Senior AI Strategy Advisor to define and operationalize an enterprise AI strategy for a not-for-profit client

Our valued not-for-profit client is seeking a Senior AI Strategy Advisor to define and operationalize an enterprise AI strategy for a crown corporation client!

8 to 12 week engagement in Ottawa, ON. Candidates with the ability to work on-site downtown Ottawa will be prioritized.

Responsibilities:

• Define a clear and shared AI vision aligned with business strategy and organizational values
• Identify the support model needed for Enterprise Business Solutions required to enable and sustain the client's AI capabilities (including roles, responsibilities and how this works within the existing structure).
• Refine and operationalize the governance model to support the identified maturity level the team is working towards (including tooling recommendations)
• Establish a communication strategy
• Establish a training plan both for general users and technology resources
• Develop a phased roadmap to advance AI maturity over a 5 year period, including quick wins and long-term initiatives.

Scope of Work:

• Discovery & Assessment
• Benchmarking
• Gap Analysis & Recommendations
• Roadmap Development
• Executive Summary & Presentation
• Detailed Assessment Report for both current and future state; options for support model and related costs with risks and opportunities called out for each

Must Have Skills:

• Significant experience in AI strategy, digital transformation, or enterprise technology consulting.
• Proven experience designing and operationalizing enterprise AI strategies and governance models.
• Demonstrated success advising senior executives (C-suite / VP level) on AI or data-driven transformation.
• Experience leading AI maturity assessments and multi-year roadmap development.

Nice to Haves:

• Experience designing or operating an AI Center of Excellence (AICoE).
• Strong knowledge of emerging AI regulations and standards (e.g., responsible AI frameworks, model governance standards).
• Exposure to GenAI strategy, adoption patterns, and risk considerations.