AI Ethics & Governance Strategist

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethics & Governance Specialist in Benoni to lead the development of ethics policies, governance frameworks, and compliance with data privacy regulations. You will assess AI systems, guide teams on responsible AI practices, and monitor evolving standards to promote trustworthy AI deployment.

The role requires a strong background in AI ethics, data governance, or regulatory compliance, plus excellent analytical and communication skills to navigate complex ethical

Qualifications

• Degree in law, ethics, computer science, policy, or related field.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, data governance, or compliance.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML technologies and societal implications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Assess AI systems for potential ethical risks, bias, and fairness issues.
• Provide guidance and training to development teams on responsible AI practices.
• Monitor evolving regulations and industry standards related to AI ethics and data privacy.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure adherence to ethical guidelines.
• Contribute to the development of communication strategies regarding the company's AI ethics commitment.

Skills

AI ethics

Regulatory compliance

AI/ML awareness

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law/Ethics/CS/Policy

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethics & Governance Specialist in Benoni to lead the development of ethics policies, governance frameworks, and compliance with data privacy regulations. You will assess AI systems, guide teams on responsible AI practices, and monitor evolving standards to promote trustworthy AI deployment.

The role requires a strong background in AI ethics, data governance, or regulatory compliance, plus excellent analytical and communication skills to navigate complex ethical