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UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Web Developer Job at Blockchainclimate in New York

Blockchainclimate, 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

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

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

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