Django Software Foundation Seeks Executive Director
The Django Software Foundation (DSF) has announced the search for its first Executive Director, a crucial step to manage its growing operational responsibilities beyond volunteer efforts. Six Django development agencies have collectively pledged over $47,500 to fund the role for its first year. This initiative aims to enhance support for Django Fellows, improve fundraising, and ensure the long-term sustainability of the Django framework. The job posting will be released soon, and further community contributions are encouraged.
- →Six Django agencies pledge over $47,500 to fund ED role
- →New role to enhance DSF operations and Django's future
- →Django Software Foundation launches search for Executive Director
- →Call for community and corporate contributions
- →Job posting and announcement timeline
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- Six Django agencies pledge over $47,500 to fund ED role
Caktus Group, Lincoln Loop, Six Feet Up, Cuttlesoft, OddBird, and Two Rock have jointly committed $47,500 to support the Executive Director's first year, providing the necessary financial foundation for the hire.
- New role to enhance DSF operations and Django's future
The Executive Director will oversee crucial areas such as sponsorship development, grant management, and coordination with working groups, aiming to secure the framework's long-term viability and expand the DSF's impact.
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- Job posting and announcement timeline
The DSF board is formalizing the hiring process, with the job posting expected in the coming weeks and subsequent announcements across their official communication channels.
Notes (2) ›
- Django Software Foundation launches search for Executive Director
The DSF is hiring its first Executive Director to manage day-to-day operations, community outreach, and financial reporting, addressing the limitations of volunteer-only board management as the foundation has grown.
- Call for community and corporate contributions
The DSF is seeking additional donations from companies that build on or use Django, as well as individual contributions via Open Collective, to meet the ongoing costs of the Executive Director role and programs.
https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2026/jun/17/announcing-the-search-for-a-dsf-executive-director/