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About AADAO

Atom Accelerator DAO (AADAO) is a community-owned organization with a mandate to support open source projects that drive value for ATOM token holders, through the administration of grants, and venture investments.

Position Overview

Fully remote; no location restriction.

We seek a temporary Oversight Committee Member to join the AADAO Oversight Committee.

This position requires professional objectivity and impartiality while assessing the DAO's adherence to its community approved mandate, particularly in areas of material importance to Cosmos Hub stakeholders. The role encompasses oversight of DAO members, grant administration, venture investments, and DAO treasury management – ensuring all activities align with established protocols and governance frameworks.

Success in this role requires demonstrated capability in both independent assessment and cross-functional collaboration. The oversight member must apply ethical and logical rigor in evaluating internal control effectiveness, assessing operational risks, and objectively interpreting the DAO’s compliance with governance proposals ratified by the Cosmos Hub community (Proposal 95, Proposal 865).

Time Commitment

This is a 20-35% FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) role requiring attendance at the following regular meetings:

- Weekly Oversight Committee meetings (as needed)

- Biweekly full team meetings, Thursdays at 1pm EST

- Weekly Strategy Committee meetings (observer status), Fridays at 10am EST

Tenure: December 15, 2024 - February 28, 2025 (possibly longer)

Note: AADAO operates under a community-approved mandate that expires in February 2025. Should the mandate not be renewed by the Cosmos Hub community, the DAO will transition into a maintenance phase where oversight responsibilities may be reduced in scope. Given this timeline, candidates should understand that the role's duties and time commitment could evolve based on the DAO's future operational status. The minimum FTE requirement from December 15, 2024 - February 28, 2025 will be 20-35% FTE.

Key Responsibilities

Policy & Governance

- Oversee implementation and enforcement of AADAO's governance framework,operational guidelines, and relevant best practices

- Lead mediation processes for policy-related disputes and provide authoritative interpretations of governance protocols when required

- Design and maintain internal control systems to protect against operational risks, fraud, and resource misallocation and or abuse

Grant Program Administration

- Conduct evaluations of active grants and investments to identify material deficiencies in performance, compliance, or resource utilization (as needed)

- Recommend corrective actions for underperforming grants, including but not limited to suspension or grant termination (veto power)

- Investigate and report on any irregularities or concerns in project execution or fund utilization

Reporting & Compliance

- Coordinate and assist in the preparation of comprehensive Transparency Reports for the ATOM community, ensuring accurate representation of DAO activities and its financial status

- Produce special reports to the ATOM community as required

- Lead investigations into allegations of misconduct or mismanagement, whether involving AADAO members, grant recipients, or investees

- Provide regular assessments of organizational compliance with established protocols and recommend improvements to existing control mechanisms

Community Engagement & Response

- Serve as a primary point of contact for community inquiries and concerns regarding AADAO's core activities, with particular focus on grant administration and venture investments

- Establish and manage secure channels for receiving and investigating community generated concerns and complaints

- Conduct thorough verification of community-sourced concerns while maintaining appropriate confidentiality

- Document and track the resolution of all community-raised issues, ensuring transparent communication of outcomes

- Maintain regular office hours in coordination with the community-elected oversight member to ensure consistent accessibility

- Provide timely updates to the community on significant oversight actions and operational developments

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field

- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in audit, compliance, risk management, or operations roles

- Demonstrated track record of maintaining objectivity and independence in professional settings

- Experience in reviewing and evaluating complex financial transactions and operational processes

Technical Knowledge

- Strong understanding of blockchain technology and Web3 organizational structures

- Working knowledge of the Cosmos ecosystem and ATOM governance mechanisms

- Familiarity with decentralized governance mechanisms and DAO operations

- Experience in evaluating grant programs or venture investments

- Understanding of on-chain transaction analysis and blockchain-based treasury management

Core Competencies

- Exceptional analytical skills with attention to procedural detail

- Strong documentation and reporting capabilities

- Experience in conducting investigations and evaluating evidence

- Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

- Excellence in written and verbal communication, with ability to articulate findings clearly to diverse stakeholders

Application Process

Candidates will be evaluated based on their experience, understanding of the role's responsibilities, and ability to maintain independence and objectivity in oversight duties.

To apply, please submit:

1. CV
2. Statement of interest:

1. Vision for maintaining AADAO's integrity and transparency
2. Two (2) professional references
3. Disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest

Links:
AADAO website
AADAO Oversight Github

AADAO Internal Protocols