The Digital Governance Council (DGC) is inviting experienced professionals to apply to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) supporting independent verification reviews and audits under its Digital Trust Conformity Assessment Program.
As a DGC Subject Matter Expert, you contribute your professional judgment and domain expertise to independent assessment activities that examine how organizations design, manage and govern digital technologies. SMEs are selected for their credibility and experience, and are trusted to evaluate evidence, ask critical questions and apply defined requirements to support verification outcomes that can be relied upon by organizations, partners and public authorities.
Why serve as a DGC Subject Matter Expert
- Contribute professional expertise to credible, internationally aligned validation and verification activities
- Support trusted, evidence-based governance outcomes relied upon by organizations and stakeholders
- Gain insight into leading practices across digital governance, AI, data, cybersecurity and risk domains
- Engage with a community of experts advancing responsible digital practices
Expertise sought
DGC is seeking Subject Matter Experts with expertise aligned to standards developed by the Digital Governance Standards Institute (DGSI), including experience in one or more of the following domains:
- Artificial intelligence
- Data governance and stewardship
- Cybersecurity and digital resilience
- Digital credentials and trust services
- Privacy, access control and information protection
- Biometrics and authentication technologies
- Electoral and voting technologies
- Health data and information governance
- Smart infrastructure and connected systems
- Digital trade
How to apply
Professionals interested in serving as Subject Matter Experts are invited to submit an expression of interest outlining their areas of expertise, professional background and relevant experience. Submissions may be sent to info@dgc-cgn.org with the subject line “Subject Matter Expert – Expression of Interest.”
Subject Matter Experts serve in a personal, independent capacity and operate under strict conflict-of-interest, confidentiality and impartiality requirements. Participation is primarily voluntary, with recognition of time and expertise for specific engagements in accordance with program requirements.
CPA Ontario Professional Development Eligibility
Service as a Subject Matter Expert may qualify as professional development for members of CPA Ontario. Service as an SME will meet the criteria for professional development recognized by CPA Ontario provided it is relevant to the SME’s responsibilities and competencies as a Chartered Professional Accountant pursuant to CPA Ontario Regulation 7‑2, Section 5.