Board Member - Artificial Intelligence - Africa

International Permanent Remote View Job Description
As a Board Member specializing in Digital and AI, you will provide strategic guidance and governance, helping the our NGO client to leverage digital technologies and artificial intelligence to achieve their strategic goals. Your insights and leadership will be crucial in driving digital innovation, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and ensuring ethical AI practices.
  • International NGO player focused on social impact operations across Africa
  • Board advisory on AI & Digital transformation strategies

About Our Client

Our client, a leading non-profit focused on social and educational impact in Africa, is expanding its board. They are seeking a visionary leader to join as a Board Member with expertise in Digital and AI.

Job Description

As a key member of the Board, you will bring your expertise in Digital and AI to help shape the organization's strategic direction and innovation agenda across Africa.

Your insights will be instrumental in guiding the digital transformation and ensuring the ethical, impactful use of emerging technologies.

In this role, you will be expected to:

* Provide strategic oversight to drive successful digital transformation and AI integration across the organization.
* Lead the development and implementation of forward-thinking digital and AI policies.
* Ensure alignment of digital and AI initiatives with the organization's overall vision and objectives.
* Advocate for the responsible, ethical, and sustainable use of AI technologies within the organization.
* Monitor and assess emerging digital and AI trends to keep the organization competitive and innovative.
* Contribute to risk management and data security frameworks in the context of digital transformation.
* Collaborate effectively with fellow board members and executive leadership to foster a culture of innovation.

The Successful Applicant

Your bring 10 years of experience as an established Board member, advisor, or seasoned executive in digital technology or AI-focused companies in Africa is highly preferred. Previous experience working as an executive advisor within a Digital, AI or FinTech sector is a bonus. Deep understanding of digital transformation, AI, machine learning, and data analytics . Strong knowledge of ethical and regulatory considerations in AI. Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership and governance. Strong network within the digital and AI industry is an asset. Excellent fluency in English is required

What's on Offer

Discretionary package + incentives

Contact
Ridge Fernandes
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6739884
Phone number
+33141927070

Job summary

Job function
Transformation
Subsector
Consulting
Sector
Not For Profit
Location
International
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ridge Fernandes
Consultant phone
+33141927070
Job reference
JN-052025-6739884
Job Nature
Remote