EDSAFE AI Project Manager

InnovateEDU is seeking a full-time Project Manager to manage and lead the EDSAFE AI Alliance, support the project's fellowships, and develop policy, including local school district-level labs. This position has supervisory responsibilities.

About the EDSAFE AI Alliance

The EDSAFE AI Alliance is a global initiative coordinated by InnovateEDU and powered by a coalition of organizations representing stakeholders across the education sector to provide global leadership for developing a safer, more secure, more equitable, and more trusted AI education ecosystem through a focus on research, policy, and practice. We aim to build and develop an ecosystem that reflects the best practices for AI use in education.

About Innovate EDU

InnovateEDU catalyzes education transformation by bridging gaps in data, policy, practice, and research to center the field's needs and accelerate innovation toward an equitable, inclusive, and radically different future for all learners. We envision a radically transformed learning ecosystem in which every learner accesses educational opportunities and resources that prepare them to contribute to and succeed in a global society and economy.

Responsibilities

Lead the Coalition:

• Develop, implement, and oversee the strategic plan for the EDSAFE AI Coalition.
• Lead the strategy and stakeholder engagement for EDSAFE, including leading the Steering Committee, working groups, and facilitating collaboration amongst partners;
• Coordinate and direct all coalition activities, ensuring objectives are met and align with our mission.
• Manage fellowships focused on building capacity and community in AI and education.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with various stakeholders, including AI developers, policymakers, educators, and civil society, to foster dialogue and collaboration.
• Represent the coalition at conferences, workshops, and other public forums.

Program and Team Management:

• Oversee the development and execution of projects and programs within the coalition.
• Coordinate a national network of school district-level labs to develop policies and practices aligned to the safe and ethical use of AI in education.
• Ensure all programs are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Lead and manage a small staff team, promoting a positive, inclusive, collaborative work environment.

Research and Development:

• Develop and edit content and publications relative to the work
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in AI and AI ethics.
• Encourage and oversee research initiatives within the coalition.

Moves boxes/equipment up to 50 pounds.

Other duties as needed and assigned

Who You Are

• You are a mission-driven individual and believe in working to close the educational opportunity gap. You are passionate about the implications of AI in education and are committed to promoting responsible AI practices.
• You are an optimistic problem-solver who believes that together, we can create real solutions that help the entire sector move forward. You are keen to understand the different moving pieces of a complex project and willing to use your skills to organize the work for seamless implementation. You like a fast pace, manage many workstreams, and are highly responsive.
• You are open to feedback, bring your best every day, and are ready to grow in all areas of your work. You want to join a team of folks who share your vision for mission-driven work at the intersection of education, policy, and civil rights. Finally, you know that sharing often is key to this work and you are ready to document everything you do so that schools everywhere and the whole sector can benefit.

Skills & Experience

• Education
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Ethics, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Experience
  • 3-5 years of experience in technology, education technology, or science and education policy.
  • Knowledge of  AI, machine learning, or related technologies.
  • Experience in education environments is highly desirable;
• Skills
  • Strong organizational skills & project management skills.
  • Strong public speaking skills, adept at speaking to funders, corporate leaders, policymakers and the press;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools, including Asana.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Proactive approach with a strong sense of initiative and creativity.
• Knowledge
  • In-depth understanding of AI and its ethical implications.
  • Familiarity with the current landscape of AI policy and regulations.

Compensation

Consistent with our diversity, equity, and inclusion statement, we strive to address systemic gaps in pay often present in our larger society due to gender, identity, or sexual orientation. All candidates are pay scaled by an independent third-party service or application, which calculates the market rate for the applicant based on skills and qualifications, job duties, market conditions within the applicant's location, education, and experience. This position’s compensation range is $89,000 to $100,000  annually. InnovateEDU full-time employees receive paid vacation and sick leave, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement, and other benefits.

This is a full-time position that requires the ability to work remotely. Since March 2020, most InnovateEDU staff has worked virtually, and team members are expected to be available during typical office hours in Eastern Standard Time, with some flexibility available.

Keywords

AIEducationPolicyProject ManagementEthicsPublic SpeakingCommunicationTechnologyResearchRegulationsStakeholder EngagementTeam Management