Wiki In Africa/Job

Wiki In Africa is a South African-based NGO that initiates and manages knowledge contribution programs across Africa and beyond. The most notable of these are Wiki Loves Africa, Wiki Loves Women (including the Focus Group, SheSaid, and Inspiring Open), WikiAfrica Hour, WikiChallenge Ecoles d’Afrique, and WikiFundi. There are additional drives, associated projects, and Wikimedia movement campaigns that we proudly create, support, and take part in.  

2024 will be the 7th year since Wiki In Africa was officially registered, although some of the projects are now in their 10th year of activation.

Links

• Website: https://www.wikiinafrica.org
• On the Wikimedia Meta portal: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa
• Why Wiki In Africa: https://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Wiki_In_Africa/Focus
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyG_DCysivx59E2olI_BEcQ
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WikiAfrica
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/WikiAfrica

Wiki In Africa – CLOSED Paid Position: Translator

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 10 September 2024 – everywhere on Earth

Wiki In Africa is looking for an English / French translator to support Wiki in Africa throughout 2024 (and beyond). This person must have experience within the Wikimedia community. The winning applicant will be hired as a preferred service provider to work across multiple projects. The position is entirely remote.

Successful applicants should expect to provide translation from English language (source) into French language in the following situations (by order of likelihood):

• translation of content on wiki pages (in particular on Meta and on Commons)
• translation of content directly on documents (such as press releases, newsletters, reports, social media posts, etc.)
• translation of webpages (such as on Wiki in Africa websites hosted on WordPress)
• provide occasional live interpretation support, such as meetings and webinars, ensuring accurate and timely communication between participants in real-time.
• subtitling of videos
• transcription of french videos or audio
• translation of visuals (hosted on Canva)
• etc.

Translation tasks are expected to range between 1 to 20 hours per week. Payment will be based on an agreed hourly rate. Working schedule is largely flexible (as long as deadlines are respected and occasional coordination meetings attended).

The person

Consider applying if you have the following:

Essential skills

• Exceptional and demonstrable writing skills in French
• Can read, write and communicate in English
• 2+ years experience in the wikimedia ecosystem
• Experience editing wikis
• Experience with translation using the Translate extension on the Wikimedia projects
• Experience contributing to websites (WordPress), Youtube, and word processors
• Time management, self-organisational skills, and ability to meet deadlines.

Very nice to haves

• Understanding and experience of using the TranslateWiki extension to prepare a wiki page for translation (markup)

Nice to haves

• Experience in using translatewiki
• Experience in Canva

Eligibility

• Candidates should be gender-sensitive and live on or be from the African continent. We will accept candidates from outside Africa as long as they have direct and recent African experience.
• This is a remote, service opportunity to be conducted from the successful candidate’s place of residence or an alternative space. As such, they are expected to have the correct visa or work permit to reside in the country they will be working from Wiki In Africa will not facilitate the application of visas or work permits or the transition from one country to another.

The applicant should have daily access to a personal computer and reliable internet.

Allowance and duration

• This is not a volunteer position, it will be paid per agreed rate.
• 3-month duration; start 1st October – ends 31st December 2024. Renewable.
• The tasks are pegged between 1 to 20 hours per week, paid monthly on presentation of invoice and timesheet.
• As a short-term service level position, this does not constitute ongoing employment with Wiki In Africa. However, there might be future opportunities within the organisation.
• No additional payments will be made for national holidays, holiday leave, or sickness.
• Local tax obligations or other legal implications are the responsibility of the contractee.
• More information can be found at https://www.wikiinafrica.org.

Application

• Apply link to form
• Attach CV + Motivation Letter as to why you are eager to be considered for this role
• DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10th September 2024 – everywhere on Earth

Wiki In Africa: Program Facilitator 2024 : CLOSED

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 4 December 2023 – midnight, everywhere on Earth

