Job Description for Ecosystem Data & Insights Lead at IO Global - Remote (Global)
Who are we?
IOG, is a technology company focused on blockchain research and development. We are renowned for our scientific approach to blockchain development, emphasizing peer-reviewed research and formal methods to ensure security, scalability, and sustainability. Our projects include the Cardano blockchain, as well as other products in the areas of decentralized finance (DeFi), governance, and identity management, aiming to advance the capabilities and adoption of blockchain and Web3 technology globally.
We invest in the unknown, applying our curiosity and desire for positive change to everything we do. By fueling creativity, innovation, and progress within our teams, our products and services are designed for people to be fearless, to be changemakers.
What the role involves:
As a Ecosystem Data & Insights Lead will define and implement strategies for measuring and understanding Input | Output's (IO) developer ecosystem. This role involves conducting research on developer communities, leveraging knowledge of blockchain and decentralized technologies, and implementing CRM systems. The individual will develop IO's ecosystem intelligence function to translate ecosystem health metrics into business value.
Lead Ecosystem Data Strategy
- Act as the primary strategist for ecosystem data and social intelligence across IOG’s product lines and initiatives.
- Develop and implement a cohesive, high-level strategy for data gathering, analytics, and ecosystem metrics reporting that aligns with IO's long-term objectives.
- Define and implement clear ROI metrics.
- Create an ecosystem maturity model combining quantitative and qualitative indicators.
Lead CRM Implementation & Integration
- Develop and execute ecosystem CRM strategy focused on developer ecosystem needs.
- Ensure data quality and consistency across platforms.
- Create a unified reporting framework showing clear business impact.
Oversee Data Collection & Analysis Projects:
- Run end-to-end social listening and research projects, ensuring smooth execution from data collection to insights delivery.
- Focus on translating data into actionable insights that support business growth and competitive positioning including developer/DApp tracking and governance monitoring
- Maintain early warning systems for strategic issues and opportunities.
Develop Innovative Research Methodologies:
- Design and implement mixed-methodology studies (quantitative and qualitative) that address business objectives, providing valuable insights that shape product development, marketing, and ecosystem initiatives.
Leverage AI for Enhanced Data Insights:
- Utilize AI and machine learning tools to optimize data collection,
- Enhance insights generation, and improve predictive accuracy across ecosystem data.
- Integrate AI-driven methodologies for tasks such as trend prediction, sentiment analysis, and community behavior modeling to deepen understanding and guide strategic decisions.
Link Data to Business Objectives:
- Establish a metrics-based framework for linking ecosystem and social intelligence data to IO’s broader business goals, demonstrating how ecosystem and community initiatives contribute to strategic outcomes.
Promote Social Intelligence Across Teams:
- Champion the value of social intelligence within IOG, educating internal teams on research methodologies and showcasing practical applications to drive business results and champion a data driven culture throughout IO and related ventures.
Drive Data-driven approaches to ecosystem growth:
- Enable broader access to ecosystem insights through intuitive dashboards, reports, and data visualization tools, allowing non-technical stakeholders to engage meaningfully with data insights and championing their use.
- Track high-impact projects through clear success metrics. Build network maps showing community influence patterns per roles and sectors.
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