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Leading AI strategy and governance in the public sector
AI in the public sector must meet service needs and accountability requirements. Structure your priorities, governance and stakeholder support to guide projects. Develop an approach that connects use cases, risks and public-sector decisions.
- Duration
- 1 day 7 hours
- Code
- IA041FR Code
Presentation
Artificial intelligence is no longer simply a technology option: it is a major driver of transformation for public administrations and state-owned enterprises. This one-day course is specifically designed for executive leaders and senior civil servants who must make decisions, set direction and oversee AI adoption without necessarily being technical experts.
The program takes a firmly strategic approach. Explore the main categories of AI, including generative and predictive AI, to identify concrete opportunities to improve performance and services for citizens. You will also address the critical challenges of digital sovereignty, ethics and compliance with emerging international and African regulations.
Beyond theory, this session is a workshop for turning reflection into action. Through case studies from Rwanda, Morocco and the OECD, learn to establish robust governance and leave with an initial roadmap for aligning AI with your institution's priorities.
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- understand AI foundations and current trends to inform decision-making;
- identify opportunities to improve public service performance and transparency;
- assess the ethical, legal and technological risks associated with AI deployment;
- define a governance and oversight model suited to public-sector and publicly affiliated organisations;
- develop a strategic AI vision aligned with national and institutional priorities.
Program
Module 1: understanding AI fundamentals and challenges
- Main technology categories: machine learning, computer vision and generative AI.
- State of the art: technology developments and current maturity.
- Global context: Africa's position and examples of technology-enhanced administrations.
Module 2: identifying opportunities for performance and innovation
- Operational optimisation: intelligent automation and cost reduction.
- Creating public value: personalised services for citizens and making effective use of data.
Case studies
- Analyse successful initiatives such as Rwanda's IremboGov, Kenya's eCitizen and Morocco Digital 2030.
Module 3: managing risks, ethics and compliance
- Risk mapping: algorithmic bias, opacity and privacy protection.
- Regulatory framework: the GDPR, the EU AI Act and African initiatives.
- Ethics and trust: ensuring explainability and human accountability.
Module 4: structuring governance and transforming management
- Strategic oversight: the role of senior management, establishing AI committees and tracking ROI.
- Technology-enhanced management: decision support and a data-driven culture.
Hands-on exercises
- Work as a group to develop a 12-month strategic roadmap.
Audience
This course is intended for public-sector decision-makers, including:
- senior executives, such as directors-general or permanent secretaries, seeking to establish an AI vision;
- digital transformation leaders responsible for implementing innovation strategies;
- senior managers in public administrations and state-owned enterprises who oversee technology projects.
Prerequisites
The following background is recommended:
- Professional experience: experience in leadership or strategic management in public-sector or publicly affiliated organisations.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Practical exercises
- Case study
Course highlights
- Executive-level approach: clear, strategic, non-technical content tailored to decision-makers.
- Relevant context: examples grounded in African realities and digital sovereignty challenges.
- International standards: content aligned with OECD and UNESCO governance standards.
- Actionable deliverable: leave with a draft strategic roadmap ready to put to use.
Dates and sessions
Choose the date and delivery format that suit you.
No upcoming sessions are currently available.
The names of brands, institutions and programs mentioned, such as the OECD, IremboGov and eCitizen, belong to their respective owners.
Their mention for educational purposes does not imply any commitment or partnership.