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We are looking for a multi-skilled program facilitator to support Wiki in Africa throughout 2024 (and beyond) who has experience in, and is excited, by communicating to the Wikimedia community through live broadcasting and campaigns, and also has a passion for Wikipedia in education. This person should have experience within the Wikimedia community. The position is entirely remote. The role The position involves two roles: Live Broadcast Facilitator Lead Ambassador for WikiAfrica Tools All tasks are expected to be conducted over approximately 20 hours per week or 0.5 FTE. Successful applicants should expect to manage the following tasks associated with each of the projects: Role 1: Live Broadcast Facilitator (10 hours per week or 0.25 FTE) In the Live Broadcast role, the program facilitator will be tasked with the production of Wiki In Africa’s successful WikiAfrica Hour vodcast. Additional exciting tasks include researching, planning, and instigating new channels for existing and future content. Operations: Live Broadcast Production The Contractor will: Produce WikiAfrica Hour, the monthly live webcast (including special events and launches) throughout the year. Communicate effectively with Wikimedians about upcoming shows – on-wiki and off-wiki and via social media Collaboratively research, develop, and implement extensions of the live broadcasting format, more efficient delivery of the Newscasts, and the use of its archival content via other communications channels. Analysis: Project Impact Reports The Contractor will: Compile metrics and analytics, feedback and surveys, and monthly reports to the WIA team. Compile an end-of-the-year “Results and best practices” and an internal report for internal evaluation and the overall WIA activity report. Role 2: Lead Ambassador for WikiAfrica Tools (10 hours per week or 0.25 FTE) This role involves being the general lead ambassador for two of Wiki In Africa’s technology tools: WikiFundi and the ISA Tool. The Lead Ambassador role involves The contractor providing: Visibility through up-to-date and relevant communications outreach and promotion through both on-Wiki and off-Wiki channels Training or office hour sessions to facilitate the effective use of both tools Compile impact data through metrics, analytics, usage reports and surveys The ISA Tool tasks will involve: Working with the Wiki In Africa team to support the success of internal (Wiki In Africa) and external ISA Tool campaigns. Encouraging and supporting the Wikimedia Community’s use of the ISA Tool to run campaigns. Monitor the ISA Tool health and liaise with tech development to fix bugs, and Improving the accessibility of the tool through community drives for key improvements, such as translations. WikiFundi tasks will involve: Implementing, facilitating, and supporting an ambassador network for WikiFundi, Researching the offline and education landscape across Africa for strategic partnerships and opportunities, and Providing effective communications across on-Wiki and off-Wiki spaces. The person Consider applying if you have the following: Essential skills 2+ years experience in a project management or community development role, Experience in facilitating groups and building communities, Organising events (online or offline), Wikimedia experience across multiple platforms Exceptional and demonstrable writing and interpersonal communication skills in English Time management, organizational skills, and ability to meet deadlines. An analytical mind and ability to think critically. Be proactive and eager to take initiative. Managing tasks independently and as part of a team Experience contributing to websites (WordPress), social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Youtube,  and/or Instagram), word processors, and spreadsheets. Nice to haves Production experience in media, broadcasting, or podcasting, Has fine-tuned knowledge of a range of community and project management-related software (e.g. Qualtrix, etc.) Experience in design and communications platforms (e.g. Canva, Hootsuite, Mailchimp, etc.), Experience or familiarity with StreamYard Can read and write French (not mandatory, but would be very appreciated). Eligibility Candidates should be gender-sensitive and live on or be from the African continent. We will accept candidates from outside Africa as long as they have direct and recent African experience. This is a remote position to be conducted from the successful candidate’s place of residence or an alternative space. As such, they are expected to have the correct visa or work permit to reside in the country they will be working from. As such, Wiki In Africa will not facilitate the application of visas or work permits or the transition from one country to another. To be considered, the applicant should have daily access to a personal computer and reliable internet. Allowance and duration This is a paid position. 11-month duration; start 1st February – ends 31st December 2024. Extendable. The tasks are pegged at 0.5 FTE over 12 months (allowance should be made for expected peak periods). As a contract position, this does not constitute ongoing employment with Wiki In Africa. However, there is an opportunity for growth within the organization (to be discussed at a performance review). No additional payments will be made for national holidays, holiday leave, or sickness. Local tax obligations or other legal implications are the responsibility of the contractee.     More information can be found at: https://www.wikiinafrica.org Application Apply : application closed Attach CV + motivation letter as to why you are eager to be considered for this role DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07 January 2024 – everywhere on Earth Wiki Loves Africa 2024 Ambassadors : CLOSED We are looking for 4 individuals to become Wiki Loves Africa Linguistic Ambassadors to heighten awareness of, support during, and participation in the Wiki Loves Africa contest and related activities. The ambassadors will assist the international organizing team to manage and coordinate the project throughout 2024 and will be distributed in linguistic categories thus: French Portuguese English Arabic DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 4 December 2023 – midnight, everywhere on Earth See more information and application link here : Wiki In Africa/Wiki Loves Africa/Ambassadors

Wiki Loves Africa 2023 Facilitator : CLOSED

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 5 December 2022 – everywhere on Earth

