UNPAID VOLUNTEER – Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Role Title: Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
Role Type: Unpaid Volunteer
Number of Positions: 1
Location: Home-based / Remote
Time Commitment: Approximately 20 hours per week, flexibly arranged
Reporting To: Director-General
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 an experienced, innovative and technically accomplished Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to provide strategic and technical leadership across the organisation's emerging technology portfolio.
Reporting directly to the Director-General , the CTO will lead DTID's work across Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT)/Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), Data Science, Big Data Analysis, Data Modelling, Quantum Computing and technology standards .
The successful candidate will be responsible for defining DTID's technology strategy, overseeing technology research and development, leading technical teams and translating emerging technologies into practical solutions that support climate action, sustainable development and policy implementation.
The CTO will also oversee the development of Proof-of-Concepts, pilots and technology applications; strengthen DTID's internal technical capabilities; develop strategic partnerships; and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary projects.
Strong practical proficiency in blockchain development and programming is essential for this role. Experience developing artificial intelligence or machine-learning solutions is highly desirable.
This is a senior leadership position requiring strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, people leadership and the ability to communicate complex technology concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
The Chief Technology Officer will:
Define and lead DTID's technology strategy and roadmap across blockchain, artificial intelligence, IoT, data technologies, quantum computing and related emerging technologies.
Lead and manage DTID's emerging technology teams and standards-development activities, including recruitment, onboarding, mentoring and capability development.
Oversee the design, development, testing and deployment of Proof-of-Concepts, pilots and technology solutions.
Guide the application of DLT/Blockchain, AI, machine learning, data science, data modelling, IoT and other emerging technologies across DTID projects.
Ensure appropriate standards for the quality, reliability, security, scalability and documentation of DTID's technology products and solutions.
Monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of technology initiatives and recommend improvements where appropriate.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to Technology Officers and multidisciplinary project teams.
Identify and develop strategic technology partnerships with research institutions, technology organisations, governments, international organisations and other relevant stakeholders.
Monitor emerging technology trends and assess their potential application to climate action, sustainable development and public policy.
Represent DTID at relevant conferences, technical forums, stakeholder meetings and external engagements.
Contribute technical expertise to DTID research, publications, standards, proposals and institutional initiatives.
Collaborate with the Director-General and other senior leaders to ensure technology priorities…