Main Responsibilities
AI Solution Design and Development:
- Design and implement AI solutions using Azure AI Foundry and Azure AI Hub, including RAG pipelines, custom copilots, and AI-assisted workflows.
- Translate user requirements into functional and technical designs, integrating NEA data sources with secure and controlled access.
- Develop and fine-tune prompt engineering and model orchestration for high-value use cases.
- Build connectors and APIs to integrate AI capabilities with existing NEA systems such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, and Invenio RDM.
- Ensure the operational reliability, performance, and security of AI services.
- Establish monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement mechanisms for AI deployments.
- Maintain version control, documentation, and traceability of AI models and workflows.
Stakeholder Engagement and Capacity Building:
- Work closely with NEA Heads of Division and Office to identify opportunities for AI integration.
- Work closely with the NEA IT team and support the development of AI competencies in the team.
- Conduct workshops and design sprints to elicit requirements and co-develop prototypes with end users.
- Provide training and guidance to end users on using AI tools securely and effectively.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and implement AI-based opportunities.
AI Governance:
- Contribute to the NEA AI strategy and roadmap, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and AI principles.
- Ensure technical governance, security, and compliance of AI systems with OECD and international standards, including data protection and export control obligations.
- Define and maintain best practices for responsible AI use, including documentation, transparency, and auditability of models and prompts.
Other:
- Carry out other related duties assigned by the IT Systems Manager.