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Context Wiki Loves Africa Now in its 9th year, Wiki Loves Africa is one of the largest photography and media contests on the African continent. It is run across the whole continent, however, some specific actions (training, communication etc.) are held in some countries with national organisers. The theme for the 2023 Wiki Loves Africa is Climate and Weather. Wiki Loves Africa has achieved much over 8 years: Over 88,640 images collected 10,380 unique submitters Images viewed 1,044,490,672 times altogether (June 2022) 337+ events in 26 African countries Submitted images viewed 25,072,328 times each month (June 2022); 80%+ of competitors are newbies; A Wiki Loves Africa winning image was included in the Journeys Through Our Fragile Heritage exhibition at the UNESCO, Paris; and Wiki Loves Africa’s ISA tool is the Winner of the Best Multimedia Tool Prize at WikiData Conference 2019 The role We are looking for a Wiki Loves Africa Facilitator to heighten awareness of, support during, and participation in the Wiki Loves Africa contest and related activities. The Wiki Loves Africa Facilitator will manage and coordinate the project throughout 2023. This includes the creation and development of vital, relevant and timely information about this flagship project to facilitate the involvement of, and provide opportunities for, the larger photographic, media and Wikimedian communities across Africa. The facilitator will provide support to WIA global organisers with the organisation of the contest itself. They will provide support to local organisers and competitors during the contest. Finally, they will engage with the communities for year-round engagement and training to support and grow the Wiki Loves Africa related activities. Specifically, the Wiki Loves Africa Facilitator will focus on engagement with Africa’s photographic, media and Wikimedia community and improve access to opportunities and skills development. We are looking for a person who has experience within the Wikimedia community, significant participation experience, and a passion for photography and other media. The position is entirely remote. Responsibilities may include, but are not be limited to, the following: - Administrative and project management assistance for Wiki Loves Africa 2023 contest and associated projects throughout 2023. This includes (but is not limited to) timeline and task management and implementation, community engagement (organisers and photographers), skills building, online events, jury process facilitation and report writing. - On-Wiki and photographer communications and events to focus awareness, and build understanding and skills towards quality contributions over the longterm. This includes (but is not limited to) masterclass and webinar planning, database management, collaborations on campaigns, awareness of opportunitie and community engagement. - Community awareness to support organiser participation in Wiki Loves Africa by ensuring visibility on community channels. This includes (but is not limited to) communication, alerts, content production,and  community empowerment and engagement. - Community health monitoring (in line with UCoC) through feedback meeting, polls and surveys, metrics assessments, documentation and reports. The person Consider applying if you have the following: Essential skills 2+ years experience in a project management or community development role Photography as a passion or profession Wikimedia Commons knowledge, including licencing, permissions, etc. Experience in facilitating groups and building communities, Organising events (online or offline), Wikimedia experience across multiple platforms Exceptional and demonstrable writing and interpersonal communication skills in English Time management, organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines. An analytical mind and ability to think critically. Managing tasks independently and as part of a team Experience contributing to websites (wordpress), social media platforms (such as Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Youtube, and/or Instagram), word processors and spreadsheets. Nice to haves Has fine-tuned knowledge of a range of community and project management related software (e.g. Qualtrix, etc.) Experience on design and communications platforms (e.g. Canva, Hootsuite, Mailchimp, etc.), Can read and write French (not mandatory, but would be very appreciated). Eligibility Candidates should be gender-sensitive, and live on or be from the African continent. We will accept candidates from outside Africa, as long as they have direct and recent African experience. This is a remote position to be conducted from the successful candidate’s place of residence or an alternative space. As such, they are expected to have the correct visa or work permits to reside in the country they will be working from. As such, Wiki In Africa will not facilitate the application of visas or work permits, or the transition from one country to another. To be considered, the applicant should have access to a personal computer and reliable internet. Allowance and duration This is a paid position. 12 month duration; start 1st January – ends 31st December 2023. The tasks are pegged at 0.5 FTE over 12 months (allowance should be made for expected peak periods). As a contract position, this does not constitute on-going employment with Wiki In Africa. However, there is an opportunity for growth within the organisation (to be discussed in performance review). No additional payments will be made for national holiday, holiday leave or sickness. Local tax obligations or other legal implications are the responsibility of the contractee. More information can be found at: https://www.wikiinafrica.org Application Apply on the form Attach CV + motivation letter as to why you are eager to be considered for this role DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS : 5 December 2022 – everywhere on Earth

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