Associate Director, Responsible AI Solutions

About the role

The Ford Foundation’s Information Technology team seeks an Associate Director, Responsible AI Solutions. Reporting to the Chief Information and Technology Officer (CITO), the Associate Director leads the development and implementation of ethical, cutting‑edge AI solutions that align with the foundation’s mission. The Associate Director works closely with the CITO and senior leaders across the foundation in refining and implementing the foundation’s evolving AI strategy. Partnering with staff at all levels and external vendors and consultants, the Associate Director will use their experience, deep systems knowledge and understanding of best practices around governance and policy development to design and scale AI solutions that foster a culture of responsible innovation balancing ethical principles with real world solutions to create significant impact.

Responsibilities

• AI Portfolio Management: As the focal point for all AI initiatives within the IT team, manage a dedicated AI portfolio and consult with the cross‑functional IT teams on their AI projects,