AI Research Assistant

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.