AI Ethics and Governance Specialist (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Learning resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join our client remotely. You will help build ethical frameworks and governance structures for AI development and deployment, collaborating with product, engineering and legal teams to ensure responsible, fair and transparent use of AI.

The role requires a Master’s degree and at least four years in AI ethics or policy, with strong analytical and remote communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law, Philosophy, Public Policy, Data Science, or Ethics.
• Minimum 4 years of AI ethics, governance, or policy experience.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML technologies and ethical implications.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and remote communication skills.
• Knowledge of international AI regulations and ethical frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine AI ethics principles and governance policies.
• Conduct ethical impact assessments and risk analyses for AI projects.
• Advise product, engineering, and legal teams on responsible AI practices.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations and standards globally.
• Lead workshops and training to promote responsible AI innovation.

Skills

AI ethics

Governance

Policy analysis

Remote work

Stakeholder comms

Education

Master's degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join their organization, working entirely remotely. This crucial role focuses on establishing and upholding robust ethical frameworks and governance structures for the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. You will collaborate with diverse teams to ensure AI is used responsibly, fairly, and transparently, navigating complex regulatory landscapes and societal expectations. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the ethical direction of AI on a global scale, contributing to trustworthy and beneficial AI systems from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and refine AI ethics principles and governance policies.
• Conduct thorough ethical impact assessments and risk analyses for AI initiatives.
• Provide expert guidance to product development, engineering, and legal teams on responsible AI practices.
• Monitor and interpret emerging regulations and standards related to AI governance globally.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to foster a culture of responsible AI innovation.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in fields such as Law, Philosophy, Public Policy, Data Science, or Ethics.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, governance, or related policy areas.
• In-depth understanding of AI/ML technologies and their potential ethical implications.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills, effective in a remote context.
• Knowledge of international AI regulations and ethical AI frameworks is essential.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• The flexibility to work from any location.
• Significant opportunity to shape the ethical future of AI.
• Access to continuous learning resources and professional development opportunities.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on ethical innovation.