AI Ethics & Governance Specialist

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development

Ethics culture & responsiblenovation

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking an AI Ethics & Governance Specialist to lead the ethical development and deployment of AI, ensuring compliance with data privacy and regulatory standards while shaping responsible innovation.

You will build governance frameworks, conduct risk assessments, train teams, and advise stakeholders on AI bias, transparency, and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Ethics, Computer Science, Policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI principles, machine learning, and their societal implications.
• Experience in policy development, governance, or risk management, preferably in a technology context.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for AI projects.
• Monitor AI systems for bias, fairness, and transparency, recommending corrective actions.
• Advise stakeholders on ethical considerations and regulatory compliance related to AI.
• Facilitate training and awareness programs on AI ethics for internal teams.

Skills

AI ethics knowledge

Governance & risk management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Law degree

Ethics degree

Computer Science degree

Policy degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics & Governance Specialist to join their forward-thinking team in Richards Bay . As AI technologies become increasingly integrated into business operations, this role is critical for ensuring that our client's AI development and deployment practices are responsible, ethical, and compliant with relevant regulations. You will play a key part in establishing frameworks, policies, and best practices to guide the ethical use of AI, fostering trust and mitigating risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence systems, thereby promoting responsible innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for AI projects.
• Monitor AI systems for bias, fairness, and transparency, recommending corrective actions.
• Advise stakeholders on ethical considerations and regulatory compliance related to AI.
• Facilitate training and awareness programs on AI ethics for internal teams.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Ethics, Computer Science, Policy, or a related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI principles, machine learning, and their societal implications.
• Experience in policy development, governance, or risk management, preferably in a technology context.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations and ethical AI frameworks.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package reflecting expertise in a critical field.
• Opportunity to shape the ethical future of AI within a leading organization.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge AI research.
• A culture that prioritizes responsible innovation and ethical practices.