AI Ecosystem Architect

Ahpra; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Superannuation

Job summary

Ahpra seeks a senior AI leader with strong architecture expertise to shape our AI governance framework and ecosystem. The role involves providing strategic leadership, guiding the design of our AI ecosystem, and influencing responsible AI use across the organisation.

The successful candidate will balance innovation with regulatory risk, translate complex business challenges into practical AI-enabled solutions, and mentor capability while aligning with Ahpra's evolving AI strategy.

Qualifications

• Senior AI leader with strong architecture expertise.
• Experience implementing AI governance frameworks in regulated environments.
• Ability to design and guide the AI ecosystem and governance strategy.
• Proven ability to translate complex business challenges into AI-enabled solutions and mentor capability.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in implementing Ahpra's AI governance framework.
• Design and guide the AI ecosystem architecture across the organisation.
• Advise and influence stakeholders on responsible use of AI and risk management.
• Mentor capability development and shape Ahpra's evolving AI strategy.

Job description

The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.

As Ahpra continues to explore the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence, we are seeking a senior AI leader with strong architecture expertise to help shape our approach. This role will provide strategic leadership in the implementation of our AI governance framework, guide the design of our AI ecosystem, and influence the responsible use of AI across the organisation.

Operating at the intersection of technology, governance and business outcomes, the successful candidate will balance innovation with effective risk management, translate complex business challenges into practical AI-enabled solutions, and engage stakeholders across a diverse organisational landscape. Experience navigating emerging technologies within complex or regulated environments will enable them to provide trusted advice, mentor emerging capability, and help guide Ahpra's evolving AI strategy.

This is an opportunity to play a leading role in establishing the frameworks, guardrails and governance that support sustainable innovation, while helping realise the potential of AI in a thoughtful, responsible and outcome-focused way.

You can read more in the role description: AI Ecosystem Architect (CL08)

What we offer

• Hybrid working environment, 2 office days / 3 days from home
• A friendly and supportive working culture
• Attractive salary of $155,869 per annum plus 12% Superannuation

Eligibility and application requirements

• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
• Applications must be submitted by 11:30pm on Monday 9 November 2026

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Hybrid and flexible working policy

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.