Ford Foundation

Ford Foundation

Technology Fellow: AI and Philanthropy

New York, USA

No sponsorshipDetected 40 days ago
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About the role

  • The Ford Foundation seeks a two-year Technology Fellow for AI and Philanthropy.
  • The AI Tech Fellow will also be responsible for research and field engagement.
  • They will monitor emerging, global AI developments relevant to the Foundation's program strategies and operations, providing timely briefings and analysis to program teams.

Responsibilities

  • Generate novel, innovative ideas and build new relationships and networks
  • Develop accessible documentation and guides on mission aligned AI experimentation for Foundation staff
  • Support the Technology and Society Director on other Foundation priorities

Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree in related field or relevant and equivalent experience.

Compensation

  • The Ford Foundation is committed to salary transparency.
  • The minimum salary for this position is $166,000, and the maximum is $170,000.
  • It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of this range.
  • We review global compensation regularly to ensure market competitiveness and equity.
  • The hiring range for this position has been carefully crafted to align with the market.

Benefits

  • Design and curate hands-on trainings, workshops, and learning sessions for Foundation staff to build practical familiarity with AI tools and practices and help staff critically assess their value and efficacy
  • In collaboration with the Tech and Society team, develop learning sessions and training for foundation staff about the intersections of social justice and technology
  • Demonstrated sociotechnical expertise in artificial intelligence and related technologies, including understanding the practical applications of machine learning systems, generative AI, and their societal implications.

Equal opportunity

  • The Ford Foundation is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its programs, and operations.
  • If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job

Visa & Work Authorization

  • This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  • All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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