Business Course Writer

Permanent employee, Full-time · Germany, Switzerland, Ireland

Your opportunity:

Join us in creating impact in the blockchain industry! Be part of the change you want to see.

As a Business Course Writer at the Cardano Foundation, you will be responsible for crafting educational material tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences in enterprise. The ideal candidate will not only have a passion for blockchain but also possess a strong business acumen and the ability to communicate technical concepts in a clear and compelling manner to non-technical audiences (business leaders, decision makers).

Working within the Education Team, you will have the ability to produce high quality, technically accurate, and engaging educational content that drives adoption and understanding of the Cardano blockchain.

In this role you will report directly to the Director of Cardano Academy and have the following responsibilities:

Research and Writing:

Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on blockchain technology for business and industry trends, as well as emerging developments with the technology to inform course content and curriculum design.
Maintain a robust understanding of how blockchain is being used in industry, for business leaders and organizations.
Understand the business value and practical applications of blockchain technology and be able to articulate how it can drive innovation, streamline processes, and create tangible business value for our primary target audience, namely enterprise and government.
Write clear, concise, and compelling educational content that communicates the business value of blockchain in a manner accessible to senior stakeholders within enterprise organizations.
Simplify technical blockchain content into common language texts, real world analogies and examples that are easy for executives, key stakeholders and decision makers from enterprise to understand the value of blockchain adoption and digital transformation.
Ensure the accuracy and technical precision of course content by verifying information with reputable sources and subject matter experts.
Stay abreast of advancements in blockchain technology, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks, updating course materials accordingly to reflect the latest trends and developments.
Develop an internal network within the Foundation to identify key people, from Product, Business Development, Legal, Engineering and other departments to understand the products they build, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information is incorporated into course materials.

Training and Education:

Work with the Education and Business Development Manager to develop and refine blockchain-focused course outlines and materials tailored for a business to business audience.
Create educational content on blockchain for business, including but not limited to: training materials, masterclasses and online courses.
Work with the Education Manager on initiatives to continually improve the educational offerings based on participant feedback and industry developments.
Work with the Education Manager to evaluate learner feedback, performance metrics, and industry developments to continuously refine and improve course content, delivery methods, and learning outcomes.
Review and edit content created by others to ensure accuracy, clarity, and quality, as well as tone of voice alignment with the Cardano Academy brand.
Attend and contribute to team meetings and participate in collaborative projects.
Contribute to the overall strategy and vision of the Cardano Foundation's educational initiatives, playing a key role in shaping the direction and impact of blockchain education for enterprise audiences worldwide.

Your story:

Proven track record of at least 3 years working as a dedicated full-time writer in producing educational materials.
Bachelor's degree in Literature, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Science Writing, Computer Science, or a similarly related field/experience (Master's degree preferred).
Proven experience in instructional design, curriculum development, or content creation, with a focus on blockchain technology.
Proven experience in simplifying technical content into easy to understand business level output (textual and visual) for non-technical, business audiences with little different levels of knowledge on the topic.
Experience in designing and writing course content, particularly in a business to business setting focused on blockchain technology.
Deep understanding of blockchain fundamentals and their practical applications in enterprise settings, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to senior stakeholders.
Understanding and application of pedagogical principles for active learning in online or hybrid environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of effectively engaging and influencing senior audiences within enterprise organizations with training.
Proficiency in using educational technology tools, learning management systems, and multimedia software for content creation and delivery.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Passion for blockchain technology and its potential to drive innovation, streamline processes, and create tangible business value for enterprise organizations.
An enthusiastic approach to education and a passion for empowering professionals through learning.

Your impact:

Empower Business Leaders: Equip enterprise decision-makers with the knowledge and insights they need to confidently explore and adopt blockchain solutions.
Accelerate Adoption: Drive the widespread adoption of Cardano blockchain technology within the enterprise sector by creating compelling educational materials that showcase its practical benefits and potential.
Bridge the Knowledge Gap: Translate complex technical concepts into clear, business-focused language, making blockchain technology accessible and understandable to diverse audiences.
Inspire Innovation: Spark curiosity and enthusiasm for blockchain technology, encouraging senior stakeholders to explore its potential to transform their industries.

Nice to have:

Knowledge of Cardano and its community.
Completion of the Academy’s Cardano Blockchain Certified Associate (CBCA) Course or similar certifications.
Experience ideating, creating, and producing online courses.
Experience in creating video/scripts.

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About us

The Cardano Foundation is an independent, Swiss-based not-for-profit organization. The Foundation is tasked with advancing the public digital infrastructure Cardano and works to anchor it as a utility for financial and social systems, thus empowering the digital architects of the future.

The Foundation facilitates the worldwide advancement of Cardano in enterprise applications. It develops infrastructure tooling—including where there may not be an immediate commercial use case—plus strengthens operational resilience, and drives diversity of on-infrastructure use cases as well as the development of sound and representative governance.

Another significant part of the Cardano Foundation’s mission is to engage with and support the Cardano community. The Foundation assists the development of tools the community can use to leverage Cardano to solve problems in new ways.

The Cardano Foundation has incredible employees from over 24 nationalities, across 3 continents, working together to grow the Foundation.

Here at the Cardano Foundation we are transparent, inclusive, passionate and innovative. We aim to have a positive impact on global change and breed a harmonious working environment for our employees to flourish.

Benefits:

You will have the flexibility and freedom to work from home with flexible working hours. We work remote, but also have the chance to meet together for team off sites and different events and conferences. We encourage a culture of collaboration in a remote work environment.
You will have access to an annual learning budget dedicated to professional and personal development. Moreover, we encourage and create a deep learning environment where you also learn from the passionate people from your team and during various trainings, workshops and AMA sessions
A day a year is dedicated to a departmental team activity fun day out.
You will have the opportunity to dedicate a volunteering day to help the greater community or to serve as an expert in your field of work within the blockchain community.
You are given an additional day off on your birthday and additional days off as per established work anniversary milestones.

Equal opportunities employer:

The Cardano Foundation strives to provide a diverse, inclusive and welcoming working environment. We are committed to being a discrimination free organization - including discrimination free space with regards to age, religion, race, nationality/ethnic origin, disability, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Cardano Foundation does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications as well as any associated fees. Unsolicited applications will be treated as direct applications regardless of the channel through which we receive them.

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