AI Implementation Specialist

Full-time | 6-month contract (with potential 12-month extension)
Location: Canberra, ACT

Are you passionate about driving responsible and innovative AI adoption across an enterprise? We're seeking an experienced AI Implementation Specialist to lead a transformative initiative that will shape the future of AI capability within a major Australian institution.

About the Role

This is a pivotal opportunity to contribute to a high-impact AI Implementation Accelerator program. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders and a specialised AI consultancy to deliver strategic outcomes aligned with a broader digital transformation agenda.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate activities outlined in the AI Implementation roadmap.
• Collaborate with external consultants to implement enterprise AI strategy, governance frameworks, and capability models.
• Develop policies and guidelines for ethical and compliant AI use.
• Design and deliver AI literacy programs for staff and students.
• Identify and prioritise AI use cases across the organisation.
• Support pilot programs for AI initiatives and define success metrics.
• Establish and manage an executive-level AI and Data governance body.
• Prepare business cases to secure funding for future AI phases.
• Engage stakeholders across faculties and business units to ensure alignment.
• Monitor and report on progress, risks, and benefits of AI initiatives.
• Promote a culture of innovation and responsible AI adoption.

Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in enterprise AI strategy, governance, and implementation.
• Experience designing and facilitating workshops and AI literacy training.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities.
• Demonstrated success in delivering innovative AI solutions and pilots.
• Deep understanding of AI technologies, data governance, and compliance.
• Experience developing policies for emerging technologies.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, especially with executive stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills in dynamic environments.

Working Arrangements

• Full-time position based in Canberra.
• No security clearance required; AFP check mandatory.
• Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Linda Jona
Consultant

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