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Deputy Director, AI Governance and Safety

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Full Time
$120,000 - $180,000*
4 months ago
Worldwide
AI Governance & Programs
Senior
AI Governance
Policy Development
Leadership
+4 more

Job Description

[What the role is]

Shaping Singapore's digital future, we at the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) often tackle head-on challenges that come with developing and deploying emerging, frontier technologies across various sectors. We Dream, Design and Deliver in the technology and media space, leading Singapore into a limitless digital future.

Join us in playing an exciting role in building Singapore's digital metropolis.

If you have what it takes to build Singapore's digital future with us, we are looking for a Deputy Director, AI Governance and Safety to join the Data Innovation and Protection Group!

[What you will be working on]

Leadership & Strategy

  • Support the Cluster Director in providing strategic guidance to formulate AI governance policies, regulations and frameworks that address consumers’ concerns and grow a trusted AI ecosystem.
  • Advance Singapore's interests in AI governance at whole-of-government level and internationally with leading regulators and policy makers from around the world, AI safety institutes, international bodies and industry leaders.
  • Work with government agencies for a coordinated and coherent approach to AI governance in Singapore.
  • Support alignment of AI governance efforts across IMDA through the management of the IMDA AI governance task force, and contribute to team development, succession planning and capability building initiatives.
  • Manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with various government agencies and stakeholders.

Policy Development & Planning

  • Lead the development of domestic AI governance policies and frameworks that foster a trusted AI environment whilst addressing emerging risks, particularly in the rapidly evolving generative AI landscape that has emerged over the past 3 years.
  • Identify and prioritise areas requiring enhanced governance within the nascent AI policy environment, determining which aspects of AI development and deployment need stronger regulatory oversight.
  • Monitor AI developments including new AI capabilities, risks, domestic AI adoption, and international approaches (e.g. US, EU, UK, China) to inform policy development.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to develop progressive, globally relevant AI governance tools aligned with policy objectives.
  • Support the growth and development of the Singapore AI Safety Institute as a centre of excellence for AI safety research.
  • Implement data-driven approaches to AI governance through surveys, studies and stakeholder engagement.

International Relations and Engagement

  • Develop strategy to anchor Singapore’s global leadership in AI governance and safety.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key jurisdictions (e.g. US, EU, UK, China) and international AI governance bodies (e.g. ASEAN, OECD) to position Singapore as a thought leader and further Singapore's interests.
  • Support international engagements and advocate Singapore's pragmatic approach at key international fora.
  • Coordinate with the global AI Safety Institute network to advance AI safety testing initiatives.

[What we are looking for]

Education

• Bachelor or master’s degree in economics, Business, Political Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Law, Public Policy, or Arts and Social Sciences.

Experience

  • 15+ years' experience with at least 8 years of supervisory/middle management experience.
  • Strong understanding of domestic priorities with excellent political sensitivity to assess decisions within broader government context.
  • Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with experience engaging political office holders and senior leadership.
  • Track record in public engagement, cross-agency collaboration, and/or multi-stakeholder negotiation.

Technical Skills

  • Policy, sensemaking, and strategic planning skills related to technology governance.
  • Understanding of AI technology, governance landscape, key risks, and how they manifest in AI systems to design practical policies.

Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities for complex AI governance challenges.
  • Flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-evolving environment
  • Strong managerial skills to steer the team towards excellence, while ensuring well-being
  • Exceptional communication skills to engage senior management, government agencies, political office holders, AI companies and international regulators.
  • Collaborative mindset with experience in multi-stakeholder environments

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Position will be comensurate with experience.

#LI-JM1

Requirements

  • Leadership and strategy skills
  • Experience in AI governance and policy development
  • Strong international relations and engagement skills
  • Ability to work with government agencies and stakeholders
  • Data-driven approach to policy development
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits

  • Company Retreats
  • Conference Budget
  • Coworking Space
  • Dental Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Flexible Hours

Skills

AI Governance
Policy Development
Leadership
Strategy
international relations
data-driven approaches
stakeholder engagement

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Salary Range (AI-Estimated)*
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