Global Director, Artificial Intelligence

Overview

Jhpiego is seeking an accomplished Global Director – Artificial Intelligence (AI) to lead the organization’s global AI strategy, oversee flagship AI initiatives, and guide integration of AI technologies across health programs. This senior leader will identify and evaluate AI opportunities to address pressing public health challenges, supervise implementation of AI-driven solutions, cultivate donor and partner relationships, and ensure ethical and impactful deployment of AI across Jhpiego’s portfolio.

This role will serve as the principal advisor on AI for the organization, aligning innovation efforts with Jhpiego’s mission to improve health outcomes, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

The position can be based in any country where Jhpiego operates, with a strong preference for Washington, DC / Baltimore, USA.

Responsibilities

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute Jhpiego’s global AI strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and public health priorities.
• Lead a comprehensive landscape analysis of AI applications in global health, prioritizing high-impact opportunities.
• Oversee the design and launch of flagship AI initiatives to address challenges in maternal, newborn, and reproductive health, infectious diseases, and health systems strengthening.
• In addition to external-facing responsibilities, the Advisor will also provide technical assistance to Jhpiego’s global teams to enhance internal processes and operational efficiencies through digital and AI-enabled interventions. This will include applying AI to optimize workflows, knowledge management, program monitoring, and decision support systems across the organization.
• Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI use, ensuring compliance with national and international regulations.

Partnerships & Donor Engagement

Implementation Oversight

Research, Learning & Innovation

Required Qualifications

Competencies & Attributes

Preferred Qualifications

The salary range for this role is expected to be : $127,874- $162,786

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