Remote AI Ethics & Governance Leader

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking AI Ethics & Governance Lead to spearhead responsible AI initiatives within a globally distributed, remote-first organization. This critical role will establish and champion the ethical principles, policies, and frameworks guiding the development and deployment of artificial intelligence across all company operations.

You will collaborate with legal, product, engineering, and data science teams to ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, accountable, and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Ethics, Law, Public Policy, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee the organization's AI ethics and governance strategy and policies.
• Conduct comprehensive ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for AI projects.
• Provide expert guidance to product and engineering teams on ethical AI best practices.
• Establish metrics and monitoring mechanisms to ensure ongoing compliance with ethical standards and regulations.
• Foster a culture of responsible AI innovation through training, communication, and stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's or PhD in AI ethics/related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking AI Ethics & Governance Lead to spearhead responsible AI initiatives within a globally distributed, remote-first organization. This critical role will establish and champion the ethical principles, policies, and frameworks guiding the development and deployment of artificial intelligence across all company operations.

You will collaborate with legal, product, engineering, and data science teams to ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, accountable, and