, This might interest some of you https://view.attach.io/HkBscyGee My apologies for cross posting. Kindest regards Harry Hare Director | African eDevelopment Resource Centre PO Box 49475 00100 | Nairobi, Kenya Kenya +254 20 4041646 | Cel +254 725 650044 Nigeria + 234 814 636 4611

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Opening at FaceBook
by Grace Githaiga 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

International Growth Manager (Kenya) Marketing - Kenya - Contracted Growth Manager - Kenya Facebook's mission is to give people the power to share and make the world more open and connected. Approximately 1.5 billion people and growing are using the service in over 100 languages. 83% of the people on Facebook are from outside North America and we continue to expand internationally. Facebook is seeking a Growth Manager who is obsessed with technology, social media and business strategy. The ideal candidate will have experience in the consumer Internet and mobile space. As a Growth Manager for Kenya you will lead Facebook to its full potential in the local market. With a deep understanding of the local competitive and product landscape, you will determine product gaps, identify growth opportunities, drive execution of growth initiatives, and add value to the Facebook user experience. Come join our team and help us connect the people in Kenya! Responsibilities: Provide market insights - identify and monitor strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats relevant for Facebook's adoption in Kenya Explore, Identify and Evaluate strategic growth opportunities Ensure product is fully functional and well adapted to be successful in Kenya Partner with the Analytics organization to validate key findings with data Escalate to and drive solutions with product management for identified market specific product issues and gaps Design and execute a continuous testing plan for important end-to-end flows Track progress on market specific product improvements and measure impact Integrate usability studies, research and market analysis into market specific product reviews Understand Facebook's strategic and competitive position in Kenya and work to improve it Maximize efficiency in a constantly evolving environment where the process is fluid and creative solutions are the norm Requirements: 6+ years product development and/or Business Development Strong problem solving and analytical skills Extensive knowledge of online and mobile business models and Internet/consumer technology Creative, resourceful, detail-oriented, highly organized Self-driven, comfortable with a fast-paced, always-on, highly ambiguous start-up environment Exceptional communications and interpersonal skills in the primary market language and English Good project/product management skills and the ability to work to tight deadlines Understanding of the technical architecture of complex and highly scalable web and mobile applications BA/BS in Computer Science, engineering or related technical field or equivalent working experience Experience with social products, technologies and platforms is strongly desired Experience working in startups / successful entrepreneurial adventures and/or working in a global company/environment highly desired Apply here: http://prounlimited.com/proqrg/fb/<http://prounlimited.com/proqrg/fb/> [http://prounlimited.com/proqrg/fb/car5.jpg]<http://prounlimited.com/proqrg/fb/> PRO@facebook Contractor Opportunities<http://prounlimited.com/proqrg/fb/> prounlimited.com ×You are no longer on the Facebook site. You have now entered the Facebook Contractor Opportunities site, which is hosted and managed by PRO Unlimited, a managed ...

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Some early questions for the State House ICT Summit
by Grace Githaiga 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

My feelers indicate that a State House summit to discuss ICT matters has finally been scheduled for Monday next week. Unlike my fellow columnist Dr David Ndii, nobody from the house on the hill has bothered to extend me an invite to honour or turn down. Considering that the chances of that State House invite materialising on my desk are close to zero, I have opted to ask some of the questions that have been bothering the ICT community right here. Read full article here: http://www.nation.co.ke/oped/blogs/dot9/walubengo/2274560-3437452-50nqv8/in… Best regards Githaiga, Grace

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Internship Opportunity with A4AI: Research on Mobile Internet Users
by Nanjira Sambuli 02 Nov '16

02 Nov '16

Hi there, please see below and share with your networks — The Alliance for Affordable Internet <http://www.a4ai.org/>is offering a paid 4-6 month internship to conduct research on mobile Internet users in low and middle income countries. The intern will conduct statistical and other analyses using a survey data set of 8000 users across 8 countries. The expectation is for the intern, with appropriate mentorship and guidance from A4AI, to lead the production of a short policy brief and an academic paper (to be submitted to a relevant journal by the end of the internship). Topics of interest to A4AI and relevant to this data set include public Internet access, and gender and ICTs. We are ideally looking for a graduate student with good econometric skills and who is comfortable using relevant statistical software. She or he will have an interest in and/or experience working on public policy issues in low and middle income countries. PhD students are welcome to apply. The internship can be full-time or part-time and can start as soon as possible, or if necessary at the start of the Spring 2017 academic semester. Interested candidates should send their applications (CV and brief cover letter) to erica.penfold(a)webfoundation.org <mailto:erica.penfold@webfoundation.org>. Regards, Nanjira www.nanjira.com <http://www.nanjira.com/> About.Me <http://about.me/ninanjira> | Twitter <http://www.twitter.com/ninanjira> | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/nanjira> | Skype <http://hatscripts.com/addskype?nanjirasambuli> IM: +254722481566 (WhatsApp | Telegram | iMessage) PGP: 3E082B6D

