Deputy Director, AI Governance and Safety at Public Service Division
Worldwide
<p><b>[What the role is]</b></p>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.<br><br>Join us in playing an exciting role in building Singapore's digital metropolis.<br><br>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!<p></p><p><b>[What you will be working on]</b></p><p><b>Leadership & Strategy </b></p><ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>Work with government agencies for a coordinated and coherent approach to AI governance in Singapore.</li><li>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.</li><li>Manage cross-functional teams and coordinate with various government agencies and stakeholders.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Policy Development & Planning </b></p><ul><li>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.</li><li>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.</li><li>Monitor AI developments including new AI capabilities, risks, domestic AI adoption, and international approaches (e.g. US, EU, UK, China) to inform policy development.</li><li>Collaborate with technical teams to develop progressive, globally relevant AI governance tools aligned with policy objectives.</li><li>Support the growth and development of the Singapore AI Safety Institute as a centre of excellence for AI safety research.</li><li>Implement data-driven approaches to AI governance through surveys, studies and stakeholder engagement.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>International Relations and Engagement </b></p><ul><li>Develop strategy to anchor Singapore’s global leadership in AI governance and safety.</li><li>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.</li><li>Support international engagements and advocate Singapore's pragmatic approach at key international fora.</li><li>Coordinate with the global AI Safety Institute network to advance AI safety testing initiatives.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>[What we are looking for]</b></p><p><b>Education</b></p><p>• Bachelor or master’s degree in economics, Business, Political Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Law, Public Policy, or Arts and Social Sciences.</p><p></p><p><b>Experience</b></p><ul><li>15+ years' experience with at least 8 years of supervisory/middle management experience.</li><li>Strong understanding of domestic priorities with excellent political sensitivity to assess decisions within broader government context.</li><li>Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with experience engaging political office holders and senior leadership.</li><li>Track record in public engagement, cross-agency collaboration, and/or multi-stakeholder negotiation.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Technical Skills </b></p><ul><li>Policy, sensemaking, and strategic planning skills related to technology governance.</li><li>Understanding of AI technology, governance landscape, key risks, and how they manifest in AI systems to design practical policies.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Leadership & Soft Skills </b></p><ul><li>Strategic thinker with strong analytical and decision-making capabilities for complex AI governance challenges.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable to changes in a fast-evolving environment</li><li>Strong managerial skills to steer the team towards excellence, while ensuring well-being</li><li>Exceptional communication skills to engage senior management, government agencies, political office holders, AI companies and international regulators.</li><li>Collaborative mindset with experience in multi-stakeholder environments</li></ul><p></p><p>Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.</p><p>Position will be comensurate with experience.</p><p></p><p>#LI-JM1</p>
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