Head of Data & AI Literacy

London
1 year ago
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If you are a Head of Data & AI Literacy with excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise with senior stakeholders, we have an exciting contract that we would like to discuss with you.

Please note this role falls inside IR35 and will require onsite attendance once a week.

The ideal candidate will have a strong pedigree in Data & AI and its adoption at Enterprise scale with the ability to explain the capabilities of Data and AI to staff, emphasising their value across various use cases. Help them understand how these methods can address organisational needs.

As the Head of Data & AI Literacy, your role is pivotal in fostering a deep understanding of data and artificial intelligence across the organisation. Your mission extends beyond mere technological innovation; it encompasses empowering teams with the knowledge and skills needed to harness data effectively.

Your responsibilities include:

  1. Enabling AI Adoption:

    • You will accelerate the safe adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

    • This involves enabling AI features within existing products (such as CoPilot within Microsoft Office tools) and developing Machine Learning and AI models.

  2. Understanding Evolving Needs:

    • As a business-facing role, you will work closely with staff across the organisation to understand their evolving needs.

    • Your goal is to find the right solutions and capabilities that align with these needs, collaborating across Data and Technology teams.

  3. Guidelines and Training:

    • You will lead the production of training materials and guidelines for safe and appropriate AI and data usage by staff.

    • Knowing when and how to use AI and data appropriately is crucial to ensure correct and informed decisions and actions.

  4. Strategic Roadmap:

    • Collaborating with the Chief Data & AI Officer, Head of Data Governance, and Head of Data Science, you will set a roadmap for transformation initiatives related to Artificial Intelligence and Data Improvement.

  5. Delivery and Implementation:

    • Working alongside the Senior Data Business Partner and Technology application teams, you will drive these AI and data capabilities.

    • Your role bridges the gap between strategy and execution, ensuring successful implementation

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