Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc. is hiring: UNPAID VOLUNTEER - W
Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc., New York, NY, United States
Role Title:
Web Developer Location:
Remote Position Type:
Volunteer (Unpaid) Reports to:
IT Lead, with coordination from Head of Communications Role Overview We are looking for a skilled Web Developer to maintain, improve, and expand the functionality of BCI’s WordPress website. This is a technical role focused on performance, security, and feature development — ensuring that BCI’s digital presence supports its communications goals and global visibility. You’ll work closely with our Web Designer, Communications team, and IT support to implement updates, develop new capabilities, and troubleshoot issues in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities Implement web updates and design features based on briefs from the Web Designer and Comms team
Build new WordPress modules for events, blog posts, publications, and partner engagement
Ensure the website is responsive, mobile-friendly, and optimised for performance
Manage plugins, perform regular maintenance, and apply critical security updates
Troubleshoot backend bugs and deliver efficient, well-documented fixes
Collaborate with the Communications and IT teams to test and deploy new features
Monitor performance benchmarks and suggest technical improvements
Ensure compliance with accessibility, data privacy (e.g., GDPR), and web standards Requirements Experience & Skills Demonstrated experience in WordPress development and custom theme editing
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript
Understanding of hosting environments, DNS, and content delivery
Knowledge of responsive design, SEO, and basic web analytics
Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Experience working independently, managing deadlines, and collaborating across time zones
Benefits What You’ll Gain Ownership of BCI’s digital infrastructure A technical portfolio connected to high-impact, global sustainability work Opportunities to collaborate with international teams and align tech with climate communications Experience improving a website that supports multilateral partnerships, events, and campaigns
Web Developer Location:
Remote Position Type:
Volunteer (Unpaid) Reports to:
IT Lead, with coordination from Head of Communications Role Overview We are looking for a skilled Web Developer to maintain, improve, and expand the functionality of BCI’s WordPress website. This is a technical role focused on performance, security, and feature development — ensuring that BCI’s digital presence supports its communications goals and global visibility. You’ll work closely with our Web Designer, Communications team, and IT support to implement updates, develop new capabilities, and troubleshoot issues in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities Implement web updates and design features based on briefs from the Web Designer and Comms team
Build new WordPress modules for events, blog posts, publications, and partner engagement
Ensure the website is responsive, mobile-friendly, and optimised for performance
Manage plugins, perform regular maintenance, and apply critical security updates
Troubleshoot backend bugs and deliver efficient, well-documented fixes
Collaborate with the Communications and IT teams to test and deploy new features
Monitor performance benchmarks and suggest technical improvements
Ensure compliance with accessibility, data privacy (e.g., GDPR), and web standards Requirements Experience & Skills Demonstrated experience in WordPress development and custom theme editing
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript
Understanding of hosting environments, DNS, and content delivery
Knowledge of responsive design, SEO, and basic web analytics
Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical stakeholders
Experience working independently, managing deadlines, and collaborating across time zones
Benefits What You’ll Gain Ownership of BCI’s digital infrastructure A technical portfolio connected to high-impact, global sustainability work Opportunities to collaborate with international teams and align tech with climate communications Experience improving a website that supports multilateral partnerships, events, and campaigns