UNPAID VOLUNTEER -Technology Officer- Blockchain-Ditributed Ledger Technology

Role Title: Technology Officer – Blockchain / Distributed Ledger Technology
Role Type: Unpaid Volunteer
Number of Positions: 2
Location: Home-based / Remote
Reporting To: Chief Technology Officer / Senior Technology Leadership

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEER ROLE.

About DTID

The Digital Technology Institute for Development (DTID) is an international non-profit institute advancing the responsible use of artificial intelligence, blockchain and emerging digital technologies to support sustainable development and policy implementation.

DTID brings together professionals, researchers, technology specialists and other stakeholders to generate research, develop practical solutions, strengthen partnerships and support informed decision-making at the intersection of technology, climate change and sustainable development.

The Role

DTID is seeking passionate and technically capable Technology Officers – Blockchain / Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) to contribute to the development, testing and application of blockchain and distributed ledger solutions across the organisation.

The successful candidates will support research, technical development and proof-of-concept initiatives involving blockchain and related emerging technologies. They will work with technology specialists, researchers and other DTID teams to explore practical applications of DLT in areas including climate finance, energy, sustainability and international development.

The role requires technical capability, analytical thinking, an interest in emerging technologies and the ability to translate technical concepts into practical applications.

Key Responsibilities

The Technology Officer – Blockchain / Distributed Ledger Technology will:
- Support the development, testing and implementation of blockchain and DLT applications.
- Research and evaluate blockchain platforms, protocols and emerging distributed technologies.
- Contribute to the development of Proof-of-Concept applications across relevant DTID projects.
- Develop and test smart contracts using appropriate blockchain platforms and standards.
- Support the assessment of blockchain architectures, consensus mechanisms and protocols for specific use cases.
- Contribute technical input to DTID research projects, technical papers and publications.
- Assist with the development of prototypes and technology demonstrations.
- Conduct technical research and analysis on developments within the blockchain ecosystem.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, specifications and knowledge resources.
- Collaborate with technology specialists, researchers and other teams across DTID.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of DTID's technology capabilities and technical practices.
- Undertake other reasonable responsibilities relevant to the role as assigned by the reporting manager or senior leadership.