[Remote] Associate Director, AI and the Environment

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BSR is a sustainable business network and consultancy focused on creating a world in which all people can thrive on a healthy planet. The Associate Director will lead BSR’s Responsible Technology team, focusing on advancing advisory work and initiatives at the intersection of artificial intelligence and environmental sustainability. This role involves developing strategies, managing business development, and fostering collaborative initiatives to address the environmental impacts of AI systems.

Responsibilities

• Developing BSR’s strategy and point of view on AI and environmental sustainability, including emerging risks, opportunities, regulatory developments, and stakeholder expectations
• Shaping BSR’s approach to AI and environment projects, including defining scope, methodology, and analytical frameworks
• Developing practical tools, guidance, and frameworks to support companies in understanding and managing the environmental impacts of AI systems and related infrastructure
• Integrating environmental sustainability considerations into responsible AI and governance frameworks and embedding AI-related considerations into environmental governance frameworks
• Identifying new business opportunities and contributing to proposal development and revenue growth aligned with the Responsible Technology strategy
• Building and maintaining relationships with BSR member companies, proactively engaging them to understand evolving priorities, providing general advisory support, and identifying opportunities for deeper impact
• Representing BSR in external forums, including conferences, roundtables, and multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Proactively support insights development for BSR members’ needs
• Designing and leading collaborative initiatives or working groups focused on AI and environmental sustainability
• Convening companies and external stakeholders to advance shared approaches, metrics, and best practices
• Contributing to publications, reports, and thought leadership that shape the broader field of responsible AI and environmental governance
• Building/growing partnerships with academic institutions, NGOs, and policy actors working at the intersection of AI, climate, and sustainability

Skills

• Significant experience working on AI and environmental sustainability issues. This may include working for or with companies on climate, sustainability, or environmental issues, working in NGOs and civil society organizations, implementing climate / environmental programs in the field, or undertaking and publishing significant research on the environmental impacts of AI in a business context
• Consulting experience and/or proven ability to perform the key functions of a consultant, including developing and maintaining client relationships; pursuing and creating business opportunities; leading project teams; and managing multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Experience (5-8 years) working with the business community, preferably in/ with the technology industry, although not required. Solid understanding of technology supply chain and public, for-profit business operations
• Experience (at least 5-8 years) in a high-performing and fast-paced work environment
• Well-developed leadership and people skills, including a demonstrated ability to enhance the skills and effectiveness of other team members
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (i.e. structured, concise, impactful)
• Willingness to undertake domestic and international business travel
• High ethical standards and commitment to BSR core values of leadership, respect, and integrity

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus of 8%

Company Overview

• BSR® is a sustainable business network and consultancy focused on creating a world in which all people can thrive on a healthy planet. It was founded in 1992, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://bsr.org.

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