AI Ethicist and Policy Advisor

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Fully remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary AI Ethicist and Policy Advisor to join our remote-first team. You will establish ethical guidelines, assess risks, and advise on policies related to AI technologies to ensure fairness, transparency, accountability, and alignment with societal values.

You will work with research and engineering teams, engage external stakeholders, and help shape responsible AI practices across domains globally.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in ethics, philosophy, law, CS with ethics specialization, or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in AI ethics principles, FAT (fairness, accountability, transparency).
• Experience in policy analysis or advising within the technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethical frameworks and guidelines for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct AI impact assessments to identify and mitigate ethical risks and biases.
• Advise leadership on AI policy, regulation, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with research and engineering teams to embed ethical considerations throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders to foster dialogue on AI ethics.

Skills

AI ethics

Analytical thinking

Policy analysis

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics/Philosophy/Law/CS with ethics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary AI Ethicist and Policy Advisor to join their remote-first team, focusing on responsible AI development and deployment. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for establishing ethical guidelines, assessing potential risks, and advising on policies related to artificial intelligence technologies. You will play a key part in ensuring that our client's AI initiatives are fair, transparent, accountable, and aligned with societal values. This is an exceptional opportunity for an individual passionate about the societal implications of AI to shape ethical frameworks and drive best practices within a forward-thinking organization operating across various domains, with a focus on leveraging AI responsibly for the benefit of all.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethical frameworks and guidelines for AI development and deployment.


• Conduct AI impact assessments to identify and mitigate potential ethical risks and biases.


• Advise leadership on AI policy, regulation, and compliance matters, both internally and externally.


• Collaborate with research and engineering teams to embed ethical considerations throughout the AI lifecycle.


• Engage with external stakeholders, including policymakers, academics, and civil society, to foster dialogue on AI ethics.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, Computer Science with an ethics specialization, or a related field.


• Demonstrated expertise in AI ethics principles , fairness, accountability, and transparency (FAT).


• Experience in policy analysis, development, or advising, particularly within the technology sector.


• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, reflecting the importance of this role.


• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and work-life balance.


• Opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI development globally.


• Support for professional development and engagement in relevant forums.


• Collaborative culture with a strong commitment to responsible innovation.