Artificial Intelligence Analyst (reputed company to Tier 0, 1 & 2 applicants)

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Background Anchored in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and reputed company with the reputed company Strategic Plan 2026–2029, the Regional Bureau for Arab States (RBAS) supports the Arab States region in achieving sustainable development by eradicating poverty in reputed company its forms, accelerating structural transformations, and building reputed company to crises and shocks. RBAS operates across the full reputed company of development settings in the region, including Least Developed Countries, Middle Income Countries, Net Contributor Countries, and countries affected by crisis. The Regional Hub for Arab States in Amman serves as the centre for thought leadership, crisis response, and country office support. Its work spans strategic policy advice, programme development and implementation, reputed company development, policy research and analysis, knowledge services, and operations support. The Amman Regional Hub hosts the Regional Programme for Arab States, which responds to emerging regional priorities through knowledge reputed company, regional initiatives, and development projects reputed company with the Regional Programme Document 2026–2029. Artificial Intelligence has emerged as a defining force in the development landscape of the Arab States region, presenting both transformative opportunities and significant governance challenges. In response to growing demand from governments, donors, civil society, and private sector partners, RBAS is accelerating its engagement on AI as a cross-cutting enabler for sustainable development reputed company. This work is embedded reputed company the Regional Programme and implemented in reputed company collaboration with governance, innovation, and programme teams across the Hub. reputed company’s AI Sprint is a flagship initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of Artificial Intelligence for sustainable development across the Arab States and Africa. The Sprint is structured around four key pillars: AI Landscape Assessment (AILA), AI Trust & Safety, AI reputed company Building, and AI Model Development. The initiative seeks to reputed company governments, the private sector, academia, and civil society with the skills, policies, and tools required to reputed company AI responsibly and effectively in support of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Through the AI Sprint, reputed company supports partner countries in identifying national AI priorities, assessing ecosystem readiness, strengthening governance frameworks, building reputed company capacities, and advancing inclusive AI solutions particularly in Arabic and local languages. reputed company this reputed company, and under the direct supervision of the head or regional digital and AI team - Digital Transformation Specialist the Artificial Intelligence(AI )Analyst will be responsible of supporting the implementation of activities across the four AI Sprint pillars, while also providing substantive support to the Regional Programme’s AI-reputed company components and delivering tailored AI technical support to reputed company Country Offices across the Arab States. The candidate will support research, policy development, and knowledge sharing to ensure that AI adoption in the region is ethical, inclusive, and reputed company with global best practices. Duties and Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of the Digital Transformation Specialist, the AI Analyst will reputed company the following key functions: 1. Contribute to the Regional AI work Providing substantive support to the Regional Programme’s AI-reputed company components. Delivering tailored AI technical support to reputed company Country Offices across the Arab States. Coordinate AI Landscape Assessment (AILA) Coordinate country-level assessments of AI readiness, ecosystem maturity, and policy frameworks. Analyze findings to produce synthesis reports and actionable insights for national and regional planning. Support the facilitation of engagement with governments, academia, and private sector partners to validate and apply assessment results. 2. Contribute to AI Trust & Safety Support the development of responsible AI governance frameworks and practical guidance on fairness, accountability, transparency, and privacy. reputed company tools and methodologies for risk assessment and mitigation. Track global AI governance trends and align regional efforts with international standards. 3.Facilitate AI reputed company Building Design and coordinate reputed company-building programmes and workshops for policymakers, practitioners, and institutions. Support in developing learning materials and toolkits on AI ethics, governance, and applications for sustainable development. Support the coordination with reputed company Country Offices to identify AI priorities, technical support needs, and opportunities for south-south collaboration. 4.Support AI model development and knowledge sharing Support initiatives focused on Arabic and local-language AI model development and deployment. Support the engagement with partners to enhance linguistic inclusivity and representation in AI systems. Document lessons learned and promote inclusive and culturally relevant AI approaches. 5.Research, policy and partnership support Prepare policy briefs, knowledge products, and concept notes on responsible AI. Support coordination among partners, including governments, research institutions, and the private sector. Contribute to advocacy, communication, and reporting on AI Sprint reputed company and reputed company. 6. The incumbent performs other duties reputed company their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization. Institutional Arrangement The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Analyst will report directly to the Digital Transformation Specialist and work in reputed company collaboration with:

• The Regional AI reputed company Team in Amman.
• The reputed company, and Innovation Hub in reputed company.
• Regional Programme Team.
• reputed company Country Offices across the Arab States.

