Senior AI / Digital Transformation Expert

About the role

NTU International is seeking a Senior AI / Digital Transformation Expert to lead the digital transformation of transport governance across the ECOWAS region in West Africa. The role supports the EU‑funded project “Technical Assistance to ECOWAS in Transport Governance”, focusing on AI integration, smart transport systems, and data‑driven decision‑making.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of digital transformation strategies and smart transport governance solutions.
• Provide technical assistance on integrating artificial intelligence and digital technologies into transport, logistics, and infrastructure systems.
• Develop AI‑enabled monitoring tools, predictive analytics systems, and digital decision‑support platforms.
• Advise on automation, digital interoperability, data governance, and innovation frameworks for transport governance.
• Support digitalisation initiatives related to corridor monitoring, customs systems, road safety, transport observatories, and infrastructure management.
• Contribute to the preparation of digital transformation strategies, technical specifications, innovation roadmaps, and operational guidelines.
• Promote emerging technologies and data‑driven approaches to improve transport governance and regional connectivity.
• Coordinate with ECOWAS institutions, ICT providers, transport agencies, and development partners.
• Deliver workshops, technical training, and capacity‑building activities on AI applications and digital transformation.
• Assist in monitoring, reporting, and analytical outputs related to digital innovation and AI integration initiatives.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, information systems, digital innovation, data science, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in digital transformation, information systems, artificial intelligence, or smart infrastructure systems.
• Proven experience working on digitalisation or infrastructure projects in developing countries, preferably in Sub‑Saharan Africa.
• Experience in international development cooperation and donor‑funded programmes.

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence integration
• Digital platforms development
• Smart monitoring systems
• Predictive analytics
• Data governance and interoperability