Innovation Programme Designer and Developer

Furthr ) empowers entrepreneurs to start and scale new businesses through a range of tailored 'Acceleration' supports. Furthr is a European Business Innovation Centre ). Every year Furthr's Acceleration team supports over 300 new businesses 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.

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 someone with strong previous experience of programme design from the ground up, including determining the pedagogical approach and sourcing and creating unique learning content. The successful candidate will manage programmes through their lifecycle, learning and adapting based on programme performance. The role includes reviewing existing programmes and creating new ones, as well as supporting a "train the trainer" handover of content to the programme delivery team. The role requires a strong knowledge of enabling delivery technologies and an understanding of how technology, particularly AI, is changing business models of startups and how this impacts programme content. The role will be based at the Furthr office in the Guinness Enterprise Centre (GEC) with hybrid/remote arrangements as agreed with the Manager.

• Lead the design of structured entrepreneurial acceleration and 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 or equivalent experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline; Master's/Postgraduate qualification/MBA is a plus.
• Strong knowledge/experience of content authoring tools and Learning Management Systems.
• Highly competent in Microsoft 365.
• Strong communication, presentation and influencing skills; ability to communicate effectively at all relevant levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Strong project management, multitasking, and decision-making abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and learn in a dynamic environment; autonomous with a can-do attitude.
• Experience or exposure to Ireland's innovation and startup ecosystems is highly advantageous.

• Not Applicable

• Full-time

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Non-profit Organizations

• 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 events
• 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 opportunities

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.