Advocate for safe Artificial Intelligence in the EU

EU AI Policy, Co-Lead (80-100%, Brussels or remote)

Pour Demain is a European think tank conducting research and advocating for the safe development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) within Europe. The Co-Lead EU AI Policy is tasked with shaping policies at the European Union level that capitalise on AI's benefits while minimising its risks. Main duties involve the preparation of policy proposals and their presentation to EU policymakers. Thematic tracks range from the enforcement of the EU AI Act and other relevant EU legislation, to technical AI standards (CEN/CENELEC).

Express your interest with this form in 5-10 minutes only!

 

• Start date: 1.1.2025 (latest 1.3.2025). Earlier start dates can be accommodated
• Location: ideally Brussels or remote (with frequent travel to Brussels and occasional travel to other European cities)
• Type of employment: full-time or 4 days per week (0.8 FTE)

 

We are looking for:

• Affinity for EU politics (ideally, with at least a few years of experience)
• Experience in AI risk management (ideally, with at least a few years of experience)
• Enjoyment of daily interactions with politicians and EU officials
• High degree of autonomy, self-organisation, project management
• High resilience, ability to deal with setbacks, and stakeholders with differing beliefs
• Ability to cover the full range of tasks: from the substantive preparation of a topic in a policy brief through research and writing to the practical implementation of public affairs and PR activities
• Excellent English skills. French and German are a plus.

 

We offer:

• The opportunity to implement neglected, impactful recommendations for safe AI development and deployment
• Substantial autonomy while collaborating closely with our EU AI Policy Lead. Based on your experience and qualifications, this role offers the flexibility to serve as either a Co-Lead or Policy Officer
• A friendly and dynamic startup culture
• Close collaboration with other relevant NGO actors in the field
• Flexibility regarding employment (4-5 days a week)
• Competitive salary
• Start date: 1.1.2025 (latest 1.3.2025). Earlier start dates can be accommodated
• Location: ideally Brussels or remote (with frequent travel to Brussels and occasional travel to other European cities)

 

Unsure if the job suits you? Submit the form in any case, or contact us with questions at (info at pourdemain.ngo). 

We have kept this form very short so that you can apply in 5-10 minutes (The first submission deadline is November 3, 2024, and the second is November 11, 2024. Please submit as soon as possible; this first step only takes 5-10 minutes). Edit: We have extended the submission deadline to November 13.

We look forward to getting to know you better!

 

Pour Demain is an independent nonprofit think-tank working towards a safe and positive future. Our key focus areas are AI and, separately, biosecurity. We are committed to fact-based policies, developing scientifically sound recommendations and facilitating the exchange between science, politics and civil society.