Remote AI Ethics and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Richards Bay; Remote; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Professional development budget

Retirement savings plan

Employee assistance program

Home office setup allowance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to shape ethics policies, conduct impact assessments, and guide responsible AI deployment from a home office.

You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure bias mitigation, transparency, and regulatory alignment, while engaging external stakeholders and advancing responsible AI practice.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field with technology ethics focus.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or data governance.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and societal implications.
• Knowledge of international AI regulations, ethical frameworks, and standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and remotely; policy development and stakeholder engagement experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical impact assessments for AI projects and products.
• Advise development teams on bias mitigation, fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations globally to ensure compliance.
• Develop training resources to educate employees on AI ethics.
• Investigate and address ethical concerns raised about AI systems.
• Collaborate with legal, policy, and engineering teams to integrate ethics into development lifecycle.
• Engage with regulators, academics, and industry groups on AI governance matters.
• Contribute to public discourse and thought leadership on responsible AI.

Skills

AI ethics

Regulatory compliance

Data governance

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Law/Ethics/Public Policy./CS with tech ethics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in AI innovation, is seeking a dedicated Remote AI Ethics and Governance Specialist. This fully remote role is vital for ensuring that our client's artificial intelligence technologies are developed and deployed responsibly, ethically, and in compliance with global regulations. You will play a critical role in shaping policies, conducting impact assessments, and providing guidance on ethical considerations related to AI. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of AI principles, ethical frameworks, and regulatory landscapes, combined with excellent analytical and communication skills. This position offers the unique opportunity to influence the responsible advancement of AI from a secure home office setup, contributing to a safer and more equitable technological future. You will be a key voice in promoting best practices and fostering a culture of responsible AI innovation across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical impact assessments for new and existing AI projects and products.
• Advise development teams on ethical considerations, bias mitigation, fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems.
• Monitor evolving AI regulations and standards globally and ensure organizational compliance.
• Develop training programs and resources to educate employees on AI ethics and responsible AI principles.
• Investigate and address ethical concerns raised regarding AI systems.
• Collaborate with legal, policy, and engineering teams to integrate ethical considerations into the AI development lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including regulators, academics, and industry groups, on AI ethics and governance matters.
• Contribute to public discourse and thought leadership on responsible AI development.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Law, Ethics, Public Policy, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on technology ethics.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, data governance, or regulatory compliance within the tech industry.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their societal implications.
• Knowledge of international AI regulations, ethical frameworks, and standards.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ethical and legal issues clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• Experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with AI development processes and technologies is a strong plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI.
• Exposure to a wide range of AI technologies and applications.
• Professional development budget for courses, certifications, and conferences.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Employee assistance program.
• Home office setup allowance.