Job description

Your new company

A major government organisation is establishing an enterprise Artificial Intelligence Centre to govern, assess, and support safe adoption of AI capabilities across the organisation. With demand for AI initiatives rapidly increasing, the organisation is augmenting its team with specialist contractors to build foundational governance and operational capability.

Your new role

You will lead the development and implementation of the organisation’s enterprise AI governance, risk, and assurance framework. The role includes establishing governance processes, supporting multiple AI governance committees, implementing the AI Navigator platform, and producing key governance artefacts required for safe and compliant AI adoption.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Demonstrated experience establishing governance frameworks in large, complex organisations

  • Background in risk management, assurance, compliance, or governance functions

  • Strong executive stakeholder engagement capability

  • Experience developing policy, frameworks, standards, and governance artefacts

  • Excellent written communication skills for executive and governance audiences

  • Desirable: experience in AI governance, data governance, or emerging technology governance; government or regulated‑sector experience; knowledge of AI ethics, assurance, and risk frameworks

What you'll get in return

A 6‑month contract with extension options, Sydney/WFH

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



LHS 297508 #3008330 - Chandrani Mukherjee

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Job Summary

  • Published on: 16 Jul, 2026
  • Category: Technology
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Contractor
  • Salary:
  • Location: NSW - Sydney CBD
  • Job Nature: Contractor

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: NSW - Sydney CBD