UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Deputy Director of Learning & Development/ Capacity Building
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Role Title: Deputy Director of Capacity Building
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 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, 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.
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 of relevant institutions with roles to play in climate policy;
* Oversee operations of BCI’s Capacity Building Division;
* Utilize both traditional and modern technology assessment tools;
* Provide digitized tools for advisory services to BCI strategic projects;
* Leading the contractual training delivery assignments;
* Execute market research requirements for climate-related actions;
* Help recruit Capacity Building Officers.
Requirements
Education & training
* MBA or a postgraduate degree in business or a relevant discipline is required;
Relevant Experience
* 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;
* Demonstrable experience in executive education focusing on Blockchain, AI Strategy, or other emerging digital technologies;
Skills & Abilities
* 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.
Benefits
Benefits you will get from volunteering with BCI include:
* Your mind will be mentally stimulated, providing you with a sense of purpose;
* You will advance your professional career by making professional connections;
* Help you develop long-lasting professional relationships.
Selection Process
As a voluntary organization, we are pleased to consider candidates who may not have prior experience as long as they can demonstrate the skills required in the written assessment. The selection process includes verbal and numerical reasoning tests, a situation judgment test, and an in-tray exercise relevant to the duties of the role.
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