AI Ethics and Governance Specialist

Our client is a pioneering AI development company committed to responsible innovation, and we are seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join our globally distributed team. This critical role will focus on ensuring that our AI technologies are developed and deployed in a manner that is fair, transparent, and beneficial to society. As a fully remote position, you will have the opportunity to influence ethical AI practices from your home office, collaborating with researchers, engineers, and legal teams worldwide.

You will play a key role in shaping policies, conducting impact assessments, and fostering a culture of ethical awareness across the organization, operating from
** Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA**.

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics policies and governance frameworks.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for new AI projects and products.
• Advise development teams on best practices for bias mitigation, fairness, transparency, and accountability in AI systems.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry standards related to AI ethics and governance globally.
• Develop and deliver training programs on AI ethics for employees at all levels.
• Investigate and address ethical concerns raised regarding AI systems.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
• Contribute to public discourse and thought leadership on AI ethics through publications and presentations.

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Ethics, Law, Computer Science, Sociology, or Public Policy, with a specialization in AI ethics.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing ethical frameworks or governance structures for technology.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML principles, capabilities, and potential societal impacts.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations, standards, and ethical guidelines (e.g., GDPR, AI Act).
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ethical issues clearly.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse technical and non-technical teams in a remote setting.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and consensus-building.

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI development globally.
• Professional development funding for conferences, workshops, and courses.
• Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on positive societal impact.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Generous paid time off.
• Home office setup allowance.