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Job Title:  AI Policy Advisor, East African Community (EAC)

Organisation: GIZ Uganda

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Ref No: GIZ-EAC/AI-PA/0125003

About Organisation:

As German development cooperation, we are committed to an international digital politics that enables a fair balance of interests based on European standards and universal human rights. The Advisor for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in East Africa will play a critical role in fostering regional collaboration, supporting IUCEA and its network of member universities, and promoting the integration of AI into education, research, and policy-making. This position is part of a larger effort to advance digital transformation and innovation within the East African Community (EAC), focusing on equitable, sustainable, and inclusive development.

Job Summary:   GIZ is recruiting AI Policy Advisor to support the implementation of activities in the programme.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

AI Policy Advisor will be responsible for:

• Providing strategic and technical advisory support to IUCEA and member universities on AI-related initiatives, including curriculum development, capacity building, and policy formulation.
• Facilitating partnerships between universities, private sector organizations, and public institutions to strengthen AI research, education, and innovation.
• Promoting regional collaboration on AI by supporting the development of harmonized standards and frameworks across EAC member states.
• Enhancing gender equality and inclusion in AI-related fields through targeted interventions and initiatives.

The AI Policy Advisor performs the following tasks:

Specific Tasks

• Support and Advisory for IUCEA and Member Universities
• Assist IUCEA in the development of regional AI education and research frameworks.
• Provide guidance on the integration of AI into curricula and support the creation of regional standards for AI education.
• Strengthen capacity at member universities through workshops, training sessions, and mentorship programs for faculty and researchers.
• Encourage gender-balanced participation in AI initiatives by promoting policies and programs that increase female representation in AI education and careers.
• Facilitating Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and Research Collaborations
• Identify and engage private sector partners to support AI research and education through resource sharing (e.g., data sets, computational infrastructure).
• Foster partnerships between academia, industry, and public institutions to drive innovation in AI and its applications.
• Establish mechanisms for member universities to collaborate with businesses and startups in AI-related fields, ensuring alignment with market needs.

Regional and Policy Engagement

• Support IUCEA in coordinating with EAC member states on the development of harmonized AI policies and strategies.
• Organize and facilitate policy dialogues with stakeholders from academia, government, and the private sector.
• Promote the implementation of ethical and sustainable AI practices by aligning initiatives with international standards (e.g., UNESCO’s ethical AI principles).

Project Management and Monitoring

• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of AI-related activities in collaboration with IUCEA and regional stakeholders.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to achieve project goals.
• Ensure continuous monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of outcomes, incorporating lessons learned into future activities.

Networking and Capacity Building

• Build and maintain networks with regional universities, research institutions, and industry partners to support AI innovation and education.
• Coordinate with other GIZ programs and international organizations to align efforts and maximize impact.
• Represent GIZ and IUCEA at regional and international events on AI and digital transformation.

Other duties/additional tasks:

• Advice the GIZ Country Director for the development of portfolio opportunities, focusing on BMZ, EU funding and other donors in the D4D field.
• Provides strategic advisory on D4D to the GIZ Uganda management team and other GIZ Uganda projects to facilitate interlinkages between GIZ@Heart and digital development implementation.
• Performs other duties and tasks at the request of management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree digital transformation, international relations, marketing, trade or a related field. Masters degree in related field is an added advantage.

Details of experience

• 5 years of professional experience in digital transformation, marketing, network capacity building and platform ecosystems.
• 5 years of professional experience in development cooperation on digital skills and innovation incubation, entrepreneurship.
• Demonstrated experience in working with universities and research institutions to promote innovation and capacity building.
• Proven track record in managing partnerships with private sector organizations and government entities.
• Familiarity with EAC education systems, regional dynamics, and digital transformation efforts.
• Experience and knowledge of multi-stakeholder approaches and how to implement them in practice

Knowledge, skills and competences

• Strong knowledge of AI technologies and their applications in education and research.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Teams, etc.)
• Strong ability to moderate high-level workshops and meetings.
• Workshop facilitation skills is and added advantage.
• Culturally sensitive leadership skills with a proven track record of managing multi-cultural teams.
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex, multicultural environments.
• Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English. Fluency in Swahili, French and/or German is an added advantage.

How to Apply:

Applications and CVs should be in one document and a maximum of 5 pages only and sent electronically, quoting the position and reference number.

Please include name and contact of three references. One official reference from your current workplace is a MUST.

Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply to the Head of Human Resources by email to vacancy@futureoptions.org

Please note: This is a national position. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Disclaimer: GIZ DOES NOT charge any kind of FEE(s) at whichever stage of the recruitment process.

Deadline: 9th February 2025 by 5pm

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