Merge Forward

Contributor wanted: Merge Forward Mentorship Program

Summary: Catherine Paganini, Catherine Paganini, announces the launch of the Merge Forward (MF) Mentorship Program and is seeking experienced contributors to help manage it. The program aims to enhance skills and visibility for the cloud native community members. Contributors will design and manage the application process, coordinate and match mentees with mentors, and need strong organizational skills for data analysis. This is not for entry-level contributors; rather, it's for those with an active background in cloud native ecosystems. The role offers networking opportunities, skill enhancement, and the potential for professional growth. Interested individuals are encouraged to join the #merge-forward channel on CNCF Slack.
AI Summary

We're looking for multiple contributors to help launch and manage the Merge Forward (MF) Mentorship Program. This is a strategic MF program that will help MF community members grow their skills and become active and visible cloud native members.

What You'll Do

  • Design the application process. Work with the team to draft the application forms for both mentees.

  • Coordinate applications. Review and score applications, and match mentees with the best-fit mentors.

  • Facilitate connections. Coordinate introductions and help get each mentorship pair started on the right foot.

  • Spreadsheet analysis. One person with strong spreadsheet and organizational skills will be needed to help with application data matching.

Who We're Looking For

This is not an entry-level contributor role. We need community members who have been active in the cloud native community for multiple years. You should have a deep understanding of how the ecosystem works and a track record of successfully contributing to other projects.

What's in It for You?

This is a chance to make a real impact on the next generation of cloud native community members. You'll expand your professional network, build relationships with various groups of emerging talent and established experts, and gain valuable experience in program management. You'll also be able to demonstrate your leadership skills and commitment to growing the community, which will elevate your professional profile and potentially open doors to new opportunities.

This role is great for anyone who is looking to level up their communication, time management, and process engineering skills. It is also ideal for people looking to build competencies in organization, coordination, and people engagement. 

Next Steps

Have questions? Please post them in this discussion. If you're interested, join the #merge-forward channel on the CNCF Slack and express your interest there. We look forward to seeing you.

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