Strategic Leader for AI and Frontier Technologies

1 week ago


San Francisco, California, United States WEF Full time
Job Summary

The World Economic Forum is seeking a seasoned professional to lead our efforts in AI and frontier technologies. As the Head of Frontier Technologies, you will be responsible for driving strategic initiatives and partnerships that advance the Forum's mission.


Key Responsibilities
  • Lead Global Communities: Build and manage global networks of senior leaders and experts in the AI and frontier technologies ecosystem.
  • Engage with Stakeholders: Connect and deepen engagement with Bay Area constituents and the broader technology ecosystems.
  • Team Management: Manage, coach, and develop C4IR teams in San Francisco.
  • Initiative Development: Originate, build, and oversee strategic multistakeholder initiatives and partnerships.
  • Event Management: Ensure the successful delivery of relevant C4IR events.
  • Collaboration: Foster collaboration with internal stakeholders to elevate initiatives.
  • Fellow Support: Onboard and advise Fellows on priority issues.

Requirements and Experience
  • Education: Master's degree preferred in a relevant field.
  • Experience: Minimum 10 years of professional experience in relevant sectors.
  • Leadership: Staff management experience with culturally diverse teams.
  • Project Management: Experience managing complex multistakeholder projects.
  • Thought Leadership: Demonstrated thought leadership on AI and frontier technologies.
  • Relationship Building: Excellent relationship management skills.
  • Collaboration: Collaborative, agile, and results-oriented.
  • Language Skills: Strong verbal and written language skills in English; proficiency in other languages is an asset.

Vaccination Requirement

The Forum LLC requires that employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their first day of employment.


About the World Economic Forum

The World Economic Forum is an International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. We foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial, dynamic, and purpose-driven work culture.


Life at the Forum

The Forum is a workplace like no other, creating a space to listen and a place to be heard.


Accelerate Your Career

We offer opportunities to develop in ways that put you ahead of the curve.



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