UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Director of Programmes (DPG)

2 months, 3 weeks ago
Part-time
Lead
Project and Program Management
Blockchain & Climate Institute

Blockchain & Climate Institute

Blockchain & Climate Institute Enabling technology driven solutions to enhance climate actions ⛓️ 🌍 Volunteer led, think and do tank. Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a not for profit volunteers led entity combining the functions of a think and ...

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Description

  • Develop programme strategy, implementation, and evaluation plans aligned with the institute’s overall strategy.
  • Coordinate projects across a global team spanning research, communications, and capacity-building divisions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support programme delivery.
  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive environment with strong communication, knowledge sharing, and critical reflection.
  • Identify key milestones and facilitate collective learning with divisions and project partners.
  • Work with senior management to anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Resolve conflicts and issues arising during project implementation using a solution-focused approach.
  • Develop and support a programme team for overall execution and monitoring.
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation on project status, achievements, and challenges.

Requirements

  • Relevant experience leading and managing sustainability initiatives and projects.
  • Experience building constructive relationships with stakeholders such as UN agencies, government organizations, academic institutions, corporations, and civil society.
  • Experience managing remote or distributed teams is a plus.
  • A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in a sustainability-related field such as computer science, environmental studies, business administration, or project management.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, inspire, delegate, and coordinate teams.
  • Excellent project management and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze complex problems, identify innovative solutions, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders effectively.
  • Working knowledge of UN climate change intergovernmental processes, technology transfer, and related funding mechanisms is required.
  • Strong understanding of climate change, sustainability, climate finance, and blockchain technology is preferred.
  • Understanding of blockchain business aspects, including market dynamics, regulatory frameworks, and funding opportunities, is beneficial.
  • Cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and the ability to work across diverse perspectives and time zones.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management apps.
  • Accountability for managing own work and meeting project delivery deadlines.
  • Share BCI’s mission and be excited to work collaboratively for a climate-positive future.

Benefits

  • Unpaid volunteer role with the opportunity to gain experience for a career change into climate action and/or emerging tech.
  • Opportunity to contribute to a prominent global initiative working with ministerial delegations and renowned thought leaders.
  • Chance to work with like-minded people on climate change, sustainability, and emerging technologies.
  • Exposure to research-driven advocacy work supporting governments, inter-governmental organizations, regional organizations, and corporates.
  • Open selection process that considers inexperienced candidates who can demonstrate the required skills in assessment.
  • Opportunity to join and learn from a volunteer-led international think tank and advocacy organization.

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