Communications Officer

Summary

Join the Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) as a volunteer Communications Officer and contribute to the global fight against climate change. This home-based role focuses on energy and environmental policy, reporting to the Director of Research. You will create high-quality content for various channels, conduct audience research, and support external communications efforts. The ideal candidate possesses strong writing, editing, and communication skills, along with a passion for storytelling and a keen interest in climate change and blockchain technology. A relevant degree or experience in communications is preferred, along with a portfolio showcasing exceptional writing and editing skills. This is an unpaid voluntary role.

Requirements

• 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 and accurate writing style
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Demonstrated flexibility
• Good grasp of storytelling
• Confident communicator
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure
• Proven understanding of communication channels (e.g. social media)
• Knowledge of (or interest in learning about) key policies, initiatives, and treaties related to areas such as emissions targets and trading, green and blue bonds, biodiversity and conservation, climate mitigation and adaptation
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office
• A keen interest in topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology
• A relevant degree or experience in Communications, Journalism, or a relevant discipline
• Experience working in a relevant communications role
• A portfolio of exceptional writing and editing
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative

Responsibilities

• Ensure all external materials including research papers, presentations for clients, and external conferences are of publication quality and aligned with BCI key messages
• Support content planning and development focused on energy and environmental policy, for the various communications channels including website, blog, and social media
• Perform research for insights on the BCI’s target audience in the energy and environment sectors for the purpose of executing successful communications activities
• Support Research Division II’s external materials for events including major industry events such as COP
• Maintain a strong knowledge of developments in energy and environmental policy to ensure BCI content is on the pulse and engaged in trending conversations

Preferred Qualifications

Additional language skills are desirable, in particular, French and Spanish

Benefits

• 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