AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Policy discussions

Supportive environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites an AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist to lead responsible AI strategies. You will develop frameworks addressing bias, transparency, and accountability, and collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure compliant deployment.

The role requires an advanced degree and 3+ years in AI ethics or data governance, with strong analytical, research, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, data governance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their societal implications.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and AI policy landscapes.
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI governance policies, ethical guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects, identifying potential biases and fairness issues.
• Advise development teams on incorporating ethical considerations into the AI lifecycle.
• Monitor AI systems for unintended consequences and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops on AI ethics and responsible AI practices.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure responsible AI deployment.

Skills

AI ethics

Data governance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a thoughtful and experienced AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist to join their team in Bloemfontein . This critical role focuses on ensuring that the development and deployment of AI technologies are conducted responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with emerging regulations. You will develop frameworks, guidelines, and processes to address issues such as bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems. This is an important opportunity to shape the responsible adoption of AI within the organization and contribute to building public trust.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI governance policies, ethical guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects, identifying potential biases and fairness issues.
• Advise development teams on incorporating ethical considerations into the AI lifecycle.
• Monitor AI systems for unintended consequences and ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops on AI ethics and responsible AI practices.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure responsible AI deployment.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, data governance, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their societal implications.
• Familiarity with data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR) and AI policy landscapes.
• Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas and provide practical guidance in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and engagement in policy discussions.
• A vital role in shaping ethical AI practices.
• Work within a supportive environment committed to responsible technology in Bloemfontein .