Head of Frontier Technologies

Head of Frontier Technologies Apply Locations: San Francisco Time Type: Full time Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago Job Requisition ID: R2972 The annual salary range for this role is $230,000-260,000 in San Francisco. Please note: This role requires the ability to work onsite in the San Francisco Forum office 3 days per week. Interested applicants can submit their CV to [email protected]. The World Economic Forum is committed to improving the state of the world, engaging the foremost political, business, and other leaders of society to shape global, regional, and industry agendas. The Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) helps stakeholders harness the potential of technological advancements for equitable and human-centered transformation. Our thematic priorities include understanding innovation, catalyzing industry transformation, improving governance, and building a positive future. Why we are Recruiting As AI and other frontier technologies drive the digital economy, we recognize their growing impact. The C4IR serves as a trusted platform to foster collaboration across businesses, governments, and civil society. The Head of Frontier Technologies is a key leadership position. Your responsibilities include leading and managing the C4IR teams in San Francisco, delivering significant institutional flagship initiatives, and establishing the Forum as the primary resource for consensus-building on AI and other frontier technologies. Reporting Lines and Interactions This role will report to the Head, AI, Data and Metaverse in Geneva and will manage a team of staff while intersecting with a wide range of stakeholders. Responsibilities Build and lead global communities of senior leaders and experts in the AI and frontier technologies ecosystem. Connect and deepen engagement with Bay Area constituents and the broader technology ecosystems. Manage, coach, and develop C4IR teams in San Francisco. Originate, build, and oversee strategic multistakeholder initiatives and partnerships. Ensure the successful delivery of relevant C4IR events. Foster collaboration with internal stakeholders to elevate initiatives. Onboard and advise Fellows on priority issues. Requirements and Experience Master’s degree preferred in a relevant field. Minimum 10 years of professional experience in relevant sectors. Staff management experience with culturally diverse teams. Experience managing complex multistakeholder projects. Demonstrated thought leadership on AI and frontier technologies. Excellent relationship management skills. Collaborative, agile, and results-oriented. Strong verbal and written language skills in English; proficiency in other languages is an asset. Vaccination Requirement The Forum LLC requires that employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their first day of employment. Why work at the Forum: The Forum believes that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life. Join us and become a driver for positive change! About Us The World Economic Forum, committed to improving the state of the world, is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. Our Culture We foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial, dynamic, and purpose-driven work culture. Life at the Forum The Forum is a workplace like no other, creating a space to listen and a place to be heard. Accelerate Your Career We offer opportunities to develop in ways that put you ahead of the curve. #J-18808-Ljbffr