Dear all,

The Wikimedia Foundation Board of Trustees is currently looking for an additional appointed trustee to fill the seat currently held by Bishakha Datta, who has announced that she plans to step down at the end of her term in December 2014. The Board Governance Committee is leading the search to fill the position on behalf of the Board. Please spread the word to those you would like to see on the Board!

The Board functions as a governance body that is ultimately responsible for the Wikimedia Foundation and its activities, supervises the disposition and solicitation of donations, and oversees the management of the organization. To find out more about the responsibilities and workings of the Board you can have a look at the Board handbook.[1]

We are seeking a trustee who is a leader in their field and who is committed to Wikimedia's values.[2] We are also particularly looking for someone with technical experience, who can bring expertise with strategic development and technical organizations to the Board. As always, the Board values diversity in its members.

Appointments are for a two-year term and involve 3-4 in-person meetings throughout the year, at least two in San Francisco, as well as online work and participation in a Board committee.

If you would like to suggest a name or nominate someone, please contact Ewen McAlpine at emcalpine@wikimedia.org, who is handling initial contact for the committee.

Kind regards,

María

Chair, Board Governance Committee

[1] http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wikimedia_Foundation_Board_Handbook

[2] http://wikimediafoundation.org/wiki/Values