GAID High-level Panel of Advisers Minimize

The High-level Advisers provide policy and expert advice to the Strategy Council and the Steering Committee.

Terms of Reference

Composition

The Group of High-level Advisers is composed of distinguished practitioners, policymakers and experts recognized in their respective fields who are able and willing to contribute to and support the mission and objectives of the Global Alliance. Advisers serve in their personal capacity. High-level Advisers are designated by the Executive Coordinator in consultation with the Chairman of GAID, for a 2-year renewable term.

Functions

The High-level Advisers:

  • Bring to the attention of the Alliance relevant developments in theory and/or practice in the field of ICT for development;
  • Provide to the Strategy Council and Steering Committee policy and expert advice on areas within the remit of the Global Alliance based upon their research and/or practical experience, including through reports, papers, presentations and participation in virtual and face-to-face dialogue sponsored by the Global Alliance;
  • Respond to explicit requests for information and input originating with the Strategy Council and/or Steering Committee;
  • Contribute, in the format best suited to their individual areas of expertise, time and other resources to the activities of the Communities of Expertise, Regional Networks and/or Stakeholders Groups of their interest.

Members