Senior Non-key Expert, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) at DAI

Background

With the increasing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) in governance, election management bodies must leverage AI-driven solutions to enhance efficiency, transparency, and security in electoral processes. An established organization has established an AI Division under its ICT Department and requires support for AI adoption in voter registration, election logistics management, results management, and public communications.

A consulting firm, under the EU-SDGN project, is recruiting a senior AI and machine learning expert who will work on the objectives listed below.

Key Objectives

• Provide strategic guidance on AI and ML integration in election management, specifically voter registration, election logistics management, results management, and communications
• Assess AI use cases for improving voter registration, election logistics monitoring, results management, and communications
• Offer recommendations for AI governance, ethics, and risk management in electoral processes
• Ensure compliance with national and international AI policies and regulations
• Advise on AI capacity-building initiatives for staff

Scope of Work

The AI and ML Expert will:

• Conduct AI readiness assessments within operations, particularly focusing on voter registration, election logistics management, results management, and public communications
• Advise on AI-driven tools for electoral data analysis and predictive modelling
• Develop a framework for training and capacity building on the deployment of AI
• Support AI-based security enhancements to detect cyber threats, disinformation, and electoral fraud
• Develop guidelines for ethical AI use in elections
• Monitor AI risks and suggest mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with stakeholders including policymakers, electoral officials, and tech experts to ensure AI-driven innovations align with democratic principles

Location

Lagos, Nigeria