UNPAID VOLUNTEER: Legal Research Officer (Climate Change/Emerging Tech) (Europe)

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Requirements:

• Excellent oral communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships.
• A degree in law is required.
• A master’s degree in International Environmental Law, Climate Policy, or Information Technology Law is highly desirable.
• Strong in-depth knowledge of big data security, climate change, UNFCCC processes, and public international laws related to climate change and the environment.
• Basic understanding of distributed ledger technology, token economy, smart contracts, and crypto-assets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, legal research databases like Lexis Nexis, and academic referencing tools like Mendeley.
• Proven ability to conduct research and experience in managing projects independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities:

• To provide research support on topics around legislation or regulation regarding international climate and environment-related treaties, etc.
• To engage relevant stakeholders in the change and sustainability policy space for developing strategic partnerships or collaboration opportunities.
• To communicate BCI’s research findings and insights at international conferences or high-level events.