CHIEF Data Officer

The Chief AI and Data Officer (CAIDO) role serves as a founding executive within a data and technology-driven venture aiming to enhance community impact across the United States. This initiative, supported by a leading philanthropic partner, seeks to overcome barriers that community leaders face in accessing data tools, infrastructure, and analytical capacity necessary for advancing economic mobility. The CAIDO will contribute to building a national movement focused on creating technology solutions for real community challenges, advocating for responsible and ethical use of AI, and ensuring that advanced data practices are leveraged to improve local outcomes. This role involves translating strategic vision into operational technology, data platforms, and AI systems that are reliable and scalable for nationwide use. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CAIDO will be integral in shaping both the technical scope and organizational culture. Responsibilities include end-to-end oversight of data strategy, architecture, governance, and delivery, with an emphasis on prototyping, building, and distributing data management tools and AI workflows. Additionally, the CAIDO will lead infrastructure design and deployment strategies, ensuring sustainable and secure technology solutions for partner organizations. The ideal candidate will be an entrepreneurial leader comfortable with ambiguity and complexity, ready to influence technical and cultural directions in a mission-driven, high-growth environment. They will mentor staff, manage budgets and vendors, and engage with stakeholders to build confidence in the organization's commitment to digital public infrastructure. This position demands hands-on involvement in developing roadmaps, overseeing KPI outcomes, and ensuring the successful scaling of community-focused technology solutions. The role offers a significant opportunity to make a lasting impact through transformative technical leadership.