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OWASP Global Projects Division: Volunteer Opportunities
The OWASP Foundation is currently recruiting a hand full of volunteers that can assist with project administration and project support duties. This is an excellent opportunity to work with InfoSec based projects on a global scale, whilst working in a supportive environment where training is readily available for your duties. Please look at the opportunities below, and apply by submitting your CV and a short 250 word paragraph outlining your interest in the role. Please submit your application by e-mailing projects@owasp.org. A member of the OpsTeam will respond within 5 days after reviewing your application.

Part-Time Project Support Volunteer
Job Description

The OWASP Foundation is currently recruiting a Part-Time Project Support Volunteer that can assist with project administration duties for one of our Flagship Projects. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high profile OWASP project, whilst working in a supportive environment where training is readily available for your duties. The Project Support Volunteer should be able to contribute at least 5 hours a week to this project, and have the following skills and experience:

Desired Skills and Experience:


 * Competent user of Google Docs, and Wiki Page editing.
 * A basic understanding of project administration methodologies. (Don't worry, I can teach you)
 * Good Interpersonal and team player skills.
 * Good drafting skills such as minute taking.
 * Good organisational skills.
 * Good numerical skills to manage small project budget account.
 * Ability to manage and prioritise workload and time effectively.
 * Be able to respond well to changing priorities when required.

In this role, you will be responsible for:


 * Keep all project documentation up-to-date, and take meeting minutes.
 * Write and communicate new developments and announcements to relevant stakeholders.
 * Keep track of project expenses and budget.
 * Update the project wiki page on a weekly basis with relevant/up-to-date information.
 * Monitor project mailing list activity, and make sure all queries are managed.
 * Develop and submit monthly progress reports to the OWASP Project Manager.
 * Contribute at least 5 hours a week to project administration duties.

Additional Comments

The application deadline for this role is December 28, 2012. If you are interested in the Part-Time Project Support Volunteer role, please e-mail your resumé, and a short paragraph outlining your interest in the role, to projects@owasp.org. A member of the OpsTeam will get back to you after we have reviewed your application in full. Thank you for your interest in this role.