DAO Partnerships Manager
Cayman Islands
Governance /
Full-time /
Remote
About Arbitrum Foundation
The Arbitrum Foundation is dedicated to scaling Ethereum through cutting-edge Layer 2 solutions. Our flagship product, Arbitrum One, an Optimistic Rollup, enables faster, more affordable transactions while maintaining Ethereum’s security and decentralization. We empower developers to build decentralized applications (dApps) that are both scalable and secure, using Arbitrum chains, which offer flexibility in performance and cost. Our mission is to enhance the Ethereum ecosystem and drive the adoption of Web3 technology by delivering high-performance, open-source blockchain solutions. Arbitrum is already the leading Ethereum scaling solution with hundreds of dApps on the platform and over $13bn TVL.
At the Arbitrum Foundation, we value decentralization, innovation, and community. We are committed to shaping the future of decentralized finance and blockchain technology, and we’re looking for passionate individuals to help us build the next generation of the Web.
Your Role
The Arbitrum Foundation is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable professional to serve as the primary bridge between the Arbitrum Foundation Partnership team and ArbitrumDAO. This individual will play a pivotal role in coordinating business initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the success of projects leveraging Arbitrum technology.
Scope of Work
- Act as the Point of Contact for Delegates and DAO members: Serve as the main liaison between the Arbitrum Foundation and ArbitrumDAO on matters related to grant funding. Facilitate open communication and alignment of goals between all parties.
- Coordinate Business Initiatives: Work with the ArbitrumDAO to plan, develop, and execute initiatives that drive ecosystem growth. Ensure DAO-related initiatives align with the ecosystem’s strategic objectives.
- Promote Ecosystem Growth Best Practices: Educate and support the ArbitrumDAO with ecosystem growth best practices, process optimizations, and decision-making frameworks.
- Leverage DAO Support: Advocate for and secure ArbitrumDAO support in strategic initiatives led by the Arbitrum Foundation. Work collaboratively to identify areas where DAO involvement can provide maximum impact.
- Facilitate Conflict Resolution: Address and mediate misunderstandings or conflicts between the Foundation and DAO, ensuring all concerns are resolved amicably.
- Reporting and Metrics: Prepare periodic reports to track progress, highlight achievements, and identify areas for improvement in the Foundation-DAO collaboration. Present insights and data to stakeholders to enhance transparency and alignment.
Your Responsibilities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with ArbitrumDAO members.
- Design and implement strategies to align Foundation and DAO priorities.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions to enhance DAO capabilities.
- Stay updated on industry trends and innovations to bring valuable insights to the ArbitrumDAO.
- Monitor the DAO’s operations, identify challenges, and proactively address them.
- Represent the Arbitrum Foundation in DAO discussions, ensuring mutual trust and collaboration.
What You'll Need
- DAO Knowledge: In-depth understanding of decentralized autonomous organizations, including governance structures, processes, and tools.
- Ecosystem Growth Expertise: Previous experience working inside an ecosystem that is actively onboarding developers in the crypto industry
- Grant Expertise: Familiarity with best practices in grant management and an ability to develop and implement effective grant policies and procedures.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, convey complex concepts, and facilitate productive discussions.
- Strategic Thinking: Proven experience coordinating large-scale initiatives and aligning diverse interests toward a common goal.
- Analytical Aptitude: Ability to analyze governance data, understand trends, and craft actionable recommendations.
- Experience: Previous experience working with DAOs or in a similar liaison role is highly desirable.
Arbitrum Foundation Perks
The Arbitrum Foundation's benefits program is designed to prioritize the health and well-being of you and your family. Our comprehensive compensation package offers a range of benefits for all full-time employees:
- Remote first global workforce
- Industry-leading healthcare insurance
- Home office set-up allowance
- Wellbeing allowance
- Growth / continuing education allowance
- Flexible time off
- Company-issued laptop
The Arbitrum Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. The Arbitrum Foundation is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We believe in integration and equal opportunity. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and applicants with a disability may request to be accommodated throughout the recruitment process. We will work with all applicants to accommodate their individual accessibility needs.
If you believe you're a strong candidate but don’t meet every requirement listed in the job description, we still encourage you to reach out. We’d love the opportunity to connect and explore how you could be a great fit for the role.
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