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UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Head of Communications at Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc.. THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.. Role Title: Head of Communications. Role Nature: Volunteer. Location: Home-based. The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteer-led think tank, with 160 volunteers from around the world, supporting and advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated and enthusiastic . VOLUNTEER. to serve as the. Head of Communications (unpaid role) to lead the Communications Branch under the External Affairs Bureau. . This individual will build and maintain relationships with key public affairs audiences to enhance the influence, reputation, and profile of BCI. . The ideal candidate is driven and experienced, and is looking to make a difference in international climate change governance. The successful candidate will have experience in public policy, public affairs, and stakeholder engagement with a track record of successfully engaging contacts to meet objectives.. Responsibilities:. Overseeing the BCI External Affairs Bureau – a team consisting of 3 main pillars: The advocacy and Government Relations Branch; and the Communications Branch (covering social media management, branding and design, and video production). The core functions of this role will include but are not limited to the following:. . To support the Director-General and senior leadership team to engage effectively with senior policymakers and climate negotiators for impactful project opportunities;. . To lead lobbying and influencing activities among Heads of State, Ministers, and parliamentarians; and. . To identify lessons learned from BCI’s pioneering projects and translate them to guide the decision-making processes.. . . Building and leading new teams to manage the future External Affairs strategic agenda. This will include:. . To hire and manage a team of volunteers within relevant external affairs and public policy landscapes;. . To develop and oversee the External Affairs policies;. . To work with the ExCo to develop a strategic vision (especially the Chief Strategy Officer and his Strategy Section under the Director-General’s Office)in line with the BCI’s mission;. . To manage other ad-hoc cross-institute external affairs as needed such as BCI’s COP26 Work Programmes;. . To raise the profile of the BCI among audiences both within and outside the climate change policy community;. . To develop and implement the BCI’s communications strategy;. . To oversee communications functions including media publicity, corporate website, social media channels, production of materials for the fundraising campaign and the BCI News Service (as the Editor-in-Chief of our monthly feature in the sponsoring magazine);. . To help identify conferences and events which would be suitable for BCI’s participation; . . Act as the key contact at the BCI for media inquiries – Developing and maintaining good media relations.. . Skills & Abilities. . Excellent oral communication skills (English and a second language would be a big plus), 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;. . Close attention to detail;. . Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure.. . Strong depth of knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred.. A relevant degree or training in Communications, Journalism, or PR is preferred.. General & Specialist Knowledge:. . Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office; and. . Strong depth of knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred.. . Education & Training:. A relevant degree or training in Communications, Journalism, or PR is preferred.. Relevant Experience:. . Proven ability to co-ordinate media campaigns and communications strategies in an environment-related organization(s);. . Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders;. . Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward projects and campaigns using one's own initiative.. . Company Location: United States.