AI Strategy & Innovation Specialist

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Identify, design, and test AI use cases that improve research, strategy, operations, and decision-making while ensuring data security
• Build and refine AI-enabled workflows using tools such as LLMs, automation platforms, and data analysis tools
• Support strategic projects with AI-assisted research, synthesis, scenario analysis, and insight generation
• Translate complex AI concepts into clear recommendations for non-technical stakeholders

This role helps shape how AI is used across a values-driven organization to improve research, strategy, and operations, ultimately moving more capital to mental health initiatives.

Required qualifications:

• 1–3 years of experience in a highly analytical, fast-paced environment (e.g., management consulting, strategy, analytics)
• High proficiency with modern AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT/Claude, research copilots, automation tools, prompt engineering)
• Exceptionally clear thinker and communicator with high ethical standards and sensitivity to responsible AI use
• Curious, self-directed, and comfortable navigating ambiguity

Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience

Perks: Flexible hours (anticipated 10–20 hours/week, adjustable), remote work with some overlap with U.S. business hours preferred, opportunity to operate with autonomy and visible impact

Mindful Philanthropy is a nonprofit organization launched in 2020 to increase philanthropic funding of mental health, addiction, and community well-being initiatives by supporting funders with resources, knowledge and networks.