Knowledge manager set up - Knowledge Classic

Summary:

Can we set up a Knowledge Manager user in the system to author and manage articles without having to a party_id?

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Client wants to have a non-worker in the system with the Knowledge Manager role to manage/author articles. Does the Knowledge Manager needs to be an employee in the system with a party_Id?

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