AI Ethicist & Governance Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Conferences

Impactful work

Job summary

Placements24 invites an AI Ethicist & Governance Specialist to join its Vereeniging AI division. You will develop ethics guidelines, assess risks, and train teams on responsible AI practices to ensure fair, transparent, and accountable AI deployments.

The role requires advanced studies in a relevant field and strong communication skills to influence policy and engineering teams. Competitive compensation and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI technologies and their societal implications.
• Experience in policy development, risk management, or ethical analysis, preferably within technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethical guidelines and governance frameworks for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for new AI projects and systems, identifying potential biases and unintended consequences.
• Provide expert advice and training to technical and business teams on AI ethics and responsible innovation.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations and best practices, ensuring organizational compliance.
• Facilitate discussions and workshops on AI ethics to foster a culture of responsible technology development.

Skills

AI ethics

Regulatory awareness

Risk assessment

Policy guidance

Communication skills

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics/Law/CS/Public Policy

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethicist & Governance Specialist to join their burgeoning AI division in Vereeniging . This critical role focuses on ensuring that the development and deployment of AI technologies adhere to ethical principles, regulatory standards, and societal values. You will be instrumental in developing frameworks, conducting assessments, and providing guidance to mitigate risks associated with AI bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape responsible AI practices within a company committed to innovation and ethical considerations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethical guidelines and governance frameworks for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for new AI projects and systems, identifying potential biases and unintended consequences.
• Provide expert advice and training to technical and business teams on AI ethics and responsible innovation.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations and best practices, ensuring organizational compliance.
• Facilitate discussions and workshops on AI ethics to foster a culture of responsible technology development.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI technologies and their societal implications.
• Experience in policy development, risk management, or ethical analysis, preferably within technology.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with concepts of fairness, accountability, transparency, and explainability in AI.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary package.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI ethics and governance in Vereeniging .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Support for professional development and participation in relevant conferences.
• A chance to make a significant positive impact on the responsible advancement of AI technologies.