Programme Manager (AI Governance Research and Partnerships) At UNOPS

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Even though the level of the position is indicated as IICA 2, depending on the incumbent’s personal situation (candidate with national ID or resident permit in duty station), a local fee scale (LICA-10) might be applied in determining the contractor’s fee.

Duty Station: Valencia, Spain

Functions / Key Results Expected

Function 1 – Lead Research and Thematic Analysis

  • Conduct in-depth academic and policy research on AI governance, ethics, and emerging technology frameworks.
  • Produce high-quality thematic briefs and foresight papers to inform the work of the AI Governance for Humanity Lab Initiative.
  • Ensure research outputs are policy-relevant, evidence-based, and accessible to non-technical audiences.

Function 2 – Academic and Institutional Partnerships

  • Build and maintain partnerships with universities, think tanks, and research institutions, including in the region.
  • Coordinate joint studies and knowledge-sharing events.

Function 3 – Integration and Knowledge Translation

  • Integrate research findings into events hosted by the AI Governance for Humanity Lab Initiative, ODET reports, and intergovernmental processes.
  • Support synthesis of academic outputs for high-level briefings and dialogues.

Function 4 – Cross-cutting Dimensions

  • Uphold gender equality, inclusion, ethics, and PSEA standards across research and engagement.
  • Apply foresight and horizon-scanning methodologies to identify policy gaps and opportunities.

Education Requirements:

Required:

  • PHD degree (or equivalent advanced degree) preferably on AI Policy, Ethics, International Law, Technology Governance, or related interdisciplinary field with 5 years of relevant experience.

Desired:

  • Additional specialization in foresight, data governance, or bibliometric analysis.

Experience Requirements:

Required:

  • Relevant experience is defined as experience in academic or policy research related to digital governance or emerging technologies.

Desired:

  • Experience with foresight studies, bibliometric analysis, or research coordination in multilateral contexts.

How to apply

The interested candidates need to submit their application on or before 3 December 2025 through our job portal following link below. Please find more information on how to apply on our UNOPS Jobs portal, here.