Hello all!
Very long post, so grab a tea or coffee!
It feels somewhat unusual writing a hiring proposal for the role I’m applying to, but I’m embracing the Web 3 format and going ahead with it. After a request on the forum to produce this, I have composed a comprehensive hiring document that could be easily replicated for other roles within the DAO, as well as my personal application to the role for consideration from the DAO / team.
I am open to additional input, but have tried to make the document as comprehensive as possible to protect both the DAO and hired individual.
Contents:
Role Name
Role Summary
Proposed Responsibilities
Moral Responsibilities
Platforms Utilized
Role Term Length
Termination
Contracted Hours
Salary
Reasonable Expenses
Extenuating Circumstances
Holiday
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My Application in a separate reply
Role Name:
DAO Lead
Role Summary:
The DAO Lead is responsible for overseeing the operation and governance of CityDAO, developing and implementing strategies for its growth and success, facilitating decision-making processes, and maintaining harmonious relationships both internally and externally to the DAO. The individual will also assist with budget and financial management, compliance with relevant CIPs, democratic process, laws and regulations, and improving the overall standard of the DAO and its projects. The role will involve utilizing various platforms for communication and organization to facilitate achieving CityDAO’s key goal: Building a blockchain native city
Proposed Responsibilities:
- Help guide and oversee the operation of the DAO, ensuring that it functions efficiently and effectively.
- Organize and help develop the team within the DAO.
- Develop and implement strategies for the growth and success of the DAO.
- Facilitate decision-making and governance processes, including facilitating discussions among DAO members.
- Communicate with and report to the DAO membership on the progress and status of the projects within the organization.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including members, partners, and regulators.
- Assist with monitoring the budget and financial resources of the DAO.
- Assist with improving the attractiveness of CityDAO to philanthropists and investors.
- Facilitate the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with any relevant laws and regulations.
- Promote transparency and accountability within the DAO, including through the use of blockchain technology and innovation where possible.
- Assist with passing CIPs and project proposals through the formal voting system and Snapshot.
- Continuously assess the effectiveness of the DAO and identify areas for improvement.
- Identify potential use-cases of projects within the DAO.
- Improve upon important KPIs, such as increasing governance participation and citizenship.
- Help organize CityDAO initiatives on physical land owned by the DAO.
- Organizing project documentation and reporting.
- Endeavor to be a voice of democratic reason, and provide neutral perspectives that compromises the diverse viewpoints within the DAO where possible.
- Participate in the various, established communication channels.
- Participate in live events and conferences if required.
- Assist with creative direction and creative input in the DAO.
Moral Responsibilities:
- Adhere to DAO policy matters including, but not limited to, discrimination, equality, diversity.
- Offer pastoral support to team members where possible to boost morale, improve cooperation, assist with personal development, and create a harmonious, friendly atmosphere in CityDAO.
Platforms Utilized for the Role:
- Notion Dashboard
- CityDAO Governance Forum
- Telegram
- Discord
- In-person conferences
This list may expand as development and activity in the role continues and may be adjusted formally between reviews if required.
Scope of Limitations:
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Limited scope of responsibility: The DAO lead is responsible for leading and organizing the project, but their authority and responsibilities are limited to the specifics outlined in the role responsibilities and any other relevant binding CIPs pertaining to limitations of power of the DAO Lead.
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Limited budget control: The DAO lead may not have control over the treasury, and will explicitly work within the requirements of the DAO in relation to the treasury, fund management, payments, and transfers. Any transactions should be done utilizing blockchain technology wherever possible to ensure accountability and traceability.
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Limited decision-making power: The DAO lead may not have the final say on certain decisions, and may need to consult with other members or seek approval from the DAO before making certain decisions. In the event the DAO Lead also operates in a role of decision-making capacity, such as a Delegated Multi-Sig, the DAO Lead will be limited to the scope of responsibilities outlined in said role in addition to the DAO Leaf role.
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Limited ability to hire and fire: The DAO lead may not have the authority to ‘hire’ or ‘fire’ team members or teams without first consulting with the DAO and also by seeking clear approval and/or consensus for any changes to a given team or project.
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Limited authority: The DAO Lead does not have executive authority and cannot make decisions on behalf of the entire DAO without consensus from the other members. Although the DAO Lead may have voting power, this power should not exceed that of any other member in the DAO, utilizing a One Person One Vote strategy when applicable.
Role Term Length:
The role will involve a six month term with the oppertunity for renewel at the end of the term.
Termination:
The DAO Lead and DAO should give one calender month (30 days) notice before terminating activity in the role, with a clear, reasonable reason given for termination on the governance forum.
In the event a DAO Lead forgoes their duties without reasonable explanation, the DAO may signal for the removal of the DAO Lead from the position on reasonable grounds.
Contracted Hours:
The number of dedicated hours will be agreed on an individual basis, and agreed in advance before commencing the role.
‘Salary’
The ‘salary’ will be paid as a monthly recurring grant. The amount will be agreed upon before the commencement of the role but should be sufficient enough to account for the DAO Lead’s time, effort, and skills.
Reasonable Expenses:
Reasonable expenses to perform a function of the role should be reviewed and approved by the DAO where applicable, for example:
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Communication expenses: In the event the DAO Lead is required to purchase and utilize a work phone, webcam, or other communication devices that relate to the performance of the role.
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Marketing and advertising expenses: In the event marketing is required for a project, the DAO should adequately fund this pending approval from the DAO.
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Professional development expenses: Should the DAO seek explicit professional development from the DAO Lead, expenses, such as education costs, should be clearly provided, approved, and covered.
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Travel expenses: If the DAO lead is required to travel for meetings, conferences, or other events related to their role, they may incur expenses such as flights, accommodation, meals, and transportation. These expenses should be clearly documented and a pre-agreed budget allocated and adhered to.
Expenses that fall into these categories, or any unspecified categories, must be clearly provided to the DAO prior to approval.
Extenuating Circumstances:
If the DAO Lead is unable to perform their responsibilities for a period, or indefinitely, then this should be clearly communicated with other team members and the DAO, as well as a justified reason for the extenuating circumstances. The nature of these circumstances should be discussed and resolved on a case by case basis.
Holiday:
The DAO Lead will not explicitly be paid for a holiday, but will continue to recieve their recurring grant as a standard during their hiring term. The DAO Lead may take a reasonable amount of time-off per year in relation to their proposed number of work hours.
The total number of days allocated for holiday will be agreed prior to the commencement of the DAO Lead role. As a proposed guideline, 25 days per year of holiday for a full-time DAO Lead operating for 35 hours per week is suggested based on averages of holiday and work hours in Europe.
The DAO should be notified of the dates of the holiday at least two weeks in advance by the DAO Lead, and the holiday period should not conflict with significant events that are important to the DAO, such as a major conference.
Any reasonable ammendments to the responsibilities of the DAO Lead may be implemented and reviewed by the DAO.
I hope this hiring document is comprehensive and illustrates at least some of my capacity to produce documentation and understand the nature of a DAO Lead. If there are any improvements to be had, please do let me know