About this role
Role Description
Make a real difference in the blockchain industry! Build the change you want to see. Cardano's on-chain governance is live, and the decisions being made now are shaping the ecosystem for years to come. The Cardano Foundation is looking for an agile Ecosystem Governance Coordinator to work within our Governance Team and build the Foundation's governance engagement into a standing capability.
The ideal candidate combines structured execution with true fluency in Cardano governance, bringing a clear grasp of what DReps, SPOs, and the Constitutional Committee each influence. As a politically adept relationship-builder, you know how to represent the foundation authentically. You are energized by the Cardano community and firmly believe that governance credibility is earned through daily consistency, not announcements.
You will have the following responsibilities:
Community outreach and DRep engagement Run the Foundation's DRep communications: newsletter, community calls, and forum presence, on a cadence the community can rely on. Revive and grow the Foundation's presence in DRep and delegator discussions across X, Discord, and the Cardano forum. Represent the Foundation's published governance positions clearly and accessibly to technical and non-technical audiences alike. Stakeholder relationships and coalitions Build and maintain working relationships across the governance landscape: DReps, Stake Pool Operators, Constitutional Committee members, and ada holders. Coordinate internally with colleagues who own the SPO relationship so the Foundation speaks with one voice. Help build durable coalitions around Foundation-aligned positions, grounded in education, alignment, and genuine participation. Governance strategy support Support the evolution of the Foundation's governance strategy and its DRep thesis. Help draft and shepherd governance-related CIP and CPS submissions and constitutional amendment work. Contribute to the Foundation's governance positions: the published priorities and principles that govern how we vote. Operational backbone Own meeting notes, action tracking, and the decision log so governance work does not depend on anyone's memory. Provide support to the Foundation's Governance Advisory Team. Track governance actions end to end, from submission through to enactment, and keep internal stakeholders informed.
Qualifications
3-6 years of experience in governance coordination, community management, programme management, or stakeholder relations, ideally within a blockchain, open-source, or member-driven organization. Working fluency in the Cardano governance landscape (CIP-1694, DReps, SPOs, the Constitutional Committee, treasury), enough to act on direction with limited hand-holding. Proven ability to launch, manage, and sustain high-engagement initiatives, including newsletters, community call series, and collaborative working groups. Excellent written and spoken English, with the ability to make complex governance topics readable. A proven system for tracking commitments across multiple stakeholders (be prepared to walk us through your approach when applying for the role!). Comfort operating with a high degree of autonomy in a fully remote, internationally distributed team. Willingness to travel occasionally (roughly 4–6 international trips per year) for summits, community events, and team gatherings.
Requirements
Governance literacy: you can explain CIP-1694 mechanics and the real dynamics between DReps, SPOs, and the Constitutional Committee. Execution and follow-through: you run things on cadence and close loops without being chased. Communication and community-building: you write well and you build trust in public. Political judgment and discretion: you sense the optics dimension before it becomes a problem. Learning velocity: this ecosystem moves, and so do you. AI fluency: leveraging AI capabilities and digital tools to augment your workflows and unlock new operational efficiencies.
Benefits
Enjoy the benefits of remote work with the flexibility to tailor your hours that best supports your productivity, while staying aligned with the team. We foster a collaborative remote environment where ideas flow freely and everyone feels empowered to contribute. We believe in continuous growth and development. Every employee receives an annual learning budget to invest in their professional journey. We provide opportunities for growth and encourage you to continuously evolve your skills and expertise within a supportive environment. Your work will directly contribute to the development and adoption of Cardano, shaping the future of blockchain technology and its real-world applications. Connect with your colleagues and strengthen team bonds through a dedicated annual team building event, as well as a departmental team-building day. Enjoy an extra day off for your birthday and additional days off to celebrate milestone work anniversaries. Surround yourself with a team of dedicated individuals who are driven by a shared passion for blockchain technology and its potential to change the world.