Moderator / Facilitator Handbook

Role Description for unDavos Summit: Moderator / Expert Moderator

Purpose/Context

As a Moderator or Expert Moderator at the unDavos Summit, you are responsible for guiding and enhancing the dynamics of a specific session. Your role is crucial in introducing topics, facilitating discussions, and ensuring the session remains engaging and on track with its intended agenda.

Responsibilities

• Introduce the session's topic and speakers to the audience.
• Facilitate the discussion by asking insightful questions that drive the conversation forward.
• Monitor the time to ensure the session adheres to its scheduled duration.
• Engage both the speakers and the audience to maintain a lively and interactive session.

Skills Needed

• Ability to animate and energize discussions, keeping the session dynamic and engaging.
• Strong connection skills to effectively interact with both speakers and audience members.
• Excellent time-management skills to ensure the session runs according to schedule.
• Proficient in guiding discussions in a way that elicits thoughtful responses and keeps the audience engaged.

Hours per Assignment

• The duration of the assigned session, including preparation time prior to the session for coordination with speakers and familiarization with the session content.

Expected Effort

• Pre-Davos: Prepare by familiarizing yourself with the session topics, speakers, and key discussion points.
• During Davos: Actively moderate the session, ensuring a smooth flow of conversation and adherence to time constraints.