Head of Digital Transformation and AI Ethics

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)

Oversee the integration of AI and digital tools in humanitarian operations, ensuring ethical standards and strategic alignment. Includes managing digital transformation projects and advising on AI ethics.
### Strategic Analysis This role is pivotal as humanitarian organizations face increasing pressure to leverage AI and digital tools for efficiency and impact. The Head of Digital Transformation and AI Ethics ensures that technological adoption aligns with core humanitarian principles—humanity, impartiality, neutrality, and independence. By embedding ethics into digital strategy, this role safeguards against biases, privacy breaches, and unintended harm, which are critical in crisis settings. As the IFRC operates globally, this position bridges tech innovation with field realities, enabling data-driven decision-making while maintaining trust. The role also signals the sector's maturation: recognizing that digital transformation is not just about tools but about governance, accountability, and human-centric design. In a landscape where misinformation and digital divides exacerbate vulnerabilities, this leadership ensures that AI serves the most vulnerable, not just operational efficiency.