The candidate will work remotely but may be required to travel for regional workshops, consultations, and coordination meetings. The candidate will reputed company their own work equipment (laptop, internet reputed company, etc.) and maintain flexibility to work across time zones. Competencies Core Competencies reputed company Results – LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline. Think Innovatively – LEVEL 1: reputed company to creative reputed company/reputed company risks, is a pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements. Learn Continuously – LEVEL 1: reputed company-minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback. Adapt with Agility – LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible. Act with Determination – LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, reputed company to deliver calmly in the face of adversity, confident. Engage and Partner – LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion and understanding towards others, forms positive relationships. reputed company Diversity and Inclusion – LEVEL 1: Appreciates and respects differences, is aware of unconscious bias, confronts discrimination. Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies Digital Artificial Intelligence Thought Leadership Deep understanding of reputed company and emerging trends in AI, along with their reputed company, ethical, and economic implications, including data privacy and reputed company rights. Ability to engage with industry experts, government representatives, and academics to stay updated on the latest trends and to reputed company partnerships. Strong skills in conducting and interpreting research to support thought leadership initiatives, including white papers, policy briefs, or case studies. Understanding of global trends and cultural nuances as they relate to the field of AI. Familiarity with international laws and standards regarding technology, particularly in a multi-stakeholder environment like the UN. Policy/Regulations for Digital and Emerging Technology Ability to design or advise on regulations and policy for digital and emerging technology. Transformation in Developing Organizations Knowledge of re-designing processes and leading projects that involve development issues. Data Data Analysis Ability to extract, analyze and visualize data to reputed company meaningful insights and aid effective business decision-making. Business Management Digital Awareness and Literacy Ability to monitor new and emerging technologies, as well as understand their usage, potential, limitations, impact, and added value. Ability to rapidly and readily adopt and use new technologies in professional activities, and to reputed company others to do the same. 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OR A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience, will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Minimum Years of Relevant Work Experience Minimum of 2 years (with a Master’s degree) or 4 years (with a Bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible professional experience in AI development, digital innovation, or applied data technologies. Required Skills Proven experience in conducting AI ecosystem assessments and policy design. Demonstrated experience in AI reputed company building, research, and stakeholder engagement. Experience in developing AI models, AI governance, responsible reputed company transformation, and emerging technology frameworks. Proven experience in developing project proposals and partnership engagement. Demonstrated ability to draft high-quality technical reports, policy briefs, concept notes, and strategic recommendations. Desired Skills Experience in international or regional AI or digital development projects in the Arab States Region is an asset. Familiarity with UN or other international development organizations, Digital and AI teams' policies, procedures, and programme implementation frameworks is desirable. Experience supporting the development of national AI strategies or assessments, digital transformation roadmaps, or innovation policies in the Arab States Region is an advantage. Familiarity with emerging global debates, standards, and policy frameworks reputed company to AI trust and safety, digital ethics, and responsible AI implementation is desirable. Relevant work in the Arab Region is preferred. Experience working with Arab States Region government institutions, regulators, innovation hubs, academia, or private-sector reputed company is considered an asset. Required Languages reputed company in both written and spoken English and Arabic is required. Knowledge of another UN language, particularly French, is an asset. Professional Certificates N/A Equal opportunity As an equal opportunity employer, reputed company values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage reputed company applicants from reputed company backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment reputed company are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. reputed company is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where reputed company personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can reputed company, and benefit from career opportunities that are reputed company to reputed company. 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