Artificial Intelligence Engineer/ Digital transformation Officer

The United Nations is increasingly leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and data-driven technologies to strengthen humanitarian response, peacekeeping operations, sustainable development programming, policy analysis, and operational efficiency.
The AI Engineer will support the design, development, deployment, and governance of AI-enabled solutions aligned with UN values and principles, including human rights, ethical AI, transparency, inclusivity, and data protection. The role will contribute to digital transformation initiatives and support evidence-based decision-making across programmes and operations.
The Specialist will support ROWCA in integrating AI across its overall workstream and operational activities. This includes helping to design, implement, and develop Generative AI tools and solutions connected to existing regional platforms and datasets, including DAVIS and CLIMAP. The Specialist will also help identify, pilot, and scale innovative technologies at the regional level that could improve humanitarian coordination, information management, analysis, and operational processes.

The purpose of this assignment is to design, develop, implement, and maintain artificial intelligence (AI) solutions that strengthen organizational effectiveness, automate processes, improve analytics capabilities, and support innovation initiatives within the UN system.

In addition, the role will support the exploration and piloting of AI tools across different units and functions, including:

• Development of rapid dashboard fixes and automated visualization solutions;
• Creation of AI-generated multimedia products, including videos for digital communications and advocacy;
• Improvement of data analysis and information workflows;
• Development of intelligent assistants and automation tools to enhance productivity and decision-making.
The position is expected to promote innovation, foster cross-unit collaboration, and ensure that emerging technologies are applied responsibly and effectively to support humanitarian action in West and Central Africa.
Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Information Management Unit, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
• Design and develop AI/machine learning (ML) models and intelligent automation solutions.
• Build predictive analytics, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and generative AI applications where relevant.
• Develop AI-powered tools to support operational and programme delivery.
• Integrate AI solutions into existing UN digital platforms and workflows.
• Prepare, clean, and manage structured and unstructured datasets.
• Develop data pipelines and support cloud-based AI infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with UN data governance and information security standards.
• Monitor emerging AI technologies and recommend strategic applications.
• Support pilots, innovation labs, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Contribute to AI strategy and roadmap development.

During the first month of the assignment, the UN Volunteer will work closely with his/her direct supervisor to finalize an agreed-upon work plan. The work plan should outline key objectives and activities and include regular check-ins with the supervisor to review progress and receive performance feedback.