56 Unpaid Internship jobs in the United Kingdom

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: Video Producers

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

We are looking for a creative and innovative VOLUNTEER who is keen to play a progressive role in the climate action community through the use of design creatives. The Video Producers will support the delivery of the BCI Communications Strategy through the creation of video content. With a strong eye for visual communications, the ideal candidate should have a passion for generating interesting content. The Video Producer - Creative Lead will support the Communications Manager - Digital Creation as well as the Communications Manager - Social Media & Content.

Responsibilities:

• To support the implementation of the BCI Communications strategy;
• To raise the profile of BCI among relevant audiences, both within and outside the climate change policy community;
• To conceptualize video content based on storytelling requirements for various communications activities including public relations, social media, website, and newsletters;
• To create motion graphics and animation videos based on the script and discussions with other responsible officers;
• To illustrate sketches for approval;
• To create engaging and on-brand audio-visual content (eg. video explainers, interview features) for a variety of media;
• To support BCI external and internal events including major industry events such as United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (i.e. COP29).

Skills & Abilities

• A wide degree of creativity and a good grasp of storytelling;
• Proven understanding of communication channels (e.g. media outlets, social media);
• Demonstrated flexibility;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Understanding of graphic design foundations e.g. typography, layout design, grids;
• Excellent working knowledge of industry-standard design software and tools including Adobe After Effects, Animate, Photoshop, and Toon Boom
• Good experience working with Motion Graphics and Animations in a wide range of After Effects plugins, like; Trapcode suite, Plexus, GeoLayers, and Element 3D;
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and G Suite, and prior experience using communication channels such as Slack;
• Understanding of social media management tools.

Bonus

• Experience working with Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, Premiere Pro

Education & Training

• A relevant degree or experience in video creation and editing.

Relevant Experience

• Proven relevant position in an organization;
• Experience in working in a target-driven role;
• A portfolio of strong visual communications work;
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative.

Requirements

Before you apply

Candidates should include a work sample portfolio with great examples of work across motion, animation, and video projects. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by one of our recruiters to complete a short online exercise and attend virtual interviews with the responsible Heads of Divisions.

Benefits

What difference will you make?

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

This is a great first step to take to gain experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: Knowledge Manager

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

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 two highly motivated and enthusiastic VOLUNTEERS acting as Knowledge Managers to join our Director-General’s Office (Programme Coordination Section). The ideal candidate is driven and experienced, and looking to make a difference in international climate change governance.

The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting collective learning and facilitating the sharing of knowledge within BCI and governmental stakeholders worldwide as appropriate. The knowledge manager is expected to foster an environment conducive to knowledge exchange and learning by promoting techniques for knowledge sharing that include skill directories, collaborative ways of working, etc.

Responsibilities:

• To develop and champions best practice in using, sharing, and exploiting new knowledge generated by BCI research programs;
• To coordinate and facilitate knowledge management improvements for the benefit of the organization;
• To develop the right networks and relationships to ensure knowledge management is integral to strategic-decision making process across the organization;
• To exploit opportunities for the organization to derive maximum benefit from its newly generated knowledge and expertise in climate technology policy and regulations;
• To lead by example through proactively contributing to all forums for knowledge, sharing own knowledge, and reinforcing the value of knowledge to the organization;
• To develop appropriate knowledge management policies and strategies that ensure continuity of access to corporate knowledge, throughout the technological and organizational change;
• To ensure any captured knowledge is managed in line with organizational Information Management standards, including lifecycle management;
• To develop innovative approaches for acquiring, maintaining, and managing knowledge, e.g. coordinating the production of project summaries, video capture, and case studies for partner governments, etc.

Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent English writing skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
• Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work;
• Good knowledge of archive, file, and database management;
• Good communications skills and expert planning skills;
• Able to transform the ideas of management and implement appropriate solutions in the organization;
• Good analyzing skills and ability to tackle critical situations;
• Ability to maintain constructive work relationships with all division officers;
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude is an indispensable skill required for this role.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Excellent use of Microsoft Office package (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) is essential to perform in this role;
• Some knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred but not essential.

Education & Training

• A bachelor's or master's degree in business management or related disciplines, or working knowledge in knowledge management.

