Program Officer, AI Innovations
Quick answer
The Foundation is hiring a Program Officer, AI Innovations in New Delhi (limited-term) to lead technical innovation and policy development for AI solutions across health, education, and agriculture sectors.
- Role
- Program Officer, AI Innovations
- Organization
- The Foundation (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation)
- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
- Apply by
- 2026-07-17
The role
The Foundation is seeking a Program Officer, AI Innovations to join the India Country Office (ICO) in New Delhi. This role focuses on advancing digital and AI innovation across various sectors like health, education, and agriculture by partnering with government and private sector stakeholders. The position involves technical evaluation of AI solutions, policy development, and building internal capacity for responsible AI adoption.
What you'll do
- Deliver impact through AI innovation in priority domains like health and education.
- Partner with government and private sector stakeholders to scale AI solutions.
- Develop evaluation infrastructure and frameworks for AI products.
- Establish policy structures and procurement guidelines for AI.
- Build internal capacity and literacy regarding responsible AI practices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate technical problems into shippable systems.
What it takes
- Bachelor's or master's degree in a Computer Science/IT related field.
- At least 5 years of hands-on experience in digital & AI innovation or product management.
- Demonstrable work in AI software development, ML modeling, and LLM deployment.
- Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Experience working in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
- Commitment to using AI for public good and equitable development.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with no premiums; generous paid time off; paid family leave; foundation-paid retirement contribution; regional holidays.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in New Delhi, India.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary is not specified in the posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need at least 5 years of experience in AI innovation and a degree in a system-related field, along with strong communication skills.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is July 17, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Foundation (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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