This protocol defines the responsibilities, expectations, and processes for Stewards of the Network Nations Alliance. ## Instantiation **Trigger Type:** Status-based **Trigger Condition:** - An individual holds the Steward role ## Authority & Oversight | Role | Authority | Accountability | |------|-----------|----------------| | [[2. Structure/Roles/Steward|Steward]] | Operates per this protocol | Steward Council, Alliance Assembly | | [[Steward Council]] | Collective stewardship decisions | Alliance Assembly | | [[Alliance Assembly]] | Ultimate oversight of Stewards | The Constitution | ## Steward Selection ### Current Stewards are self-appointed with consent of existing Stewards: 1. Individual expresses interest in becoming Steward 2. Existing Stewards discuss and reach consent 3. If consent reached, individual joins Steward Council 4. Alliance Assembly informed at next gathering ### Future Selection process to be determined by Alliance Assembly. This protocol will be amended to reflect the decided process. ## Core Responsibilities **Infrastructure Stewardship** - Maintain Alliance platforms and tools - Ensure systems remain functional and accessible - Coordinate technical support and improvements **Asset Management** - Protect and evolve shared assets - Maintain treasury per [[3. Protocols/Asset Protocols/Treasury Management Protocol|Treasury Management Protocol]] - Ensure constitutional integrity **Facilitation** - Enable Alliance Assembly gatherings - Support activity formation and coordination - Coordinate Steward Council operations **Communication** - Maintain Alliance communication channels - Represent Alliance in external contexts - Keep Members informed of relevant developments **Operational Coordination** - Respond to Member needs and questions - Coordinate among Stewards on responsibilities - Ensure continuity of Alliance functions ## Rights & Responsibilities ### Rights | Category | Right | |----------|-------| | **Governance** | Full Member rights plus Steward Council participation | | **Operations** | Administrative access to all Alliance platforms | | **Treasury** | Signatory on multi-sig wallet | | **Representation** | Speak for Alliance in appropriate contexts | ### Responsibilities | Category | Responsibility | |----------|----------------| | **Availability** | Responsive to operational needs within reasonable time | | **Participation** | Active engagement in Steward Council | | **Stewardship** | Careful management of Alliance assets and resources | | **Service** | Orientation toward serving membership, not directing it | ## Expectations **Active Participation:** Participate in weekly/bi-weekly Steward Council coordination **Responsiveness:** Respond to operational matters within 48 hours when possible **Collaboration:** Work constructively with fellow Stewards **Transparency:** Document decisions and share information with Members ## Transition **Stepping Down:** - Steward provides 30 days notice when possible - Steward supports knowledge transfer to remaining Stewards - Responsibilities reassigned within Steward Council **Removal:** - Process to be determined by Alliance Assembly - Until then, Steward Council addresses concerns internally ## Annual Review Steward Council conducts annual self-assessment: - Individual reflection on contributions and challenges - Peer feedback within Council - Collective assessment of Council function - Adjustments to responsibilities or practices as needed ## Completion & Outputs **Protocol is ongoing while:** - Individual holds Steward role **Outputs:** - Operational records - Decision documentation - Annual review notes ## Related Protocols - [[Steward Council Protocol]] — Collective Steward operations - [[3. Protocols/Asset Protocols/Treasury Management Protocol|Treasury Management Protocol]] — Financial responsibilities - [[Member Protocol]] — Base membership expectations (Stewards are also Members)