Innovation Programme Designer and Developer

Furthr ) empowers entrepreneurs to start and scale new businesses through range of tailored 'Acceleration' supports. Furthr is a European Business Innovation Centre ). Every year Furthr's Acceleration team supports over 300 new business through the provision of individual mentorship and delivery of accelerator programmes and masterclasses. Furthr VC plays an active role in investing. Since 1988 Furthr have helped Ireland's innovative start-up founders to raise a total of €500+ million. Over 80% of Furthr-assisted companies have secured third-party finance, and more than 500 companies have raised funding through Furthr-managed programmes. We help Irish start-ups to go further, faster.

About the Role: Furthr is growing and expanding its Acceleration team to further support the design, development and delivery of programmes for its client base. The Innovation Programme Content Designer and Developer will play a pivotal role in the development of existing programmes and the design and development of new programmes. It requires somebody with strong previous experience of programme design from the ground up, including the determination of the pedagogical approach and the sourcing and creation of unique learning content. The successful candidate will be required to manage all programmes through their lifecycle, learning and adapting based on programme performance. The role will involve reviewing all existing programmes, and the creation of new programmes. It will also involve supporting a 'train the trainer' handover of content to the programme delivery team. The role will require a strong knowledge of enabling delivery technologies that will complement programme delivery. It will also require a strong understanding of how technology, in particular AI, is changing business models of startups, and how this in turn impact on programme content.

Work Location: Furthr office in the Guinness Enterprise Centre (GEC) and remotely per Smart working (hybrid) policy and as agreed with the Manager.

In particular, the Innovation Programme Designer and Developer will be responsible for:

• Lead the design of structured entrepreneurial acceleration & Innovation programmes and targeted masterclasses.
• Develop curricula that blend theory, practice, and real-world application, ensuring high relevance for entrepreneurs at varying stages.
• Identify and integrate sectoral trends, case studies, and ecosystem insights into programme design.
• Create and oversee development of blended learning content (workshops, online modules, toolkits, case examples).
• Apply best-in-class teaching and learning methodologies, including experiential, action-based, and peer-to-peer learning approaches.
• Design pre-work, in-session, and post-session activities that reinforce participant engagement and retention.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts, mentors, and industry leaders to co-develop relevant content.
• Build and maintain connections within Ireland's entrepreneurial ecosystem (investors, corporates, universities, agencies).
• Continuously gather feedback from participants and stakeholders to refine programme design.
• Develop facilitator and mentor guidelines to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
• Explore and implement innovative digital tools and platforms to enhance learning experiences.
• Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes, producing insights and recommendations for improvement.

• Five+ years in educational programme design
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline or relevant experience supplemented with equivalent qualification
• Master's/Post grad qualification/MBA degree a plus
• Ability to conduct technological analyses and research
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills with the ability to communicate effectively and confidently at all relevant levels
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong team player and excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Highly competent in Microsoft 365
• Strong knowledge/experience of content authoring tools
• Experience of working with Learning Management Systems in the deployment of content and programmes
• Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and time management skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and projects and learn in a dynamic environment
• The role requires a person with a "can do" attitude and a strong sense of autonomy and the ability to work off their own initiative
• Experience /exposure to Ireland's innovation and startup ecosystems would be highly advantageous

• Opportunity to work role in an organisation whose mission is to deliver game-changing impacts for start-up and scale-up Founders
• Competitive salary
• Generous Time off (Annual Leave and company days)
• PRSA Employer Contribution
• Income Protection and Death in Service Group Scheme
• Health Insurance allowance
• Wellness Allowance
• TaxSaver and Bike to Work Scheme
• Wellness Programme & Culture Forum (Employee Resource Group)
• Voluntary Time Off & Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Regular team-based activities and social activities
• Convenient city centre location in Dublin 8
• Opportunity to work within a creative, collaborative and energetic team
• Networking opportunities with new start-up ventures
• Personal and professional development - Furthr is a strong promoter of personal and continuous professional development

Furthr is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We embrace those of any gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, marital status or any other aspect which makes them unique; and we want our team members to reflect this. Furthr actively supports inclusion in the workplace and will endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations as requested by candidates throughout the interview process for this position. If you require interview reasonable adjustments, please let us know when scheduling your interview.

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• Full-time

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