UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Director of Research (Sustainable Finance)

• Provide leadership, strategic planning, and administrative and personnel management across the entire Research Division I, particularly with projects that combine "Sustainable Finance" and "Data Technologies" in response to demands from governments
• Carry out primary and secondary research activities, including both quantitative and qualitative, analytical examination and publishing of high-quality research which spearheads the growing field of sustainable finance (particularly climate/environmental aspects)
• Coordinate research support for fellows' councils in areas such as sustainable finance, renewable energy, carbon trading, biodiversity conservation, etc.
• Generate opportunities for strategic partnerships with the support of Strategy Officers and attend conferences and events to promote the BCI, communicate research findings and insights, and engage with key stakeholders

This role creates positive change by driving research that applies blockchain and other emerging technologies to combat climate change, shaping sustainable finance policy on a global platform and supporting legislators and policymakers to create an enabling environment for the adoption of distributed ledger technologies for environmental good.

• A relevant degree or training in the relevant discipline, at Ph.D. level preferred, with experience in producing research outputs and structured reports for different audiences
• Proven ability in organization/business development, experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders, and experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using own initiative
• Deep understanding of TCFD Recommendations, working knowledge of different aspects of the finance sector, and knowledge of important Sustainable Finance standards
• Experience with transformational data technologies including Blockchain and Distributed Ledger Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and other aspects of Data and Distributed Computing

This is an unpaid volunteer role. Benefits include mental stimulation and a sense of purpose, advancement of professional career through connections and real-world experience at the intersection of climate and emerging technologies, and development of long-lasting professional relationships with others working to make the world a better place.

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. It serves as an expert platform to help governments, inter-governmental and regional organizations, and relevant corporates negotiate the complex landscape of emerging technologies for environmental good.