Relevant Experience

• Understanding of knowledge or content management approaches, principles, and digital tools
• Ability to develop knowledge management strategy and objectives
• Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders; and
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using your own initiative.

Benefits

What difference will you make?

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

One of the most important aspects of BCI’s mission is to support legislators and policymakers to create an enabling environment for the adoption of distributed ledger technologies. To that end, this opportunity will ensure BCI is financially sustainable before we make the developing-country communities sustainable.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE

Role Title : Council Facilitator

Role Nature : Volunteer

Location : Home-based

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.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking dynamic, self-starting VOLUNTEERS interested in joining our organization as Council Facilitators at the Fellowship Scheme Bureau overseeing the BCI Fellowship Scheme.

As a member of the Executive Officer Grade, you will work in this role side by side with the Principal Assistant Director-General and Principal Executive Officer (Fellowship Scheme) (PEO(F)) helping with operational and administrative tasks as needed. You will also be responsible for ensuring meetings are effectively organized and minuted, maintaining effective records and administration, and upholding the legal requirements of governing documents, charity law, and company law.

Responsibilities:

• Producing research briefings for Council Fellows’ consumption;
• Assisting in the management of Council projects on blockchain and various climate change policy areas;
• Liaising with the PEO(F) and Council Fellows to plan meetings;
• Receiving agenda items from committee members;
• Drafting and circulating agendas, discussion papers, and reports;
• Taking minutes at Council meetings;
• Circulating approved minutes;
• Checking that agreed actions are carried out;
• Keeping up-to-date contact details (i.e. names, addresses, and telephone numbers) of Council Fellows;
• Filing minutes and reports;
• Maintaining a diary of future meetings.

Requirements

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
• Excellent English writing;
• Close attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing work demands;
• Respectful and effective interpersonal relations;
• Ability to analyze and synthesize complex topics of discussion and write them up in concise minutes;
• Ability to work under pressure and keep deadlines for the preparation of documentation for the council;
• Ability to work according to policies and procedures.

General & Specialist Knowledge:

• Advanced Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Outlook;
• Basic knowledge of Airtable and/or Trello;
• Some knowledge of topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred.

Education & Training:

• A good degree in Public or Business Administration or similar;
• Experience with project administration or management.

Relevant Experience:

• 2+ years experience as a Project Officer or as an Executive Assistant;
• Experience in working independently and with teams to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

Benefits

What difference will you make?

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE

Role Title: PR & Media Officer

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

We are looking for innovative and driven communications professionals who are keen to join a VOLUNTEER team to play an important role within the climate action community. The PR & Media Officer will help shape and deliver the BCI Media and Communications Strategy to drive the achievement of BCI's goals and objectives. When successful, you will get exposure to high-profile communications projects and handle a range of exciting responsibilities.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of public relations and campaign delivery as well as a passion for generating interesting content. The PR & Media Officer will support the Head of Communications and PR, as well as the wider Leadership and Communications teams.

Responsibilities:

• To help lead and execute the implementation of the BCI Communications strategy;
• To support content planning and maintain integrated communications programs across public relations, social media, website, newsletters, and audio-visual materials;
• To support a broad range of stakeholder engagement initiatives, including those involving COP every year;
• To raise the profile of BCI among relevant audiences, both within and outside the climate change policy community;
• To perform target audience research for insights on BCI’s target audience in order to execute successful communications activities;
• To support BCI's external and internal events including major industry events;
• To build relationships with the media and act as a media contact when necessary;
• To maintain a strong knowledge of developments in the climate action and emerging technology sectors to ensure BCI content is on the pulse and engaged in trending conversations.

Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Experience in dealing with traditional and online media outlets, pitching story ideas to international journalists. Existing press relationships with mainstream and trade media will be highly preferred;
• Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
• Complete fluency in English and an engaging writing style; Additional language skills are desirable, in particular, French and Spanish;
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• A proven ability to build and maintain strong media relationships with key journalists;
• Demonstrated flexibility within a team environment;
• A wide degree of creativity and a good grasp of storytelling;
• Proven understanding of communication channels (e.g. media outlets, social media);
• Confident communicator;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office; experience with media analytics software (e.g. comScore) preferred;
• Good research skills;
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities;
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under minimal supervision.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools;
• A solid list of media contacts within climate and/or technology is preferred;
• Understanding of social media management tools;
• Strong depth of knowledge and a keen interest in the topics central to the BCI, such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology, are desired.

