Vacancy Call for Conversation Hour Lead, October 2024

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 | keywords    = DCW Conversation Hour
 | description = Apply for the role of [[DCW Conversation Hour|DCW Conversation Hour Lead]] by October 12.
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We are seeking applications from Wikimedians and other open-knowledge enthusiasts to support our [[DCW Conversation Hour]] as a Lead. The monthly open conversation hour has recently completed 21 editions engaging diverse range of experts and scholars throughout the globe. The lead will receive a monthly stipend of INR 8000 to appreciate the time invested in completing the tasks.

The primary responsibility of the Conversation Hour Lead is to effectively plan, communicate and moderate the sessions, as well as identify, invite, and select speakers and topics of concern. These tasks are carried out under the guidance of our Program Manager. Additionally, the lead is expected to:
# Create and manage event pages for the conversation hour on [https://dcwwiki.org/ dcwwiki.org].
# Draft and send invitations on several community mailing lists, and social media channels to maximize outreach. The lead will also be responsible for posting announcements on [[:meta:Deoband Community Wikimedia/News|our news page]] at Meta-Wiki.
# Ensure that the recordings of the conversation hours are timely made available on our YouTube channel for wider benefit. 
# Take minutes of the meeting from each conversation hour, compile and prepare a brief report about them. 

To apply, kindly email your CV in a PDF format with the subject line "Application for DCW Conversation Hour Lead" to us at ''{{nospam|dcw|wikimedia.org}}'' before October 12, 2024. Successful candidate will be notified by email in due time. The email body should address the following:
* Why are you interested in the role? 
* Have you previously contributed to the open knowledge movement?
* What do you hope to learn from this opportunity? 

;Eligibility Criteria
* Applications are open to Indian nationals only.
* Proficiency in English language.
* Proven communication and social skills.
* Preference will be given to volunteers from: [[:meta:Wiki Club AMU|Wiki Club AMU]], [[:meta:Wiki Club Deoband|Wiki Club Deoband]] and [[:meta:Wiki Club Jamia|Wiki Club Jamia]].