GIZ India
Are you passionate about artificial intelligence and its potential to drive sustainable development? GIZ India is seeking an Advisor Artificial Intelligence for their FAIR Forward project in New Delhi. This is your chance to contribute to making AI more open, inclusive, and sustainable on an international level!
About the Project
The FAIR Forward – Artificial Intelligence for All project, implemented by GIZ on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), aims to promote a more open, inclusive, and sustainable approach to AI internationally. In India, the project focuses on:
- Creating open AI training datasets and applications aligned with SDGs
- Promoting open AI for climate protection
- Strengthening responsible AI use through political dialogue
A key initiative is the development of an AI-driven Agricultural Information Exchange Platform (AIEP) to advise smallholder farmers in Bihar, India.
About The Role
Position: Advisor Artificial Intelligence (Internal: ICT and Digitalisation Advisor)
Location: New Delhi, India
Duration: Until June 30, 2025 (with possibility for extension)
Application Deadline: October 13, 2024
Main Responsibilities
- Coordinate implementation of AI activities in smallholder agriculture
- Manage a network of global and local digital agriculture innovators
- Organize workshops and convenings to develop the AI-driven platform
- Coordinate the implementation of Minimum Viable Products for digital advisory services
- Engage with the digital ecosystem on agriculture-related Digital Public Infrastructure initiatives
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Geoinformatics, Agriculture Science, or related fields
- At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable position
- Experience in artificial intelligence, data science, or related fields
- Knowledge of digital transformation projects in agriculture and sustainability
- Strong project management and communication skills
- Fluency in English (German is a plus)
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and a statement of suitability
- Provide a maximum 2-page note on "What are the main challenges of AI in Agriculture in India?"
GIZ promotes gender diversity and work-life balance. Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