Education & Training

• A relevant degree and experience in Communications.

Relevant Experience

• Proven relevant position in the communications area of an organisation (not-for-profit or environmental organisation is advantageous);
• Experience working in a target-driven role;
• Solid experience in leading and delivering strategic PR, social media, and/or communications campaigns;
• A portfolio of exceptional writing and editing;
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's initiative.
• Proven experience as a Media Assistant or in another administrative role;
• Experience in digital advertising is a plus.
• Familiarity with media planning and buying.

Benefits

What difference will you make?

As an organization, BCI focuses on building the relationship between blockchain (and other emerging technologies) and finding sustainable climate solutions. This has been a hot topic that has been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is an expert-led platform that helps governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates, negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. With over 160 volunteers across BCI, we research, identify and analyze the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by leading stakeholders in the global climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: IT Support Officer/ Manager

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

We are looking to recruit a couple of highly motivated and enthusiastic VOLUNTEERS serving as IT Support Officers to provide support for our computer systems and networks. More experienced candidates will be appointed as Senior IT Support Officers or IT Support Managers. IT Support Officers will also be given exposure to our projects on blockchain, artificial intelligence, and other emerging digital technologies under development.

The ideal candidates will be responsible for providing frontline IT support for the BCI Volunteers with their IT requirements. As part of the Technology Officer Grade, the IT Support Officers will be responsible for the smooth running of server systems and ensuring that users get maximum benefits from them. This will include supporting and providing technical assistance to BCI Volunteers that are using software, hardware, or other computer systems and need help completing tasks or troubleshooting problems through diagnostic tests and remote access to their computers. The successful candidates will also be required to test new products, run regular maintenance checks, and keep abreast with information security issues.

Responsibilities:

• Providing excellent support service to BCI Volunteers;
• Participating in troubleshooting and incident resolution activities;
• Ensuring performance pledges are met;
• Providing a high level of service and seeking ways to continually improve the IT service to BCI Volunteers;
• Performing various regular checks and tasks across the Institute’s user accounts and performing any required actions;
• Producing high-quality documentation and keeping it up-to-date, including the team support knowledge base;
• Creating simple solutions / services utilising out-of-the-box functionality, i.e. Office 365;
• Maintaining knowledge of Microsoft in order to guide BCI Volunteers appropriately;
• Proactively and constantly seeking to learn and improve both self and team;
• Identifying where a support request may be a project requirement, capturing technical requirements, and producing a project specification;
• Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues.

Requirements

Skills and abilities

• Office 365 Administrator experience a minimum of 12 months;
• SharePoint development experience;
• Automation experience;
• Powershell experience;
• Patience to manage non-technical end-users with technical queries;
• Experience with Governance, Security, and Compliance;
• Able to manage their own time and take accountability;
• Demonstrable skills in Office 365 and G-Suite administration;
• Can work autonomously, proactive, and eager to learn;
• Troubleshooting experience;
• Strong interest in Microsoft products.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential to perform in this role; and
• Up-to-date technical knowledge.

Education & Training

A degree in one of the following subjects:

• Business information technology
• Business systems engineering
• Computer networking and hardware
• Computer science
• Computer software development
• Information technology
• Internet engineering
• Software engineering

Additional courses will be beneficial to the role: BTEC (Edexcel) National Certificate and Diploma IT Practitioners, City & Guilds (E-Quals) IT Practitioners Certificate, and Advanced Diploma and OCR (iPRO) Certificate for IT Practitioners.

Relevant Experience

• Proven experience working in a similar role is essential;
• Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders; and
• Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative.

Benefits

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

What's in it for the volunteer?

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: Web Designers / Developers

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer-led think tank supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

We are looking to recruit a couple of highly motivated and enthusiastic VOLUNTEERS serving as Web Designers or Developers . Working with IT Support Officers and other Web Developers, you will also be given exposure to our projects on blockchain, artificial intelligence, and other emerging digital technologies under development.

