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 “Technical Assistance to ECOWAS in Transport Governance” project, integrating AI and smart technologies into transport, logistics and infrastructure systems.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement digital transformation strategies and smart transport governance solutions.
• Provide technical assistance for AI integration, digital platforms, and smart monitoring systems.
• Design AI‑enabled monitoring tools, predictive analytics systems and decision‑support platforms.
• Advise on automation, digital interoperability, data governance and innovation frameworks.
• Support digitalisation of corridor monitoring, customs, road safety, transport observatories and infrastructure management.
• 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.
• Contribute to monitoring, reporting and analytical outputs related to digital innovation.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Systems, Digital Innovation, Data Science or 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 and Sub‑Saharan Africa.
• Experience with international development cooperation and donor‑funded programmes.

Required skills

• Artificial Intelligence integration
• Digital transformation strategy
• Predictive analytics
• Data governance
• Smart monitoring systems
• Digital platforms development
• Automation
• Digital interoperability