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. The role will support the EU‑funded project “Technical Assistance to ECOWAS in Transport Governance”, focusing on smart, resilient, and data‑driven mobility solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital transformation strategies for transport governance.
• Provide technical assistance for integrating artificial intelligence and digital platforms into transport, logistics, and infrastructure systems.
• Design AI‑enabled monitoring tools, predictive analytics, and decision‑support platforms.
• Advise on automation, digital interoperability, data governance, and innovation frameworks.
• Support corridor monitoring, customs systems, road safety, transport observatories, and infrastructure management digitalisation.
• Prepare technical specifications, innovation roadmaps, and operational guidelines.
• Deliver workshops, training, and capacity‑building activities on AI applications.
• Coordinate with ECOWAS institutions, ICT providers, transport agencies, and development partners.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, AI, Information Systems, Digital Innovation, Data Science or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in digital transformation, AI, or smart infrastructure systems.
• At least 7 years of experience in digital transformation, AI systems, or smart governance platforms, preferably in developing countries.
• Proven experience with international development cooperation and donor‑funded programmes.

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence integration
• Digital transformation strategy
• Predictive analytics
• Smart monitoring systems
• Data governance