Please describe your proposed solution

We pinpoint "developers, designers, and other employees have difficulty finding job opportunities or collaborating with employers in the Cardano ecosystem in Ethiopia" as a major concern facing the Cardano community. This is because there isn't a specific platform that allows experts to showcase their abilities successfully and helps businesses locate the talent they need for their projects. The few linkages between employers and professionals hinder the growth of the Cardano ecosystem.

It is critical to implement a mechanism like employability skills and attitude formation that makes it easier for businesses searching for qualified personnel in the Cardano ecosystem to interact with talented employees

Our proposed solution: Work for ADA

Work for ADA platform is intended to give employees designers, and developers of Ethiopia. These experts can construct thorough profiles on this platform that showcase their accomplishments, expertise, and relevant qualifications in the fields of blockchain and Cardano technology.

Users will be able to submit comprehensive details about their professional history, including degrees earned, technical know-how, prior employment history, and finished projects. Additionally, they will be able to add qualifications that relate to the Cardano blockchain, demonstrating their proficiency in this area.

We will mainly provide employability soft skill training that enhances their professional career, like self-discovery, building self-esteem, effective communication, effective planning, personal finance, understanding the work environment, and effective job searching.

Employers will be able to consult employee's profiles, assess their skills and experience, and make direct contact with the most suitable candidates for their projects. Users will be able to accept ADA payments directly on the platform by integrating their Cardano wallets into their profiles in addition to conventional data like their CVs.

To put it clearly, the "Work for ADA "platform seeks to establish a vibrant community in which experts in Cardano blockchain technology may exhibit their abilities, work together with other community members, discover career prospects, and support the growth of the Cardano ecosystem with the help of professional soft skill training and job fair events to make them stand out of the crowd.

Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community

Young Development professionals proficient in the Cardano blockchain will find employment opportunities greatly impacted by this project. We aim to link skilled Cardano developers and designers with possible employers in the Cardano community by offering a platform specifically designed for them. We will also train them with soft skills that are useful for employability in the work environment. As a result, developers will find it simpler to locate employment opportunities in Cardano-related initiatives, which will promote the ecosystem's growth and expansion.

Demonstration of positive impact on the Cardano community

Today there are several challenges that Ethiopian professionals are experiencing, and some of them include, restricted global employment chances, a decentralized payments system, and insufficient practice for employment candidacy. Our platform solves these issues by:

Providing Global Access: ADA allows professionals to be paid directly through a digital wallet without stressing about local restrictions on payments.

Enhanced Job-Matching: The platform also has the ability to match employers and job-seekers since it has an AI-based system.

Skill Building: On top of the job openings, we provide skills for employment that are relevant in the contemporary market such as blockchain enabling human capital readiness.

Value-Add: Unlike existing platforms, we amalgamate ADA payments with employability training and location solutions, with the aim of making the professionals globally marketable.

Network involvement and usage rates: We'll keep a careful eye on the number of active users, the creation of profiles, member interactions, and other data associated with platform utilization. A high rate of interaction will show how beneficial the platform is to the community.

Employment and partnership rates: We'll keep tabs on the number of developers and designers working together on projects or finding employment as a result of professional opportunities listed on the platform. A high rate of collaboration and placement will attest to the platform's tangible influence on Cardano blockchain specialists' careers.

Case research and successful experiences: We'll be sharing case reports and accomplishments on a regular basis, showcasing the accomplishments of companies that have used the platform to hire competent candidates as well as developers and designers who have used it to find professional possibilities. These motivational tales will help to highlight the platform's beneficial effects on the Cardano community.

Certification based on Cardano: we will give certificates to whoever finished the soft skill training with Cardano's name.

Target audience

There will be two main stakeholder communities involved in this project, as well as other parties

Our target audience will be mostly composed of young designers and developers with experience with the Cardano blockchain. They will work with other community members, look for professional possibilities, and highlight their relevant experience and talents on the platform.

Employers and participants in the Cardano ecosystem: The online platform will be used by potential employers, community projects, startups, and Cardano blockchain enterprises to identify and hire suitable experts for their efforts and projects.

Lastly, there will be trainers to give employability soft skill training.

What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Capability to Deliver and Validate Approach Feasibility:

We have an experienced team of blockchain and marketing professionals with the skills needed to successfully complete this project.

Our team has the capability of proven experience in blockchain technologies and soft skill employability training needed in the work environment, especially in Ethiopia.

Market Research and Target Segments

• Market Size:
• The global market for freelance services is estimated to reach $455 billion by 2025. In Ethiopia, the tech employment sector is growing rapidly, projected to expand by 12% year-on-year as more companies embrace digitization.
• TAM (Total Addressable Market): 150,000 Ethiopian tech professionals.
• SAM (Serviceable Addressable Market): 50,000 professionals who are actively looking for global job opportunities.
• SOM (Serviceable Obtainable Market): We expect to capture 10% of the SAM in the first 2 years, equating to 5,000 users.

