Artificial Intelligence (AI) Knowledge Curator

Employer:

Location:

Manchester, M1 6EU

Pay:

Competitive

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

05/02/2026

The Greater Manchester (GM) AI, Data and Innovation Office (ADIO) 1 Year FTC will help improve public services and grow the tech economy by investing in the way we use AI. ADIO acts as a guiding and connecting, assisting and empowering, and catalysing function for the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, GM local authorities and wider public sector partners.

ADIO will enable collaboration and an effective and responsible use of both machine learning and generative AI across Greater Manchester, assist local authorities in baseline‑setting and improvement of their AI use, and facilitate AI‑driven innovation to boost economic development.

In this role, the AI Knowledge Curator will lead the identification, curation, and dissemination of critical AI information, insights, and best practices across Greater Manchester. The candidate will be a central knowledge hub, ensuring that the most relevant, ethical, and practical AI knowledge is accessible, understandable, and actionable for diverse stakeholders.

Note: this role does not involve the technical process of cleaning and labeling data for AI models.

As an employer, the Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) provides a range of strategic functions and service providers including GM Fire and Rescue Service, Waste and Resources, Environment, Work and Skills, Research, Public Sector Reform, Police, Crime and Criminal Justice, Homelessness, the Greater Manchester Ageing Hub and the Commissioning Hub.

We value diversity and aim to reflect the communities across Greater Manchester in our workforce.

We encourage applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of age, disability, trans status, non‑binary identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

We provide reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities and have guidance to ensure fair recruitment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is embraced to enhance our operations and to innovate our services. However, we value human talent and seek passionate individuals to join our organisation.

Applications that rely heavily on AI may be rejected during shortlisting; however, if AI is used as a reasonable adjustment, please explain why to aid a fair selection process.