Hybrid AI Ethics & Governance Strategist

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg seeks a Senior AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to lead the ethical oversight of AI initiatives, guiding responsible development and deployment in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities include shaping ethics policies, performing risk assessments, training teams, engaging regulators, and advising leadership on the strategic ethical implications of AI lifecycle decisions.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD degree with a strong focus on AI ethics.
• Minimum of 5 years in AI ethics, responsible AI or governance.
• Knowledge of AI concepts and societal impacts.
• Familiarity with POPIA and data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, governance frameworks tailored to the company's needs.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI systems, identifying biases and privacy concerns.
• Collaborate with AI research, development and product teams to integrate ethics throughout the lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies, ethical debates and regulatory changes.
• Design and deliver training programs on AI ethics for internal stakeholders.
• Engage regulators, industry bodies and academia to represent the company's ethical stance.
• Advise senior management on ethical implications and strategic AI deployment decisions.
• Contribute to the development of responsible AI tools and methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations in all AI applications.
• Facilitate discussions to foster a culture of ethical awareness and accountability.

Skills

AI ethics

Governance

Stakeholder communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Master's or PhD in CS, Philosophy, Law, Ethics, Public Policy or related with AI focus

Job description

Placements24 in Johannesburg seeks a Senior AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to lead the ethical oversight of AI initiatives, guiding responsible development and deployment in a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities include shaping ethics policies, performing risk assessments, training teams, engaging regulators, and advising leadership on the strategic ethical implications of AI lifecycle decisions.