Primary Research: Surveys of local Ethiopian professionals revealed that 85% were interested in global job opportunities, and 72% expressed difficulty in receiving international payments due to the lack of digital financial services.

Market Segmentation & Customer Profiles

• Developers (50%): Software engineers, and blockchain developers.
• Designers (30%): Graphic, UI/UX designers.
• Other Tech Professionals (20%): Data scientists, and digital marketers.

These professionals will become users due to the platform's competitive advantages in Cardano integration, international job access, and employability training.

Pricing Strategy

Our pricing model includes:

• Freemium model: Free access to job listings with optional paid features (e.g., advanced matching, employability courses).
• Competitor Pricing: Compared to platforms like Fiverr and Upwork, which charge up to 20% of freelancer income, we will charge only 5-10% commission for premium services, creating a more affordable option.

Go-To-Market Plan

1. Digital Marketing:

• SEO: Targeting relevant keywords like “Ethiopian freelancers” and “ADA blockchain jobs.”
• Social Media: Active engagement on LinkedIn and Facebook to create awareness.

2. Strategic Partnerships:

• Collaborate with local universities and coding academies to onboard professionals.
• Partner with Cardano communities globally for job listings and training modules

Cardano Proficiency:

Our team has acquired in-depth knowledge and skills specific to Cardano. This includes the ability to design and develop applications leveraging Cardano's blockchain technology.

Financial Management:

Our dedication to responsibility and trust extends to the responsible handling of cash. To guarantee the proper management of the financial resources related to the Ada Exchange App project, we have put in place procedures and controls. Furthermore, we have completed a number of customer projects successfully, showcasing our proficiency in handling the financial aspects of each project. This experience demonstrates our capacity to effectively and ethically manage project money.

Active Cardano Community Engagement:

Our team members have been actively engaged in the Cardano community for 2 years, demonstrating a deep commitment to the ecosystem.

Our group is involved in the blockchain community. This participation includes everything from starting workshops and seminars that instruct and motivate novice developers to participating in forums and conversations. Any community-focused initiative needs to be at the forefront of technical advancements and community requirements, and this ongoing interaction has kept our team there. Ethiopian Blockchain Network Ethiopian Web3 hub. Advocacy, innovation, and education.

Organizing meetings and conferences,

• Contributing to open-source projects,
• Conducting code training on web3 development.
• Conducting diverse Meetups on Cardano Blockchain

Communication and Transparency:

Our monthly impact reports, which are posted on social media platforms, demonstrate our dedication to openness. We think it's important to keep lines of communication open with the community so they are aware of the project's status, effects, and difficulties.

Sharing project results:

First, we'll share success stories, fruitful partnerships, and recently established job opportunities via our platform.

In addition, we want to host webinars, workshops, and community events to train employability soft skills highlight projects completed using our platform, share our findings,, and alert locals to new career prospects.

Furthermore, we intend to actively engage the Cardano community in our study by disseminating our findings through social networks, newsletters, and other communication channels. We will make sure that the advantages and opportunities of our project are widely distributed and benefit the whole Cardano community by placing a strong emphasis on transparency, collaboration, and accessibility.

Social Media Presence: We will discuss project outcomes, successes, and possibilities by utilizing well-known social media platforms including Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Telegram, Discord, and Telegram. In order to establish a dynamic and engaging presence, regular posts will highlight accomplishments, success stories, and forthcoming events.

Frequent Communication: It's critical to create lines of communication that are both open and consistent. We want to provide updates, blog entries, and newsletters on a regular basis, summarising project progress, community interaction, and any noteworthy developments. This makes sure that everyone in the Cardano community is aware of what's going on.

What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

Milestone 1: Program Development and Launch Preparation. (4 weeks)

• Design and update project contents or curriculum for employability, soft-skills training, and Cardano-specific topics.
• Creation of detailed Courses.
• Revise and enhance the content or curriculum, focusing on employability, soft skills training, and Cardano-specific subjects.
• Identification and onboarding of key mentors and experts
• Research on employability among youth in Ethiopia.
• Prepare educational resources, materials, and case studies.
• Create content for meetups, seminars, and advanced courses.

Milestone 2: Program Implementation and Impact Assessment. (8 weeks)

• Organize and conduct workshops focusing on employability, soft skills, and attitude training.
• Deliver personal training on goal setting, effective communication, effective planning, wallet creation, and other relevant soft skills to be implemented in their portfolio.
• provide certification for those who finished 3 soft skill training.
• Engage participants with hands-on exercises and quizzes to reinforce learning and apply practical skills.
• Engage participants in interactive sessions and Q&A discussions.
• portfolio creation and showcasing on the Work for ADA platform.
• Collection of feedback and evaluations from participants about the training must be completed.

