Innovation Programme Designer and Developer

Guinness Enterprise Centre; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A Business Innovation Centre in Dublin is seeking an Innovation Programme Designer and Developer to lead the design and development of entrepreneurial programmes. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in educational programme design, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a hybrid environment. This role offers a competitive salary and additional benefits, contributing to the growth of innovative start-ups.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous Time off

Health Insurance allowance

Wellness Programme

Networking opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in educational programme design.
• Experience in working with Learning Management Systems.
• Strong knowledge of Ireland's innovation and startup ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of structured entrepreneurial programmes.
• Develop blended learning content and curricula.
• Monitor and evaluate programme outcomes.

Skills

Technological analyses

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

MBA or Master's/Post grad qualification

Tools

Microsoft 365

Learning Management Systems

Content authoring tools

Job description

Innovation Programme Designer and Developer

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About Furthr
Furthr (www.furthr.ie) 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 has 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.

The Role
Furthr is expanding its Acceleration team to 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 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 involves reviewing all existing programmes and creating new ones, supporting a 'train the trainer' handover of content to the programme delivery team. The role requires a strong knowledge of enabling delivery technologies and a strong understanding of how technology, in particular AI, is changing business models of startups, and how this in turn impacts 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 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.

Content Development & Pedagogy

• 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.

Stakeholder & Ecosystem Engagement

• 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.

Delivery Enablement

• 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.

Qualifications & Attributes

• 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
• 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

Key benefits

• Opportunity to work 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 promotes ongoing development opportunities

Furthr is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to equal employment and growing a diverse workforce. We embrace all gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, religions, ethnicities, ages, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, marital status or any other aspect which makes people unique. We support inclusive hiring and will provide reasonable accommodations during the interview process. If you require interview reasonable adjustments, please let us know when scheduling your interview.

This role is closing Monday September 19th.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Non-profit Organizations