UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Global Governance & Accreditation Officer / EO(G)

2 months, 3 weeks ago
Freelance
Entry Level
Operations
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

  • Coordinate and prepare documentation for international accreditations, including UN and other intergovernmental organisations.
  • Maintain complete, audit-ready records for accreditation and governance processes.
  • Review and update internal governance policies, codes of conduct, and compliance procedures.
  • Draft briefs, memoranda, and policy notes for senior leadership and external partners.
  • Support governance reporting and develop capacity-building tools with Strategy and other teams.
  • Contribute to knowledge-sharing across BCI’s global volunteer network.
  • Help uphold organisational transparency and alignment with good-governance standards.
  • Collaborate across BCI, including the Strategy team and Legal Advisory & Governance Section.
  • Report to a designated lead within the Director-General’s Office.

Requirements

  • Commitment of 6–8 hours per week.
  • Excellent written communication skills for reports, briefings, and policy summaries.
  • Strong research and analytical skills in governance, sustainability, tech policy, or international relations.
  • Exceptional planning, time management, reliability, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating in a cross-functional, international team.
  • Strong drafting, synthesis, and stakeholder-communication skills across organisational levels.
  • Ability to prioritise, multitask, and meet deadlines in a distributed volunteer environment.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneDrive.
  • Experience with Teams and SharePoint; familiarity with Google Workspace, Notion, Airtable, or Trello is an advantage.
  • Understanding of international institutions and processes such as the UN, UNFCCC/COP, and multilateral governance, plus familiarity with ESG, SDGs, or digital governance.
  • Knowledge of climate change, climate finance, and blockchain for climate action is preferred.
  • Background in International Relations, Law, Environmental Studies, Political Science, Public Policy, Technology & Society, or a related field.
  • Coursework or certification in UN systems, climate governance, non-profit management, or AI policy is desirable.
  • Additional language skills such as French, Spanish, or Arabic are desirable.
  • Experience contributing to reports, campaigns, or policy-focused projects.
  • Volunteering experience with student organisations, NGOs, or social-impact initiatives.
  • Experience working independently and within teams to deliver governance-related tasks and knowledge products.

Benefits

  • Unpaid volunteer role with the opportunity to contribute to an international climate and technology-focused think tank.
  • Opportunity to hone or learn new skills in research, presentation, writing, and professional etiquette.
  • Chance to build a global network at the intersection of climate and emerging technologies.
  • Real-world experience that can advance and boost professional career development.
  • Opportunity to make professional connections and develop long-lasting professional relationships.
  • Selection process open to candidates without prior experience if they can demonstrate the required skills in the written assessment.
  • Assessment-based recruitment process that may help candidates demonstrate potential beyond prior work history.

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