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    Volunteer Telephone Befriender - United Kingdom - Blockchain & Climate Institute

    Blockchain & Climate Institute
    Blockchain & Climate Institute United Kingdom

    2 weeks ago

    BLOCKCHAIN & CLIMATE INSTITUTE background
    Description
    Principal/Senior Research Officers (Climate Adaptation)


    Location:
    Home-based

    The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is a progressive think tank providing leading expertise in the deployment of emerging technologies for climate and sustainability actions.

    As an international network of scientific and technological experts, BCI is at the forefront of innovative efforts, enabling technology transfers, to create a sustainable and clean global future.

    The BCI intends to support the AAI Work Plan across activities and flagship programmes) through pilot programmatic cross-regional projects which adopt "Data Technologies" such as Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) (including Blockchain), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), among others, as gaining access to satellite imagery is still challenging for many African state entities.

    The BCI is preparing for the AI and Blockchain Capacity Support Hub (AI4AAI) under the AAI for selected pilot countries from October 2023.

    The AI4AAI Programme aims to examine and identify suitable areas where blockchain and emerging digital (data) technologies (including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and Artificial Intelligence) can enhance or introduce efficiencies in project deployment, monitoring, and evaluation activities to better satisfy the objectives of the AAI.

    The AI4AAI will explore options to substantially reduce the costs of data for African countries
    Research Officers (Adaptation) will be an integral part of the Research Officer Grade . Conduct research and analysis on the potential and challenges of blockchain and emerging digital technologies for climate adaptation in Africa
    Develop and implement pilot projects that demonstrate the use and impact of data technologies for enhancing AAI activities and flagship programmes;
    Conduct research on climate change adaptation, including developing new methods and tools for assessing and addressing climate risks;
    Coordinate and collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including the AAI secretariat, African governments, regional organizations, donors, the private sector, and civil society
    Monitor and evaluate the progress and outcomes of the pilot projects and report on the lessons learned and best practices
    Provide research support for members of working groups in areas such as renewable energy, carbon trading, forest monitoring, natural resource management, blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, etc
    Attend conferences and events to promote the BCI, communicate research findings and insights via PowerPoint decks, and engage with key stakeholders
    Extensive knowledge and experience in climate adaptation issues and policies in Africa;
    Familiarity and proficiency with blockchain and emerging digital technologies and their applications for climate adaptation;
    Strong project management, communication, and analytical skills;
    Fluency in English and French, and preferably other African languages
    Awareness of the current trends and developments in the field of data technologies and climate adaptation
    Education & Training
    A minimum of a master's degree in climate science, adaptation finance, environmental studies, data science, waste recycling, water and land management, or related fields from a recognized institution;
    A PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant field is desirable;
    Additional training or certification in blockchain and emerging digital technologies is an asset;
    Evidence of continuous professional development and learning in the field of climate adaptation and data technologies;
    Experience in producing research outputs and structured reports for different audiences
    At least 1-2 years of professional experience in conducting research and analysis on climate change issues and policies in Africa;
    Experience in conducting or participating in climate change adaptation research projects in Africa or similar contexts, preferably with a focus on one or more relevant sectors, such as agriculture, water, health, energy, etc
    Experience in applying various research methods and tools for climate change adaptation research, such as literature reviews, surveys, interviews, focus groups, case studies, participatory approaches, scenario analysis, etc
    Experience in using various sources and types of data and information for climate change adaptation research, such as climate models and projections, vulnerability and risk assessments, adaptation indicators and metrics, stakeholder perceptions, and preferences, etc
    Experience in producing and publishing high-quality research outputs and outcomes on climate change adaptation in Africa or similar contexts, such as peer-reviewed articles, reports, policy briefs, working papers, etc
    Experience in communicating and disseminating research outputs and outcomes on climate change adaptation to various audiences and stakeholders in Africa or similar contexts, such as policymakers, practitioners, donors, media, academia, civil society, etc
    Experience in collaborating and networking with other researchers and practitioners working on climate change adaptation in Africa or similar contexts, such as co-authoring publications, attending conferences and workshops, joining networks and platforms, etc
    Blockchain and other emerging technologies.

    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.

    You will hone or learn new skills including research, presentation, writing, professional etiquette,

    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.

    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.

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

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