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  • Posted: Jul 21, 2022
    Deadline: Aug 14, 2022
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    The Tony Blair Institute for Global Change supports political leaders and governments to build open, inclusive and prosperous societies in a globalised world. We do this through developing policy and advising governments.
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    AI Policy Lead

    We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic candidate to lead AI Policy at the Tony Blair Institute for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The successful candidate will be based in one of our regional hubs in Kenya, Senegal, Ghana or London. If based in Kenya, Senegal or Ghana you will be required to travel to London every 3 months. Other international travel may also be required. Please note that you must have an existing right to work in the location which you are applying for. Our Technology and Public Policy programme exists to help policymakers master the implications of the technology revolution and deliver progressive policy and strategy for the 21st century.

    The post holder will play a central role in our work to develop politically actionable policy and strategy, and to use this to influence the global policy debate. They will report to the Director of the Internet Policy Unit and work closely with other members of the Unit and the wider policy community at the Institute.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Establish distinctive, evidence-based policy positions on the role of AI, machine learning and advanced computing to accelerate prosperity and improve peoples’ lives around the world
    • Deliver a range of policy products that shape the global policy debate, in particular focusing on Africa
    • Promote our policy work with clear, effective and innovative communication
    • Convene key players in policymaking and the tech sector to help drive real-world change
    • Work directly with Institute colleagues who are directly advising governments in countries across Africa

    The post holder will:

    • Be responsible for scoping and structuring programmes of work
    • Be responsible for developing and delivering a range of policy products
    • Build productive relationships with their stakeholders in tech and policy
    • Speak about their work at public events and in the media
    • Line manage senior policy analysts and/ or policy analysts if required

    Person Specification

    The following criteria must be met:

    • Significant experience in public policy, consulting or relevant profession
    • Proven ability to structure and solve complex policy problems
    • A clear and confident communicator, both written and spoken
    • Experience working in a developing country on tech policy / projects
    • A strong network in the tech sector or policy communities in Africa
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent practical experience

    Desirable:

    • Practical experience using Machine Learning or data science to solve complex problems

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