Ai Governance Lead (Hybrid, Contract)

Omdena Inc; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A software development company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced AI Governance Lead to ensure effective governance across AI initiatives. This role requires expertise in AI governance, compliance frameworks, and risk management. The selected candidate will oversee governance frameworks, ensure compliance with international standards, and collaborate with development teams. A hybrid work model is offered with assistance for visa arrangements for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in AI governance and compliance.
• Strong understanding of data privacy and risk management practices.
• Capable of bridging technical development with regulatory oversight.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO, POPIA, and internal governance standards.
• Oversee integration of AI agents with trusted data sources.
• Lead quality assurance processes to minimize risk of AI errors.
• Collaborate with external AI development teams for compliance.

Skills

AI governance

Compliance frameworks

Risk management

Data privacy

Job description

AI Governance Lead (Hybrid, Contract) City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Omdena City of Cape Town is seeking an experienced AI Governance Lead to ensure safe, compliant, and effective governance across a portfolio of AI initiatives.

This role is ideal for professionals passionate about the intersection of AI, compliance, and responsible innovation.

The selected candidate will oversee governance frameworks, data integrity, and output quality, particularly where AI systems are developed or maintained by third-party providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with ISO, POPIA, and internal governance standards.
• Oversee integration of AI agents with trusted data sources to maintain factual grounding and reliable system outputs.
• Supervise validation and filtering mechanisms to ensure prompt sanitation, factual accuracy, and policy compliance.
• Lead quality assurance processes to minimize risk of non-compliant or erroneous AI behavior.
• Design and monitor alert mechanisms for detecting unusual or risky AI outputs.
• Collaborate with external AI development teams to ensure alignment with governance and compliance requirements.
• Prepare and present periodic reports on AI governance performance, compliance levels, and system integrity.

Ideal Profile

The ideal candidate brings proven experience in AI governance, data privacy, and risk management, with a strong understanding of compliance frameworks and AI assurance practices. They should be capable of bridging the gap between technical development and regulatory oversight, ensuring that all AI initiatives remain transparent, accountable, and aligned with organizational standards.

Other Details

Other Details Type : Hybrid (remote + onsite as needed) Nationality : Open to South African and international professionals Work Authorization : We will assist with visa arrangements for qualified candidates Seniority level : Mid-Senior level Employment type : Other Industries : Software Development.