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Re: [kictanet] Call for Public Input on Proposed Elections ICT Regulations - Reminder
by esther kamande 01 Nov '16

01 Nov '16

Good Evening, Having an option for self audit and certification raises questions as to whether the certification and audit process is merely a rubber-stamping exercise for certain election technologies. Is there any value addition in giving the commission the option to self audit?? Given the past rack record, it is vital to ensure that certification and audits provide real value which is why it is best to have independent third-party reviewers who are accredited to assess compliance within the set standards, this shouldn’t be optional as proposed, that “may” changes everything as it places no obligation on the commission to have any external certification and audit conducted. Under the proposed regulations the third-party certification body is contracted by the commission which calls its independence into question hence the need for stakeholder involvement in the selection process to further determine which third parties are deemed competent and independent enough. Furthermore it goes without saying, KEBS should be involved in the certification process. Richard as much as multi sectoral engagement is welcome, it must add value. The main function of ETAC is “to provide advice on the *Adoption and Implementation of electoral technology in the Commission*”. The closest definition of the term "electoral technology" I could find [I stand guided] is "software programs and electronic equipment, such as computers, printers, scanners, bar code readers and the Internet and other technologies used in elections that do not directly involve computers, but rather new materials, such as cardboard, fibreglass and plastic used in polling equipment". Therefore it is right to assume that for ETAC to conduct this function of advising the commission on the adoption and implementation of electoral technology they need some level of expertise in the area. Practically, what input do we expect from the AG’s office representative [most likely an advocate] on adoption and implementation of biometric voter registration, biometric voter identification and results transmission systems and such other electoral systems as listed under their functions?? Are the proposed members adding any value to the commission or is it just another rubber-stamping exercise in the name of multi sectoral engagement??? Why not cut to the chase by appointing experts who can get the job done as opposed to having a committee and providing the option of appointing experts to do the job. Regards, Esther K. On Mon, Oct 31, 2016 at 1:37 PM, Eshuchi Richard <eshuchi.richard(a)gmail.com> wrote: > Good afternoon, > > Indeed, the timelines are constrained. As informed, submission of > proposals has been extended to* Friday, 4th November, 2016*. > > We however, have to be cognizant that fast tracking adoption of the > proposed elections ICT regulations will expedite the procurement and > testing of technologies, a phase that proved to be very critical from the > post evaluation of the 2012 elections. > > Esther, there is an optional provision to have a professional firm conduct > the systems audit. On whether there is a need for an external audit and if > it should be mandatory to complement the internal one is an issue rightly > raised. > > Further, ETAC does have representation from relevant stakeholders > including MoICT (Suggestions on additional entities are welcome). The role > and responsibilities outlined in the proposed regulations are broad some of > whose performance is dependent on other Government entities. Technology > used is more than just the h/ware and s/ware, the purpose it is supposed to > fulfill does require multi sectoral engagement. We would therefore, be > wrong in assuming that tech recommendations are a sole preserve of > technology experts. > > > > Regards, > *Eshuchi RIchard* > > On 30 October 2016 at 23:59, esther nyambura via kictanet < > kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: > >> >> The timelines are too short to allow for any credible public >> participation. IEBC needs to extend the time for public participation. >> >> >> >> A quick perusal of the draft reveals that the commission has allowed for >> self-auditing of the system with no external checks and no standards >> pre-set to gauge the output. >> >> >> The proposed members of the Elections Technology Advisory Committee >> (ETAC) whose mandate is primarily to advise the Commission on “adoption >> and implementation of election technology” are not ICT experts and clearly >> don’t have the capacity to perform the functions. The mandate connotes a >> technical angle which should squarely be; reporting on effectiveness of >> ICTs currently in use, advising on areas of improvement and assisting in >> the implementation of new ICT tools in the electoral process. The draft >> attempts to remedy this by providing for powers to "appoint experts by >> the Committee whose knowledge and skills are necessary for the function of >> the Committee”. Why not appoint ICT experts as members of the committee >> and what is the point of having the members proposed with no technical >> knowledge to conduct their duties, is there any value addition by having >> the proposed members ??? >> >> >> >> Lastly, how is the Ministry of ICT not involved in the automation of the >> electoral process yet one of the core functions is coordinating >> informatization of all sectors of the economy? >> >> >> >> Regards, >> >> >> Kamande E. >> >> On Sat, Oct 29, 2016 at 6:30 PM, Ali Hussein via kictanet < >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >> >>> Richard >>> >>> Thanks for this. I have a question for you:- >>> >>> Do you think two working days and a weekend is enough to comment and >>> engage on such an important piece of legislation? >>> >>> Please dissuade me from thinking that this is just a way of ticking a >>> certain box called 'Public Participation'. >>> >>> Let me elaborate. When the Ministry of ICT wanted public engagement on >>> the ICT Policy 2016 they engaged