Role Overview

The Assistant will help shape the future of digital work at our organisation by scouting and assessing AI tools with the potential to enhance our organisational impact and productivity.
Regularly deliver concise, well-researched summaries of AI tools, including: Purpose and core features, Potential use cases for the organisation, Pricing models and access conditions, Implementation feasibility (e.g., integrations with existing tools).
Based on the research and your understanding of our business, experiment with the tooling attempting to solve business problems.
Create curated shortlists of promising tools for specific functional areas (e.g., communications, fundraising, data analysis, productivity) with clear rationales and prioritisation based on organisational needs.
Test or pilot selected tools and document findings by delivering brief walkthroughs, demos, or recorded videos to help internal teams understand the tool’s potential.
Identify how shortlisted tools could connect with current systems in use like Notion, Salesforce, Office 365, Microsoft Dynamics F&O.
Support the Digital Team in maintaining and hosting the internal AI & Data (AID) Community of Practice (CoP), through research of relevant topics and demos of relevant applications.
Maintain the internal AI playbook, and an internal, living document or database of researched AI tools, including evaluations, use cases, and notes for future reference.

Requirements

Curiosity & Learning Agility : Eagerness to explore new technologies, trends, and use cases in the rapidly evolving field of AI.
Analytical & Research Skills : Ability to critically evaluate digital tools, compare functionalities, and match them with organisational needs.
Communication : Clear and structured communication of complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Digital Fluency : Understanding of how modern digital tools operate and integrate, particularly in collaborative and data-driven environments.
Self-Management : Proactive attitude, ability to independently structure work, and deliver meaningful insights with minimal supervision.
Purpose-Driven Mindset : Alignment with the foundation’s mission and motivation to contribute to climate impact through meaningful work.
Background in a field related to innovation, sustainability, technology, or business. Other disciplines are welcome if the candidate demonstrates relevant interest or experience.
Strong interest in artificial intelligence and its practical applications in real-world organisational contexts.
Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
Demonstrated self-motivation, autonomy, and a collaborative spirit.
Availability to work remotely with regular check-ins with the Digital Transformation Orchestrator and the broader Digital Team.
Basic experience or familiarity with one or more of the following is a plus:· Office 365 (e.g., Teams, Excel)· SharePoint· Notion· Salesforce· Structured Databases (e.g., SQL)· Python (basic scripting or tool usage)· Claude Code

Tech Stack

Python
SQL

Benefits

Hands-On Experience with Emerging Technologies : Gain practical exposure to cutting-edge AI tools and their real-world applications in a mission-driven organisation.
Professional Developmen t: Build your skills in digital research, tool evaluation, and strategic implementation — valuable assets for any future career in tech, innovation, or sustainability.
Mentorship and Learning: Work closely with experienced professionals in digital transformation and systems innovation, with opportunities for feedback, learning, and growth.
Impact-Driven Work: Contribute to meaningful climate action by helping our teams become more effective and digitally empowered.
Flexible, Remote Work Environment: Enjoy the autonomy of remote work with structured support and regular check-ins.
Networking Opportunities : Connect with a diverse, international community of innovators, researchers, and changemakers across Europe and beyond.

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AI Research Assistant