AI Ethics and Compliance Officer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto seeks an AI Ethics and Compliance Officer to ensure AI initiatives meet ethical standards, legal requirements, and internal policies. You will develop governance frameworks, run audits, and advise teams on responsible AI deployment.

The role requires a strong background in law, ethics, or computer science, 4+ years in compliance or risk roles related to technology or AI, and knowledge of POPIA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Ethics, CS, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, legal or ethics roles, with a focus on technology or AI.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, ML principles, and ethical risks.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA) and AI guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics and compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct audits and assessments of AI systems for ethical and regulatory adherence.
• Provide guidance and training on AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible development.
• Monitor AI landscape for regulatory changes and best practices.
• Investigate and address ethical concerns or compliance issues related to AI.
• Collaborate with legal, risk management, and tech teams to embed responsible AI principles.

Skills

AI ethics

Compliance

Risk management

Data privacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Compliance Officer to join their team in Soweto . This role is pivotal in ensuring that all AI initiatives adhere to ethical standards, legal requirements, and company policies. You will be responsible for developing and implementing governance frameworks, conducting audits, and advising teams on best practices for responsible AI deployment. This position requires a strong understanding of AI technologies coupled with expertise in compliance and ethical considerations, contributing to the trustworthy development and use of AI within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AI ethics and compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments of AI systems to ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible AI development.
• Monitor the AI landscape for emerging ethical challenges, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
• Investigate and address any reported ethical concerns or compliance issues related to AI.
• Collaborate with legal, risk management, and technology teams to embed responsible AI principles throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Ethics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, legal, or ethics roles, with a focus on technology or AI.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts, machine learning principles, and potential ethical risks.
• Knowledge of relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA) and AI-specific guidelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and support for certifications.
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of AI ethics and compliance.
• A supportive and responsible work culture in Soweto .
• Career growth within a leading organization.