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Systems and Infrastructure— Online Community (Remote Volunteer)
Descripción
Descripción
Infrastructure & Backend Systems Support
Remote · Volunteer · Flexible / Ongoing
Description
AFK Cafe is a consent-based online community centered on creativity, connection, and sustainable participation. We prioritize clarity, stability, and systems that support people rather than overwhelm them.
We are seeking a Systems & Automation Steward to help maintain and evolve the backend infrastructure that keeps the Cafe running smoothly. This role focuses on Discord bots, automations, permissions, and the quiet systems that make everything else possible.
This is not about adding tech for the sake of tech.
It’s about building calm, reliable systems that reduce cognitive load for everyone.
What This Role Supports
Systems & Automation Stewards help:
- Maintain Discord bots and automations
- Improve backend workflows and role logic
- Troubleshoot technical friction
- Translate community needs into functional systems
- Document how systems work so knowledge is shared
Examples of What This Role Looks Like
- Fixing or adjusting a bot that stops working
- Creating reminder automations for events
- Improving role assignment workflows
- Testing new tools that could reduce manual work
- Writing simple documentation for how a system functions
- Helping leadership translate ideas into usable systems
What This Role Is Not
- Not constant troubleshooting
- Not expected to build complex code from scratch
- Not on-call tech support
- Not responsible for every tech decision alone
This is collaborative infrastructure care.
Commitment Details
Ongoing, flexible volunteer role with asynchronous contributions and occasional coordination around system needs and updates.
How We Work Together
You’ll collaborate with:
- Admin
- Slack Stewards
- Documentation/Training roles
Major system changes are discussed collaboratively to protect stability.
Skills Helpful (Not Required)
- Discord bot familiarity
- Automation logic
- Workflow thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Systems documentation
Alignment and problem-solving mindset matter more than technical mastery.
Cause Areas
Technology for Good
Community Development
Digital Accessibility
Other Requirements
- 18+
- Comfort working asynchronously
- Collaborative mindset
- Willingness to document changes clearly
Volunteers Needed
1–2
Why This Role Matters
When systems run quietly in the background, people can focus on connection and creativity.
This role protects the foundation that allows the Cafe to function sustainably.
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Application & Alignment Process (Important)
To be considered for a moderator role, you must join the AFK Cafe Discord.
Applications submitted without joining the Discord will not be reviewed, and no follow-up will be initiated.
AFK Cafe is a values-led community. If someone joins the Discord but does not show interest in learning about the cafe, its values, or the people who make up the space, we are unable to assess true alignment. In those cases, applications will not move forward.
This step is not a test. It is an invitation to experience the community before committing to a leadership role.
Next Steps
- Submit the interest application
👉 https://tinyurl.com/AFKCommunityApplication
- Apply to join the AFK Cafe Discord
👉 https://discord.gg/DQYZ4Z7pSm
When you join, please mention that you came from Idealist so we can connect you to your application.
- Explore the community
You will be encouraged to spend time getting a feel for the environment, values, tone, and population of the cafe.
- Follow-up & placement
If there is mutual alignment, a follow-up application or conversation will clarify interests, capacity, and next steps. There is no pressure to proceed.
Alignment matters more than speed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to join the AFK Cafe Discord to be considered?
Yes. AFK Cafe is a live, relational community. Applications will not be reviewed unless the applicant has joined the Discord. We do not follow up on applications submitted without Discord participation.
Why is joining the Discord required?
Moderation at AFK Cafe is grounded in presence, values, and real interaction. Joining the Discord allows both you and the team to assess whether the community feels like a good fit before moving forward.
What does “explore the community” mean?
It means spending some time observing and engaging—reading channels, joining conversations, attending an event, or asking questions. You are not expected to perform or prove yourself, only to show genuine interest in understanding the space.
What if I join but do not participate much right away?
That is okay. We are not looking for instant visibility. However, if there is no demonstrated interest in learning about the cafe, its values, or its people, we will not be able to assess alignment and the application may not proceed.
Is this a competitive or fast-moving process?
No. We prioritize alignment, capacity, and sustainability over speed. There is no pressure to move forward if the fit is not mutual.
Will someone contact me after I apply?
Only if the application and Discord presence indicate potential alignment. Not all applications receive follow-up.
Is this a paid role?
This is a volunteer role with opportunities for leadership experience, skill development, and professional reference upon request, based on role performance.
Who is this role best suited for?
People who enjoy shared experiences, value community care, communicate reliably, and want to help create spaces that feel both welcoming and well-held.
