AI Policy & Governance Advisor — Hybrid

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 98,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Governance and Policy Advisor to join its strategic initiatives team in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). You will develop policies and frameworks to ensure responsible AI development and deployment, working with legal, compliance, engineering and business units in a hybrid environment.

The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent, 4+ years in policy or governance for AI, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to translate complex

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in Law, Public Policy, Ethics, CS, or related field.
• 4+ years in policy development, governance, risk management, or compliance focused on AI.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML principles and ethical implications.
• Knowledge of AI data regulations and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine AI governance policies, standards, and procedures.
• Advise on ethical considerations and best practices for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation strategies for AI challenges.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations globally.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business units to align AI initiatives with policies.
• Provide guidance on data privacy, bias, fairness, and transparency in AI systems.
• Develop training materials and awareness programs on AI governance and ethics.
• Facilitate discussions and working groups on AI governance topics.
• Contribute to the development of AI impact assessments.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, regulators, and industry bodies on AI policy matters.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international AI regulations.
• Support the implementation of AI governance frameworks across the organization.

Skills

Policy development

Governance

AI ethics

Stakeholder management

Regulatory landscapes

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience in Law/Public Policy/Ethics/CS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced AI Governance and Policy Advisor to join its strategic initiatives team in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). You will develop policies and frameworks to ensure responsible AI development and deployment, working with legal, compliance, engineering and business units in a hybrid environment.

The role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent, 4+ years in policy or governance for AI, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to translate complex