Senior Disability Inclusion and Accessibility Expert

About the role

NTU International is looking for a Senior Disability Inclusion and Accessibility Expert to support the EU‑funded project “Technical Assistance to ECOWAS in Transport Governance”. The role focuses on embedding disability inclusion and universal accessibility principles into transport policies, infrastructure planning and regional mobility initiatives across West Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Integrate disability inclusion and universal accessibility standards into transport policies, corridor management and road‑safety programmes.
• Provide technical assistance on accessible transport infrastructure, inclusive mobility systems and universal design.
• Conduct accessibility assessments, audits and disability‑inclusion reviews of transport projects.
• Develop accessibility frameworks, guidelines and operational procedures for ECOWAS institutions and Member States.
• Advise on policy development, governance structures and capacity‑building for inclusive transport.
• Coordinate with disability organisations, public authorities, civil‑society actors and development partners.
• Deliver workshops, consultations and training sessions on disability‑inclusive transport.
• Support monitoring, reporting and evaluation of inclusion initiatives.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in social inclusion, urban planning, transport planning, accessibility studies, architecture, public policy or a related field.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in disability inclusion, accessibility planning or inclusive infrastructure development.
• Proven experience on infrastructure, transport or urban development projects in developing countries, preferably in Sub‑Saharan Africa.
• Background in international development cooperation and donor‑funded programmes.

Required skills