Milestone 3: Connecting both parties for work. (12 weeks)

• connecting more than 50 young designers and developers with the Cardano community and other employers.
• providing work opportunities with the soft skills and attitude training they had as a prerequisite for their success in the work environment.
• getting our young developers and designers to receive payment from ADA for the work they have done.

Final Milestone: The creation of a project completion report that will showcase the experience, successes, and influence of the program on young Ethiopian empolyees and the Cardano community represents the program's last benchmark. We also want to provide an engaging video presentation or documentation that highlights the accomplishments and results of the program.

To meet the acceptance criteria for this milestone, our team needs to complete the following tasks:

• Write a thorough project completion report that details the program's main objectives, results, difficulties encountered, and lessons discovered.

• Create a documentary or video presentation that focuses on the experiences, triumphs, and contributions made by young Ethiopian designers and developers to the Cardano ecosystem.

• Send the completed report and film for evaluation and distribution to the Cardano community at large, the grant committee, and interested parties.

This last milestone, in our opinion, is essential for recording and providing an extensive overview of the achievements, influence, and journey of young Ethiopians of our program. It will offer insightful information and motivation for upcoming Cardano community projects.

Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Yab Mitiku : Project Owner

Civil Engineer turned entrepreneur with expertise in branding and a deep knowledge of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Founder of Signtrum, a branding studio that has successfully worked with diverse clients globally.

• Brand Identity designer
• Blockchain enthusiast | Event organizer
• Student at Addis Ababa Science And Technology University
• LinkedIn Profile: LinkedIn account
• Addis Abeba Science And Technology University Contact:
• E-mail: [email protected]
• Mob: +251 983796757
• Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Eyuel Berhanu: Developer

• Jimma University
• Developer, working on development areas

Tsion Tsedalu: Project coordinator

• Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
• entrepreneur, graphics designer, web3 event organizer

Abel Gezahegn: COO

• Operations expert with a focus on scaling tech startups in developing markets.

Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources

Milestone 1: Development of the Employment Curriculum (20,400 Ada)

• Project Curriculum and Project Planning and Management: 6000 ADA
• Prepare soft skill employment training resources: 7000 ADA
• Research: 5000 ADA
• Materials and Resources: 2400 ADA

total: 20,400

Milestone 2: Program Implementation and Impact Assessment (16,600)

• Project Coordination and Management: 1000 ADA
• Deliver specialized workshops and job fairs for employability soft skill training (3 professional speakers and trainers: 9,000 ADA
• Venue and Logistics: 3500 ADA
• Equipment and Supplies: 1100 ADA
• Promotion: 1000 ADA
• Refreshments and Catering: catering services or snacks and beverages: 1000 Ada

total: 16,600

Milestone 3:Connecting both parties for work (7000)

• Project Coordination and Management: 3000 ADA
• Equipment and Supplies: 1000 ADA
• Surveys and Documentation: 1000 ADA
• Building the platform for recruiters and employees: 2000 ADA

total:6000

Milestone 4: Project Completion Report and Video (3500)

• surveys, questionnaires, assessments, or interviews specific to the program initiatives being evaluated: 2000 ADA
• Project Evaluation, Final Reporting, and online event by Project Coordinators: 1500 ADA

Total: 3500

No Dependency

How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

Cost Justification

Since the project offers a specialized platform for efficiently connecting developers, employers, and the larger community, its pricing represents exceptional value for the Cardano ecosystem. Following a careful examination of the project's specifications, the expenses were calculated, including project management, marketing, and community involvement.

• Project management, documentation, and training were in line with typical technology industry professional service fees.

• An essential component of the initiative is the funding set aside for community engagement and promotion, which guarantees sufficient exposure and engaged community involvement.

• The project's total expenses have been determined to guarantee effective resource utilization, timely project delivery, and high quality.

• The project's expenses were allocated equitably throughout its phases, considering the significance of every stage in attaining the project's overarching goals.

• To make sure that expenses were reasonable and in line with industry norms, market research and price comparisons were done.

• Experts in the field were consulted in order to verify cost projections and guarantee proper resource distribution.

In line with Cardano's Objectives

• Building Communities and Diversifying Ecosystems: The project directly supports the expansion and diversity of the Cardano community by providing training to a large number of young Ethiopian employees and giving them job opportunities. With more developers and consumers becoming familiar with Cardano as a result of this extensive education program, there may be a rise in innovations and platform acceptance.