Senior AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Generous vacation policy

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist in Kimberley to lead the development of an ethics framework for AI systems. You will assess ethical risks, advise product teams, and help shape regulatory-compliant governance across the AI lifecycle.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in a relevant field and 5+ years in AI ethics or policy, with strong communication skills and experience in tech environments. Flexible options may be available.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with a focus on AI ethics or technology governance.
• 5+ years of experience in AI ethics, policy, or related field.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, machine learning, and societal impacts.
• Familiarity with AI regulations and standards (GDPR, proposed AI Acts).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine the organization's AI ethics framework, policies, and governance principles.
• Conduct ethical impact assessments for new AI systems and features with mitigation strategies.
• Advise AI teams on fairness, transparency, privacy, and accountability practices.
• Monitor evolving global AI regulations and standards to ensure compliance.
• Create training materials and deliver workshops on AI ethics and responsible AI practices.
• Collaborate with legal, product, engineering, and policy teams to embed ethics across the AI lifecycle.
• Engage with regulators, academics, and civil society on AI ethics issues.
• Stay informed on emerging ethical challenges and communicate findings internally and externally.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Policy knowledge

Governance expertise

Critical thinking

Education

Master's or PhD in AI ethics/tech governance

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive technology firm committed to responsible innovation, is seeking a Senior AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist to join their team in Kimberley . This is a critical role focused on ensuring that artificial intelligence technologies are developed and deployed in a manner that is ethical, fair, transparent, and accountable. You will be instrumental in shaping our client's AI governance framework, developing policies, conducting impact assessments, and advising research and development teams on ethical considerations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of AI technologies, ethical principles, and regulatory landscapes. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the responsible advancement of AI and contribute to building trust in technology within Kimberley and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine the organization's AI ethics framework, principles, and policies.
• Conduct ethical impact assessments for new AI systems and features, identifying potential risks and mitigation strategies.
• Advise AI development teams on best practices for fairness, accountability, transparency, and privacy in AI.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations, standards, and ethical guidelines globally and ensure compliance.
• Develop training materials and deliver workshops on AI ethics and responsible AI practices.
• Collaborate with legal, product, engineering, and policy teams to integrate ethical considerations throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including regulators, academics, and civil society, on AI ethics issues.
• Research and stay abreast of emerging ethical challenges and societal impacts of AI.
• Contribute to the development of internal and external communications regarding AI ethics.
• Serve as a key advisor and thought leader on responsible AI deployment.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, Public Policy, Computer Science, Sociology, or a related field with a strong focus on AI ethics or technology governance.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in AI ethics, technology policy, responsible innovation, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of AI concepts, machine learning, and their societal implications.
• Strong knowledge of ethical theories, frameworks, and principles.
• Familiarity with existing and emerging AI regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, proposed AI Acts).
• Experience in developing and implementing governance frameworks and policies.
• Excellent analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex ethical and technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Experience working in a technology-driven environment is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI technologies with a focus on responsibility.
• Contribute to shaping the ethical landscape of artificial intelligence.
• Support for professional development and continuous learning.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking work environment in Kimberley .
• Generous vacation and leave policy.
• Retirement plan.
• Potential for flexible work arrangements.