AI Governance Jobs

Deputy Head of Programme (Security and Technology) Location Geneva Closing date 25 June 2026 Contract Temporary Position Title: Deputy Head of Programme (Security and Technology) Starting date: Negotiable, as soon as possible Occupational rate: 100% (Full-time) Duration: 364 days, with the possibility of extension Remuneration: P-4 Application Background The United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR) is a voluntarily funded, autonomous institute within the United Nations. One of the few policy institutes worldwide focusing on disarmament, UNIDIR generates knowledge and promotes dialogue and action on disarmament and security. ...

Fellowship Manager Singapore AI Safety Hub Singapore $90,000 - $120,000 In this role, you'll design and deliver the East-West AI Safety Fellowship, connecting researchers and government partners across Asia. Lead recruitment for 10-15 fellows and 5-6 mentors, building cohort culture and an active alumni network. Support government partnerships and relationships with universities, research institutes, and AI labs in the region. Develop operational infrastructure, track metrics, and produce impact reports for stakeholders. Contribute to public communications including reports and policy briefs. The Singapore AI Safety Hub is a nonprofit buildin...

Research Fellowship, Evolution of AI Capabilities at the Frontier and Thresholds of Human Performance General-Purpose AI Policy Lab Paris, France In this role, you'll extend the Epoch Capabilities Index using Bayesian methods to map AI capability thresholds against human performance. Develop a multidimensional Rosetta Stone framework integrating human performance benchmarks. Identify and compare current AI capabilities against different levels of human expertise. Build statistical projections forecasting when AI systems surpass expert performance. Apply Bayesian modelling (Stan, PyMC, Pyro) and data science analysis throughout. The General Pu...

Head of Operations / Chief Operating Officer Encode Washington, DC, Remote, USA $170,000 - $200,000 In this role, you'll own Encode's compliance, financial leadership, and operational infrastructure across our 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) entities. Lead legal and regulatory compliance, including lobbying registrations, political activity rules, and employment law. Manage budgeting, financial planning, audits, and Form 990 filings. Own vendor and counsel relationships with lawyers, accountants, and insurance brokers. Build HR and recruiting systems, manage your operations team, and design organisational structures for scaled growth. Encode is a glo...

Senior Analyst / Counsel, AI Governance Future of Privacy Forum Washington, DC $115,000 - $140,000 In this role, you'll lead corporate AI risk management and governance efforts, overseeing a broad AI law and policy portfolio. Track and analyze global AI governance developments to inform FPF members on emerging standards and best practices. Research and write on emerging AI and data protection regulations, focusing on their intersection. Deliver public policy insights through blog posts, white papers, and conference presentations. Establish and expand corporate member networking and benchmarking initiatives through the Privacy Executives Netwo...

Operations Associate Centre for Long-Term Resilience London, UK £55,000 In this role, you'll support the operations of an AI or Biosecurity policy unit through administrative and project coordination. Coordinate meetings, events, travel logistics, team calendars, and provide executive assistance to the unit Director. Track project progress, activity logging, and provide flexible project management support to policy initiatives. Contribute to grant writing and funding proposals, ensuring consistent language across proposals. Manage operational processes including publication coordination, document filing, information security, budgets, and onb...

Project Manager, AI Governance Training AI Safety Asia Jakarta, Indonesia In this role, you'll lead operational delivery of AI governance training programs across ASEAN. Plan and execute training programs for government officials and civil society leaders across the region. Manage program logistics including scheduling, budgets, travel coordination, and materials preparation. Coordinate with trainers, facilitators, and stakeholders to ensure smooth program delivery. Track metrics, collect feedback, and contribute to continuous improvement of training content. AI Safety Asia is a nonprofit dedicated to building Asia as a globally-leading safe ...

Policy Advisor, Coalitions Encode Washington, DC $120,000 - $180,000 In this role, you'll build coalitions to drive AI policy priorities forward across federal and state campaigns. Identify advocacy gaps and recruit allies across disparate issue areas to strengthen legislative campaigns. Organize and support grassroots advocates, events, and state-level networks to advance AI regulation priorities. Analyse complex legislation and prepare briefs, talking points, and policy explainers for partners and policymakers. Manage digital infrastructure including coalition lists, email campaigns, and supporter communications. Encode is a global, youth-l...

Research Program Manager SaferAI Paris, France, London, UK In this role, you'll build the operational and people systems that enable research teams to sustain high-quality work across risk modeling, standards, and policy areas. Design and implement performance and feedback processes across the organization. Conduct regular 1-on-1s with researchers to monitor workload and support sustainable work environments. Partner with subject-matter leads to translate research agendas into quarterly plans with clear outputs and milestones. Support hiring efforts and facilitate career development to attract and retain talented researchers. SaferAI is an or...

Policy Analyst / Director Encode Washington, DC $110,000 In this role, you'll drive full-stack policy development across the organization, focusing on AI governance and public interest advocacy. Draft legislative language, policy briefs, and talking points for lawmakers. Build coalitions with stakeholders across government, industry, and civil society. Conduct policy research and create communications materials under tight deadlines. Support multiple concurrent projects, including emergency responses and time-sensitive policy opportunities. Encode is a global, youth-led organisation that advocates for policies to ensure responsible AI develop...

CSET is hiring for multiple research roles, including AI Governance Research Assistant positions focused on AI governance policy levers, law, and governance issues across U.S., Chinese, and international AI ecosystems.

A three-week intensive fellowship focused on AGI governance and frontier AI governance, including policy-oriented group projects such as model legislation.

Chief Technology Officer for a nonprofit AI governance organization, leading technical strategy, governance frameworks, standards, evaluation methods, audit mechanisms, and policy engagement.

Supervisory federal policy role focused on AI policy development, governance implementation, legislative review, and AI risk management frameworks.

Communications coordinator supporting an AI governance nonprofit’s research, policy, events, and public communications.

Senior client-facing role leading scenario advisory engagements about AI's economic impact and societal disruption for a nonprofit focused on preparing society for transformative AI.

Founding legal counsel role at an AI governance company, centered on interpreting AI regulation (including the EU AI Act), owning AI policy/compliance, and translating obligations into product and process decisions.

Senior donor relations and fundraising role for an AI policy nonprofit, supporting responsible AI policy and secure AI development through major gifts and community engagement.

The Lead Researcher will examine AI offense-defense dynamics, developing frameworks and guidance for policymakers and stakeholders to manage AI risks and enhance societal safety.