UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Deputy Director of Learning & Development/ Capacity Building

Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc.

109d

About The Position

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change. We are looking to recruit a highly experienced and enthusiastic VOLUNTEER (or what we call a ‘pro bono officer’) who will serve as the Deputy Director of Capacity Building (DCB) (voluntary unpaid role), managing the capacity building function of the organization, and further developing the division with key objectives of operationalizing growth strategy and strengthening BCI positioning as the preferred provider of blockchain capacity support for climate change policy implementation. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and experienced, and looking to make a difference in international climate change governance. The successful candidate will be a competent leader or senior executive with rich experience in working with globally distributed teams, managing ecosystem partners, and executing capability development projects from inception to completion. Working with initiative and having the desire to find solutions to climate-related actions should be second nature. Experience as the product owner or most senior organizational leader in a start-up organization will be highly beneficial, as will capability-building experience in a non-profit environment.

Requirements

• MBA or a postgraduate degree in business or a relevant discipline is required
• Experience in the civil service, start-up, NGO, or other non-profit organization
• Experience as a Senior Executive or Learning & Development in the public sector or another relevant capacity entrepreneurial building experience
• Demonstratable experience in executive education focusing on Blockchain, AI Strategy; or other emerging digital technologies
• Working experience in using tool capabilities for research, advisory services, and talent development
• High-level awareness about climate frameworks and Blockchain
• Familiarity with common business software, project management programs, and IT systems

Responsibilities

• Work with the Director-General for shaping the capacity-building strategy
• Take ownership of operationalizing the key priorities of capacity building division
• Leading the execution requirements of advisory services, technical knowledge, and skills to non-profit organizations and government bodies
• Active participation in webinars, climate forums, and other engagement activities
• Develop or strengthen existing capacity (including technical knowledge and skills) of relevant institutions with roles to play in climate policy, through regular webinars or other engagement channels
• Oversee operations of BCI’s Capacity Building Division by leading the development of external capacity development framework with the Capacity Building Officers, while adhering to the directions set by the Director-General
• Utilize both traditional and modern technology assessment tools, such as interviews, surveys, and evaluations, strategic frameworks for effective market engagement
• Provide digitized tools for advisory services to BCI strategic projects targeted to climate policymakers or negotiators
• Leading the contractual training delivery assignments for climate policymakers or negotiators, the leadership of major NGOs and corporations
• Execute market research requirements for climate-related actions and emerging technology patterns, particularly AI & Blockchain
• Understand situational interpretations and analyze data to identify and understand challenges, present and explain findings to the Executive Committee and Advisory Board
• Help recruit Capacity Building Officers to deliver BCI capacity building programmes

Benefits

• Your mind will be mentally stimulated, hence providing you with a sense of purpose
• You will advance and boost your professional career by helping you to make professional connections and giving you real-world experience at the intersection between climate and emerging technologies
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees