[Announce] Declaration of Council Election and call for Nominations

[Joshua Hesketh]

Hey all,

Just a reminder that voting is currently open. If you are a member and
would like to vote in the council election, please head over to
https://www.linux.org.au/membership/index.php?page=view-election&id=22
(see below for full details).

Cheers,
Josh

On 22/12/15 22:31, Linux Australia Secretary wrote:
> *
>
> Dear Linux Australia Community,
>
>
> Pursuant to clause (15) of the Linux Australia constitution [1] we
> hereby declare an election open and call for nominations to the Linux
> Australia Council for the term February 2016 to January 2017.
>
>
> All office bearer and ordinary committee member positions are open for
> election.
>
>
>   * Nominations will open from 22 December 2015 until 10 January 2016
>
>   * Voting will open 11 January until 31 January 2016
>
>   * Results will be announced at the AGM in Geelong at linux.conf.au
> <http://linux.conf.au/>on or after 01 February
>
>
> The election can be viewed here:
>
> <https://linux.org.au/membership/index.php?page=view-election&id=22>https://www.linux.org.au/membership/index.php?page=view-election&id=22
>
>
> *What do I need to do?*
>
>
> First of all, make sure your details are correct in MemberDB [2]
>
>
> If you wish to nominate, identify the positions you wish to nominate
> for and get an understanding of what they involve. Think about what
> you might bring to the role and prepare a short pitch. Then, accept the
>
> nomination you've been given by clicking the 'Accept nomination' link.
>
>
> If you wish to nominate another person for a position, you may wish to
> contact them first and have a chat to make sure they're happy being
> nominated. Then follow the 'Nominate' link to nominate them.
>
>
> Once voting is open, you will be able to vote for candidates. Results
> will be announced at the AGM at linux.conf.au <http://linux.conf.au/>.
>
>
> *Why should I nominate?*
>
>
> Being a member of Linux Australia Council is a fun way to meet new
> people, work on exciting projects and expand your skill base. It gives
> you excellent transferable skills to help build your career, and allows
>
> you to grow your professional network. It looks great on a CV, and is
> also a chance to give back to the vibrant Linux and open source
> ecosystem in Australia and globally. If you're passionate about Linux
> and open source, it's a great opportunity to help drive and steer
> Australia's contribution in this field.
>
>
> The roles do require a time commitment - a minimum of 2-3 hours per
> week for an Ordinary Council Member; for office bearers 8-12 hours per
> week - so please consider this with your nomination.
>
>
> *Why should I run?*
>
> If you’ve been nominated, or are thinking of nominating yourself, you
> should give the opportunity serious consideration. Being on the
> council is both hard and often thankless work, but it is also
> incredibly rewarding. Linux Australia can only achieve what it does by
> its members and helping out with the council responsibilities is a
> great way to ensure Linux Australia continues to be successful. It is
> also an opportunity to help the organisation grow, reach into new
> areas and to succeed on important topics of national relevance.
>
>
>
> [1]<http://www.linux.org.au/constitution>http://www.linux.org.au/constitution
>
> [2]<http://www.linux.org.au/membership>http://www.linux.org.au/membership
>
>
> As always, your feedback and questions are warmly welcomed. If you'd
> like to have a chat with anyone on Council around what it involves,
> please do make contact.
>
>
> With kind regards,
>
>
> Sae Ra
>
> *
> -- 
>
> Sae Ra Germaine
> Secretary
> Linux Australia
>
> secretary at linux.org.au
> http://linux.org.au
>
> Linux Australia Inc
> GPO Box 4788
> Sydney NSW 2001
> Australia
>
> ABN 56 987 117 479
>
>
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