Associate Director, Responsible Technology

San Francisco, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview

The Associate Director willserve as a lead withinBSRs Responsible Technology team focused on advancing BSRs advisory work thought leadership and collaborative initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence(AI)and environmental sustainability. This role will lead and grow BSRs portfolio of work exploring the environmental impacts of AI systems and digital infrastructure including climate energy watermaterialsbiodiversityand community/societalimpactconsiderations.The Associate Director will work closely with companiesincluding AI developers AI deployers cloud providers hardware manufacturers and enterprise usersto estimate and deepen understanding of environmental risks and opportunities. They will also develop governance and mitigation strategies and translate emerging best practices into practical management approaches for companies to adopt.

Thepositionwill contribute to shaping BSRs broader Responsible Technology strategy collaborating with the Climate & Nature Human Rights and Sustainability teams toestablishBSRs point of view and systematically incorporate environmental considerations of AI into cross-organizational tools guidance and approaches.

Compensation

At BSR we have implemented a transparent total compensation framework with a strong emphasis on internal equity. Tomaintainthis equity the hiring range for this position will vary depending on the selected candidates location as outlined below:

USA:USD107045 (additionally the followinglocation adjustments will be applied: San Francisco USD 8000 New York City USD 5000).

France: EUR 83959 (location adjustment for Paris EUR 3000)

UK: GBP 78349

Denmark: DKK 671702

In addition all candidatesregardless of locationwill be eligible for an annual performance bonus of 8%.

Responsibilities

The Associate Director will assume responsibility for business development and delivery of high-impact advisoryworkmember updatesand collaborative initiativesat the intersection of AI and theenvironment. This will require:

Strategy

DevelopingBSRs strategy and point of view on AI and environmental sustainability including emerging risksopportunitiesregulatory developments and stakeholder expectations.

ShapingBSRs approach toAIandenvironment projects including defining scopemethodology and analytical frameworks.

Developing practical tools guidance and frameworks to support companies inunderstandingand managing the environmental impacts of AI systems andrelatedinfrastructure.

Integrating environmental sustainability considerations into responsible AI and governance frameworks and embedding AI-related considerations into environmental governance frameworks.

BusinessDevelopmentand Member Engagement

Identifyingnew business opportunities and contributing to proposal development and revenue growth aligned with the Responsible Technology strategy.

Buildingandmaintainingrelationships with BSR member companies proactively engaging them to understand evolving priorities providinggeneral advisory support andidentifyingopportunities for deeperimpact.

RepresentingBSR in external forums including conferences roundtables and multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Proactively support insights development for BSR members needs.

Collaborative Initiatives and Field Building

Designing and leading collaborative initiatives or working groups focused on AI and environmental sustainability.

Convening companies and external stakeholders to advance shared approaches metrics and best practices.

Contributing to publications reports and thought leadership that shape the broader field of responsible AI and environmental governance.

Building/growingpartnerships with academic institutions NGOs and policy actors working at the intersection of AI climate and sustainability.

Qualifications

Significant experienceworking onAI and environmental sustainabilityissues. This may includeworking for or withcompanies onclimate sustainability or environmental issues working in NGOs and civil society organizations implementingclimate / environmentalprograms in the field or undertaking and publishing significant research onthe environmental impacts of AIin a business context.

Consulting experience and/or proven ability to perform the key functions of a consultant including developing andmaintainingclient relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities;leading project teams;and managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Experience (5-8 years) working withthebusiness community preferably in/ withthe technologyindustry although notrequired. Solid understanding of technology supply chain andpublic for-profit businessoperations.

Experience(at least 5-8years) in a high-performingandfast-paced work environment.

Well-developed leadership and people skills including a demonstrated ability to enhance the skills and effectiveness of other team members.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (i.e.structured concise impactful).

Willingness to undertakedomestic andinternational business travel.

High ethical standards and commitment to BSR core values of leadership respect and integrity.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a backgroundcheck.

Diversity Equal Opportunity

BSR is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Position Overview The Associate Director willserve as a lead withinBSRs Responsible Technology team focused on advancing BSRs advisory work thought leadership and collaborative initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence(AI)and environmental sustainability. This role will lead and gro...