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Contribution Path Charter: govNERDs Charter S7

This Charter outlines the structure and responsibilities of the govNERDs and its participants.

This is a Contribution Path Charter. This Charter clearly outlines the scope and responsibilities of the Contribution Path so the program can be more effectively managed by the community but it does not mean that the contribution path inherits the properties of elected Councils (which operate under Council Charters.)

All contribution paths are open to the community and are not executed by elected representatives. Anyone interested in governance and willing to engage in community activities can join the govNERD Contribution Path if they meet the requirements outlined in our governance docs. 

Mission Statement

The govNERDs aim to reduce the Foundation's role in core governance operations by reliably and efficiently executing and facilitating core governance operations.

Goals

Become the trusted operational backbone of Optimism governance

  1. Make 100% of voting announcements (votes, vetos, rf rounds) during S7 and Reflection Period
  2. 100% of questions are answered in less than 48hr in: 1)gov-general, 2)delegate-discussion, 3)retrofunding-discussion
  3. Publish voting cycle guides for every voting cycle with minimal edits by the Foundation
  4. Publish voting cycle roundups for every voting cycle with minimal edits by the Foundation
  5. Organize at least 1 support call for RF applicants for each RF round
  6. Issues that require Foundation response are escalated to the Foundation within 48 hours

Develop and document clear processes for governance operations execution

  1. Develop and update Internal Operating Procedures documents for all recurring tasks of the govNERDs execution.

Create clear pathways for community members to contribute meaningfully

  1. Support onboarding new delegates
  2. Organize and accommodate the mentorship of new govNERDs

Key Performance Indicators

These, in addition with the goal completion, measure the success of the govNERDs

  • Foundation satisfaction score (target: >8/10)
  • Delegate/Citizens satisfaction score (target: >8/10)
  • govNERD retention rate (target: 100%)
  • Response time to governance queries (target < 48 hours)

Structure

Signing Structure

The govNERDs will operate under the Lead's direction without a multisig structure, as the scope of work is operational rather than financial in nature. govNERDs may manage a voting multisig, to assist with voting cycle management, in the future.

Normal Circumstances

The govNERDs will:

  • Execute governance operational tasks according to established procedures
  • Maintain communication channels and documentation
  • Provide support to the community through designated channels
  • Report progress, metrics, issues and relevant conversations to the Foundation

Emergency Circumstances

While the govNERDs do not have emergency powers, they will escalate urgent governance operations issues to the Foundation or relevant structures as needed.

Participants

Cohorts and Terms

The govNERDs structure consists of:

  • 1 Lead
  • 3-9 core govNERDs
  • govNERDs-in-training and wannabe-govNERDs via the contribution path

Core govNERDs are selected through an application process managed by the Foundation, with input from the Lead. Contributors serve for one season and may re-apply in the future.

Responsibilities

Members

Core govNERDs are responsible for:

  • Making voting announcements for Season 7 and reflection period
  • Drafting voting cycle guides, roundups and copy
  • Organizing and hosting support calls for Retro Funding applicants
  • Answering community questions within 48 hours in designated channels
  • Monitoring and reporting forum and Discord activities
  • Contributing to governance documentation and improvement
  • Dedicating 4-6 hours per week to program responsibilities
  • Support the Foundation in establishing clear pathways to onboard and welcome new delegates (TH) or guest voters (CH)
  • Support onboarding of new govNERDs through mentorship

GovNERDs in training are responsible for:

  • Reading onboarding material and getting up to date with current governance season.

  • Regular checkins with their mentor govNERD

  • Answering community questions that are within their governance understanding

  • Coordinating and escalating issues above their understanding to their mentor.

  • Attending govNERD calls and govNERD externally organized calls (office hours, Retrofunding Support)

Lead

The Lead's role is procedural, communicative, and managerial. Key responsibilities include:

  • Setting program direction and priorities
  • Developing and maintaining operational processes
  • Aligning govNERD activities with Foundation needs
  • Managing task distribution, quality, and completion
  • Serving as primary point of contact with Foundation
  • Gathering and implementing feedback
  • Dedicating 10hours per week to program responsibilities

The Lead should not hold other leadership positions within the Collective to ensure adequate focus on program responsibilities.

Resignation Process

If a member wishes to resign before the end of their term, they must:

  • Provide written notice to the Lead at least 7 days prior
  • Complete knowledge transfer of ongoing tasks
  • Return any program resources or access credentials

Accountability

  • The Lead’s performance is measured against the goals and KPI’s of the program outlined in the GovNERD S7 Lead Foundation Mission.
  • govNERDs performance is measured against individual responsibilities and tasks
  • The Lead will collect feedback, tasks and relevant meeting notes to be shared with the community in an end of season retrospective

Budget

Total Budget: The budget will be provided by the Foundation as outlined in the Season 7 Foundation Mission Requests

  • Lead: 10,285 OP (8,000 for Season 7 + 2,285 for Reflection Period)
  • Core govNERDs: 3,214 OP per govNERD(2,500 for Season 7 + 714 OP for the reflection period)

Iteration

The canonical version of this Charter will be published to GitHub. Any material updates to the Charter will be reflected with a new version number, at which point the updated version will go into effect.

Regular review and iteration of processes will occur through:

  • Once per voting cycle 1:1 meetings between Lead and Foundation
    • Progress Review and Strategic alignment.
  • As needed 1:1 meetings between Lead and govNERDs
    • Individual performance, feedback/suggestions.
  • Once per voting cycle public Office Hours with all govNERDs
    • Operational updates and team coordination.
  • Mid season feedback session with all govNERDs and Foundation
    • Performance review, process optimization, and planning.

Please note: All of the contributor roles and associated rewards described here are intended for independent and engaged community members who volunteer to provide their knowledge and expertise to the Collective and receive an honorarium in the form of OP. These volunteers are not employees of the Collective, the Foundation, or any of its affiliates for any purpose.