Proposal: Deputy Team Representatives for the WordPress Training Team

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The WordPress Training Team is considering the introduction of Deputy Team Representatives to support our existing Team Reps, and we’d like your feedback on this proposal.

Why Are We Considering This? As a volunteer-driven team, we recognize that our Team Reps occasionally face periods where work, personal commitments, or other responsibilities may limit their availability. Currently, when a Team RepTeam Rep A Team Rep is a person who represents the Make WordPress team to the rest of the project, make sure issues are raised and addressed as needed, and coordinates cross-team efforts. needs to step away temporarily, we lack a formal backup system. This can potentially impact team operations and communication flow.

In the proposed role, Deputy Team Reps, will act as backup leaders who would step in when primary team reps are unavailable or need additional support. This role would help maintain consistent team operations during temporary gaps in availability.

Proposed Structure

This is a part-time role with a much smaller window of commitment. We have discovered over the years that asking for a full year or two of time isn’t always possible. The idea is to allow more people to contribute in leadership roles.

3-month maximum term
Backup support role (not a permanent Team Rep position)
Focus on maintaining continuity during primary Team Rep absences

Potential Responsibilities

Assist with team meeting facilitation when needed
Support communication between team members and the broader WordPress community
Help manage ongoing team projects and initiatives
Provide coverage during primary Team Rep absences
Contribute to team decision-making processes

Questions We’re Seeking Feedback On

Do you think Deputy Team Reps would be beneficial for our team?
Is the 3-month term appropriate?
What qualities should we look for in Deputy Team Reps?
How should we handle the selection process?
What additional responsibilities should be included or excluded?

We want to hear from our community members about this proposal. Please share your feedback and suggestions in the comments below or in our team SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel.

This proposal aims to strengthen our team’s leadership structure while acknowledging the realities of volunteer commitments. Your input will help shape how we move forward with this initiative.

Next Steps, we’ll collect and review all feedback over the next few weeks before making any decisions about implementing this role.

Please share your thoughts on this proposal by the 7th of February.