The ideal candidates will be responsible for providing frontline web support for the BCI. As part of the Technology Officer Grade, the Web Developers will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining BCI's new website. The successful candidates will also be required to test new products, run regular maintenance checks, and keep abreast with information security issues.

Responsibilities:

• Writing code in one or more programming or scripting languages, such as PHP or JavaScript;
• Planning and prototyping new applications;
• Designing the architecture of the components of an application;
• Deciding on the best technologies and languages for the project;
• Testing sites and applications in different browsers and environments;
• Problem-solving by fixing bugs in existing projects;
• Testing new features thoroughly to ensure they perform the correct task in all cases;
• Running performance benchmarking tests;
• Reviewing colleagues' code;
• Building and testing Application Program Interfaces (APIs) for applications to exchange data;
• Researching and incorporating Open Source projects;
• Meeting designers, developers, and project staff for progress updates;
• Gathering requirements from clients and users;
• Learning and testing new technologies, frameworks, and languages;
• Staying up-to-date with new trends and advancements in web development;
• Building and maintaining databases;
• Carrying out code refactoring and optimization of existing code;
• Documenting code, so other developers can understand and contribute to it;
• Designing information architecture within an application or website.

Requirements

Skills and abilities

• Technical knowledge in areas such as client-side components, server-side languages, web application frameworks, and database management systems;
• Experience with version control systems, and a thorough understanding of the architecture of web applications and web security and encryption;
• Attention to detail;
• A logical approach to problem-solving;
• The ability to work independently and in mixed teams;
• Experience with development methodologies (such as Agile and Waterfall);
• The ability to manage a complex range of tasks and meet deadlines;
• Good communication skills. Fluent in English.

Education & Training

A degree in one of the following subjects:

• Computer science;
• Software engineering;
• Web design and development;
• Informatics.

Additional courses will be beneficial to the role: BTEC (Edexcel) National Certificate and Diploma IT Practitioners, City & Guilds (E-Quals) IT Practitioners Certificate, and Advanced Diploma and OCR (iPRO) Certificate for IT Practitioners.

Relevant Experience

• Experience in design, develop , manage and maintain a WordPress website for NGO/Governmental organisation/think tank/charitable organisation/public enterprise/B2B business
• Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders;
• Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative.

Benefits

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

What's in it for the volunteer?

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE

Role Title: Spanish/ English Translator

Role Nature: Voluntary (unpaid)

Location: Home-based

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 for professional VOLUNTEERS Translators/Interpreters with excellent oral and writing skills who can have proficiency in both English and Arabic on a C1 level or higher. Translators/Interpreters may agree to participate in the translation work at certain events upon request, dependent on their availability. BCI translators need to be able to translate both ways, e.g. English to Arabic and Arabic to English.

Your responsibilities (dependent on your work stream) will include the following:

• Reporting to the Translation Manager and providing written translation and live interpretation during meetings with foreign stakeholders;
• Translating minutes, reports, and formal letters;
• Answering language-related queries and assisting our developing country service users who require language support;
• Cooperating with other volunteers on ad hoc projects.

Requirements

Education & Training

• A relevant degree or training in Languages or Communications is preferred.
• Excellent written and spoken English.

Relevant Experience

• 2+ years experience as a Translator/Interpreter;
• Experience in providing virtual interpretation on appropriate platforms;
• Experience in working independently and with teams to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

Skills & Abilities

• C1 or higher proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Experience translating from Spanish into English and vice versa
• Strong in written communication, editing, and proofreading
• Close attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Advanced Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook;
• Basic knowledge of Trello and Microsoft Teams;
• Some knowledge of topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred.

Benefits

This is a significant first step to gaining experience for an industry change into climate action and/or emerging tech. It is also a great opportunity for those wanting to take some time to get involved in changing the world and work with like-minded people.

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

The BCI Communications team aims to tell the BCI story and our role in driving innovation to mitigate climate change and create a cleaner and greener future. As a think-tank and advocacy group for such a major issue, we understand the importance of being a credible expert and advisor which is why it is essential to demonstrate our research-driven approach to the relevant stakeholders.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.

THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE

Role Title: Senior Programme Officer

Role Nature : Volunteer

Location : Remote

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer-led NGO supporting and advocating the application of emerging technology in the global fight against climate change.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking dynamic, self-starting VOLUNTEERS interested in joining our organization as (Senior) Programme Officers at the Director-General's Office overseeing the BCI Fellowship Programme.

As a member of the Executive Officer Grade, you will work in this role side by side with the Director of Programmes (DPG), helping with operational and administrative tasks as needed. You will be responsible for designing and executing a globally inclusive fellowship that empowers innovators to develop real-world climate solutions leveraging emerging technologies like blockchain and AI. This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of climate technologists and decentralized leaders. You will also be responsible for ensuring meetings are effectively organised and minuted, maintaining effective records and administration, and upholding the legal requirements of governing documents, charity law, and company law.

Responsibilities:

• Producing research briefings for Council Fellows’ consumption;
• Lead global outreach, recruitment, and selection of diverse fellows from across disciplines and regions;
• Manage the end-to-end fellowship experience including onboarding, mentorship, program delivery, and milestone tracking;
• Organize and facilitate virtual events such as quarterly meetings, workshops, trainings, and project engagements;
• Prepare reports, blog, case studies, and success stories to share impact with the community;
• Oversee budgets, logistics, contracts, and program tools (e.g., Notion, Airtable);
• Assisting in the management of Council projects on blockchain and various climate change policy areas;
• Deploy community engagement strategies, including designing inclusive events, facilitating discussions, and maintaining high levels of member participation;
• Liaising with the Director of Programmes (DPG) and Fellows to plan meetings;
• Taking minutes at Council meetings;
• Circulating approved minutes;
• Checking that agreed actions are carried out;
• Keeping up-to-date fellow database (i.e. names, addresses, and telephone numbers) of Council Fellows;
• Filing minutes and reports;

Requirements

Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;
• Excellent English writing;
• Proficient in using digital tools for remote collaboration and program delivery;
• Close attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing work demands;
• Respectful and effective interpersonal relations;
• Ability to analyze and synthesize complex topics of discussion and write them up in concise minutes;
• Ability to work under pressure and keep deadlines for the preparation of documentation for the council;
• Ability to work according to policies and procedures.

General & Specialist Knowledge:

• Advanced Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and Outlook;
• Basic knowledge of Airtable and/or Trello;
• Some knowledge of topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred.

Education & Training:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in climate, sustainability, blockchain, international development, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in program or project management, ideally within global fellowships, leadership development, or innovation ecosystems.

Relevant Experience:

• Strong knowledge of climate and energy challenges; familiarity or experience in technology, financial service, energy industries is highly desirable;
• Demonstrated experience building and nurturing online or hybrid communities across regions and time zones;
• Experience using community platforms (e.g., Discord, Slack, Telegram) and managing content, feedback, and engagement across digital channels;
• Proven ability to manage remote programs and engage global, multicultural cohorts;
• Experience in working independently and with teams to meet deadlines in a timely manner.

Benefits

What difference will you make?

Blockchain and other emerging technologies. Climate change and sustainability. These are two hot topic groups that have been headlining media outlets, dominating conferences & events, and gaining increasing traction in research and pilot projects. BCI is here as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations as well as relevant corporates to negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good. We cement our expertise by putting in the hard work in researching, identifying, and analyzing the applications of emerging technologies so that informed decisions can be made by the stakeholders in the climate change and action network.

Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI are enormous and some include:

• You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,
• 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; and
• Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships with others. People who come together to make the world a better place forge a close connection.

Selection Process

As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to open the door for candidates who may not have the prior experience they need to start, progress, or switch their careers. To recruit the most suitable, talented, or potential new members out of the volume of applications received, it is the BCI’s policy to also consider inexperienced candidates to fill our voluntary unpaid roles as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. In the selection process, most candidates will be invited to complete the following assessment.

Section A: Verbal and Numerical Reasoning (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section B: Situation Judgement Test (20 multiple-choice questions)

Section C: In-Tray Exercise (An open-ended assessment relevant to the duties of the role)

Candidates who pass all three sections will be invited to attend a phone screening, first interview, and final interview online.