Overview

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.

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.

Requirements

    • 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.

Desired Attributes

    • Self-motivated and proactive.
    • Strong advocate for decentralization and blockchain innovation.
    • Collaborative mindset with an ability to balance multiple priorities.
    • Passionate about building and nurturing communities.