[Hiring] Open Data & Wikidata Specialist @BorrowMyDoggy

Role Description

We’re looking for someone with experience contributing to Wikidata and an understanding of how structured, open data is used across platforms like search engines and knowledge panels. You’ll help ensure that information related to BorrowMyDoggy is accurately represented in publicly available datasets, in line with community guidelines and best practices. This is a research-led, detail-oriented role, focused on data accuracy, sourcing, and structuring information in a neutral and compliant way.

We’re a fun go-getter team who are incredibly supportive and always take initiatives to come up with ways to improve BorrowMyDoggy.

Responsibilities

• Review existing Wikidata entries related to BorrowMyDoggy and associated entities
• Add or improve structured data (e.g. company information, key people, attributes)
• Ensure all contributions follow Wikidata and Wikimedia guidelines
• Source and reference reliable, third-party information
• Identify gaps or inconsistencies in publicly available data
• Advise on best practices for maintaining accurate open data presence

Qualifications

• Experience contributing to Wikidata
• Strong understanding of reliable sources and citation standards
• Attention to detail and structured thinking
• Ability to work within neutral, non-promotional guidelines

Requirements

• Familiarity with Wikipedia policies (especially conflict of interest)
• Experience with knowledge graphs / SEO / structured data

Benefits

• Work with a fun and friendly dog-loving team
• Help shape the voice of a mission-driven brand
• Create content for a large and engaged dog-loving community