us and gave us ample time to discuss and >>> give input. >>> >>> Can the IEBC look at increasing this time? I'm aware that the elections >>> are around the corner but surely let's do this right.. >>> >>> Ali Hussein >>> Tel: +254 713 601113 >>> >>> On 27 Oct 2016 1:11 p.m., "Eshuchi Richard via kictanet" < >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke> wrote: >>> >>>> Greetings, >>>> >>>> As stated in the introduction, >>>> >>>> ' The Elections Laws (Amendment) act 2016 came into force on 4th >>>> October 2016. This legal amendment requires the Commission to develop a >>>> policy on the progressive use of technology in the electoral process and >>>> also make regulations for the adoption and implementation of technology in >>>> the electoral process. >>>> >>>> The Act further establishes an integrated electronic electoral system >>>> consisting of voter registration, voter identification and results >>>> transmission that shall be used in the next general election. The >>>> commission has already deployed several technologies that play significant >>>> role in the delivery of the commissions mandate, vision and mission. >>>> >>>> A clear ICT policy framework that allows the commission to >>>> progressively adopt ICTs in the electoral process has been drafted to >>>> govern the deployment of technologies in the Electoral process. The >>>> Commission in line with the amended Act has established an Elections >>>> Technical Advisory Committee to oversee the adoption of technology.\ >>>> >>>> The Committee is composed of technical industry players and other >>>> stakeholders. Its first meeting was held on Wednesday 26 October 2016. In >>>> line with the principle of public participation, the Commission is >>>> welcoming contributions on the proposed draft regulations on or before 31st >>>> October, 2106. ' >>>> >>>> Comments can be sent on email to: ictregulations(a)iebc.or.ke >>>> >>>> Attached, are the proposed regulations FYI and input. >>>> >>>> -- >>>> Regards, >>>> *Eshuchi Richard* >>>> >>>> _______________________________________________ >>>> kictanet mailing list >>>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>>> >>>> Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/m >>>> ailman/options/kictanet/info%40alyhussein.com >>>> >>>> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >>>> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >>>> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >>>> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >>>> >>>> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >>>> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >>>> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >>>> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>>> >>> >>> _______________________________________________ >>> kictanet mailing list >>> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >>> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >>> >>> Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/m >>> ailman/options/kictanet/enkamande%40gmail.com >>> >>> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >>> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >>> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >>> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >>> >>> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >>> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >>> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >>> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >>> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> kictanet mailing list >> kictanet(a)lists.kictanet.or.ke >> https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/mailman/listinfo/kictanet >> >> Unsubscribe or change your options at https://lists.kictanet.or.ke/m >> ailman/options/kictanet/eshuchi.richard%40gmail.com >> >> The Kenya ICT Action Network (KICTANet) is a multi-stakeholder platform >> for people and institutions interested and involved in ICT policy and >> regulation. The network aims to act as a catalyst for reform in the ICT >> sector in support of the national aim of ICT enabled growth and development. >> >> KICTANetiquette : Adhere to the same standards of acceptable behaviors >> online that you follow in real life: respect people's times and bandwidth, >> share knowledge, don't flame or abuse or personalize, respect privacy, do >> not spam, do not market your wares or qualifications. >> > > > > -- > Regards, > *Eshuchi Richard* >

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Call for Public Input on Proposed Elections ICT Regulations
by Eshuchi Richard 01 Nov '16

01 Nov '16

Greetings, As stated in the introduction, ' The Elections Laws (Amendment) act 2016 came into force on 4th October 2016. This legal amendment requires the Commission to develop a policy on the progressive use of technology in the electoral process and also make regulations for the adoption and implementation of technology in the electoral process. The Act further establishes an integrated electronic electoral system consisting of voter registration, voter identification and results transmission that shall be used in the next general election. The commission has already deployed several technologies that play significant role in the delivery of the commissions mandate, vision and mission. A clear ICT policy framework that allows the commission to progressively adopt ICTs in the electoral process has been drafted to govern the deployment of technologies in the Electoral process. The Commission in line with the amended Act has established an Elections Technical Advisory Committee to oversee the adoption of technology.\ The Committee is composed of technical industry players and other stakeholders. Its first meeting was held on Wednesday 26 October 2016. In line with the principle of public participation, the Commission is welcoming contributions on the proposed draft regulations on or before 31st October, 2106. ' Comments can be sent on email to: ictregulations(a)iebc.or.ke Attached, are the proposed regulations FYI and input. -- Regards, *Eshuchi Richard*

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