Project Officer, BACUDA Project

Under the supervision of the BACUDA Project Manager, the position holder will focus on the
following key activities:
Development of Data Analytics (AI) Algorithms Tailored for Customs
Administrations
• Lead the design and implementation of AI and data analytics algorithms tailored for
Member administrations.
• Develop and maintain analytical tools, including DATE (fraud detection), AI-HS (HS
code recommendation), AI-Synth (Data sharing), and image data analysis.
• Ensure the technical soundness and operational relevance of BACUDA algorithms in
line with WCO standards and Member needs.
Organization of Blended Training Courses (Workshop)
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including beneficiary Members’
contact points, (Pre-)Accredited Experts and others.
• Create and maintain WCO CLiKC! workspaces in collaboration with the WCO e-
learning team.
• Manage administrative arrangements, such as creating activities in the WCO mission
system and supporting travel requests and claims.
• Participate as a trainer and resource person, delivering presentations as required.
• Perform other relevant duties as needed.
Development of E-learning Courses
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including third-party developers,
subject-matter experts, and the WCO e-learning team.
• Support the overall e-learning course development process.
• Perform other relevant duties as needed.
Organization of the BACUDA Scholarship Programme
• Support the development of the scholarship curriculum.
• Assist in the selection of candidates.
• Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders, including the
academic institution delivering the programme on behalf of the WCO and contact
points of Member administrations.

Other Activities
• Contribute to regular project reporting and draft substantive analyses.
• Administer the current project website and support the development of the new one.
• Organize project-related events.
• Liaise with the Communication Unit to ensure effective communication and promotion
in line with WCO and project objectives.
• Perform any other project-related duties assigned by the supervisor.
5. EDUCATION
• University degree (Bachelor´s degree or higher) in a relevant field or an equivalent
combination of education, skills and experience.
6. EXPERIENCE AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• At least five (5) years’ experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in applying data analytics or AI solutions in an operational or policy context,
preferably related to Customs operations.
• Experience in delivering training with practical experience in both online and on-site
settings.
• Experience in organization of workshops or events at national and regional level and
skills in related logistics.
• Works collaboratively and respectfully with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
and harness a positive working atmosphere.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational and work capacity in a demanding context.
• Good mastering of MS Teams and Microsoft Office 365.
7. ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE BUT NON ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
• WCO (Pre-)Accreditation on Customs Data Analytics or equivalent combination of
training, skills and experience will be considered a strong asset.
• Academic background or formal training in data analytics, artificial intelligence,
computer science, statistics, or a related field will be considered an asset.
• Project Management certification will be considered an asset.
• Experience in e-learning course development will be considered an asset.
• Experience in website development and maintenance will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of the functioning of international organizations will be considered an asset.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of French would be considered an asset.

9. CONTRACT AND CONDITIONS
• Staff member under short-term contract of two (2) years with the possibility of renewal
based on budget availability and performance;
• Probationary period: six (6) months;
• Full-time employment (thirty-seven (37) hours and forty (40) minutes weekly) at WCO
Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium;
• Thirty (30) days of annual paid leave;
• Salary of 5,500 EUR/month all-inclusive (remuneration exempted from income tax in
Belgium);
• Compulsory WCO health insurance deducted from the salary (around 71EUR/month).
This position is subject to the Manual for Short-Term Contractors. The successful applicant
shall not acquire the right subsequently to occupy a permanent position within the WCO. The
successful applicant will not be affiliated to any WCO retirement fund or pension scheme. If a
candidate is related to current WCO staff members (spouse, father, mother, son, daughter,
brother or sister), they are required to specifically indicate this in the application.

10. APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Interested candidates should submit their application for review no later than 28 February
2026, including a CV and cover letter in English or French. This application should be sent by
email to: [email protected]
The subject line of the email should clearly indicate the first and last names of the candidate.