National Data Custodian (NDC)
The National Data Custodian (NDC) serves as the central authority responsible for overseeing the implementation, compliance, and management of WDG's digital governance principles within a country. This role ensures national policies align with global WDG standards while safeguarding the nation's digital sovereignty.
Core Responsibilities
Governance Oversight
Oversee the comprehensive implementation of WDG frameworks and principles.
- Supervise PROSE principles adoption at national level
- Ensure adherence to the EAT Model for digital governance
- Coordinate between global and local governance bodies
- Monitor implementation of governance frameworks
Policy and Regulation
Lead the development and implementation of national digital governance policies.
- Draft and review digital governance policies
- Certify regulations aligned with WDG guardrails
- Collaborate with Governing Body on policy implementation
- Ensure policy compliance with global standards
Data Integrity and Security
Ensure secure and ethical management of national data resources.
- Manage National Data Mirror synchronization
- Oversee data protection protocols
- Implement encryption and access control
- Monitor ethical AI usage compliance
Appointment Process
Nomination
- Candidates nominated by Governing Body
- Support from utility organizations
- Endorsements from national leadership
- WDG global leadership recommendations
Qualification Criteria
- Expertise in data governance and AI ethics
- Proven leadership experience
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks
- Demonstrated ethical standards
Evaluation and Tenure
Evaluation Process
- Independent panel assessment
- Technical capability evaluation
- Leadership skills assessment
- Scenario-based testing
Term and Accountability
- Fixed term of 10 years
- Performance-based renewal option
- Annual performance reviews
- WDG Audit Division oversight
Global WDG Integration
Authority Division
- Policy certification
- Regulatory alignment
- Standards compliance
Audit Division
- Compliance reviews
- Performance monitoring
- Corrective actions
Acceleration Division
- Resource allocation
- Implementation support
- Technology adoption