AI Ethics and Governance Specialist

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Paarl location

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join our client’s team, contributing to responsible development and deployment of AI and Emerging Technologies.

You will develop frameworks, policies, and guidelines to ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, accountable, and safe, working with legal, compliance, and technical teams to navigate ethical challenges and foster trust across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Ethics, Policy, CS or related field.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies and societal implications.
• Knowledge of ethical frameworks, governance principles, and regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in risk management or compliance in tech is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies and standards.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and mitigation strategies.
• Advise technical teams on ethical considerations in AI design.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure governance framework compliance.
• Lead training on AI ethics and responsible innovation.

Skills

AI governance

Ethics

Risk management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's or Master''s degree in Law, Ethics, Policy, CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join their team in Paarl , contributing to the responsible development and deployment of AI and Emerging Technologies . This critical role involves developing and implementing frameworks, policies, and guidelines to ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, accountable, and safe. You will work closely with legal, compliance, and technical teams to navigate the complex ethical landscape of AI, fostering trust and mitigating risks. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the ethical trajectory of AI within the organization and industry, promoting a culture of responsible innovation and upholding the highest standards of integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, standards, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and provide mitigation strategies.
• Advise technical teams on ethical considerations in AI design and development.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure compliance with relevant AI governance frameworks.
• Facilitate discussions and training on AI ethics and responsible innovation across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, Ethics, Policy, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies and their societal implications.
• Knowledge of ethical frameworks, AI governance principles, and relevant regulations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in risk management or compliance within a technology context is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI ethics and governance.
• Engage with diverse teams on critical responsible AI initiatives.
• Support for professional development and relevant certifications.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work environment in Paarl .