The Technical Officer will join the Operational Safety (OPS) Section of ANB providing technical advice and services in relation to flight operations, specifically in the implementation of the Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) of Annex 1 — Personnel Licensing; Annex 6 — Operation of Aircraft, Parts I, II and III; Annex 8 – Airworthiness of Aircraft; and, Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Aircraft Operations (PANS-OPS, Doc 8168). S/he carries out duties and responsibilities in support of operations-related matters, as are assigned to her/him by the Supervisor. The incumbent collaborates closely with other Technical Officers in the Bureau, as well as with Regional Offices for all flight operations related matters.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Function 1 (incl. Expected results) Drafts proposals related to the amendment and implementation of technical Annexes to the ICAO Convention and other ICAO regulatory documents, achieving results such as: • Analyse problems raised by States and international organizations in the field of flight operations and recommend appropriate solutions. • Propose amendments to Annexes to reflect operations needs and new trends and technological developments. • Propose amendments to other documents, such as manuals to facilitate the implementation of Annex requirements. • Keep abreast of significant trends and technological developments in the field of flight operations. • Prepare technical studies and working papers for the Air Navigation Commission (ANC), international meetings, etc. relating to operational procedures and technical aspects of operational safety systems. • Analyse and draft proposals related to the amendment and/or implementation of relevant technical Annexes to the Convention and other ICAO documents, particularly in the areas of competency-based training for aviation personnel, systems-based governance models for Approved Training organizations (ATOs), aircraft operations, performance based navigation, aircraft operator certification and operational approval, etc. • Analyse technical/operational aspects of civil aviation, preparation of working papers, reports, briefs, correspondence, etc. • Support ICAO panels and study groups, as necessary to in ensure relevant coordination in building global provisions and guidance material. • Analyse problems raised by States and international organizations and recommend solutions to such problems. Function 2 (incl. Expected results) Develops working papers for the ICAO Council, ANC and international meetings on matters related to aircraft operations, achieving results such as: • Develop comprehensive working papers, State letters and other documentation required to present Annex amendment proposals to the ANC and ICAO Council to facilitate technical discussions. • Participate in the discussion of such papers and provide support information as needed. • Conduct necessary follow-up on actions resulting from the discussion of technical papers during panel and working group meetings. Function 3 (incl. Expected results) Serves as Secretary and/or manages various working/expert groups such as the Flight Operations Panel (FLTOPSP) and/or study groups of the ANC, achieving results such as: • Provide comprehensive analysis of issues raised by States and international organizations in the field of aircraft operations. • Provide solutions and support to technical issues as requested by the ANC and Council. • Develop meeting documentation such as working papers, presentations and reports to facilitate effective technical discussions. • Provide guidance on ICAO procedures and methodologies for Standards making. • Review draft proposals from the study groups and/or panel working groups for quality and consistency with ICAO policies. • Communicate and coordinate with panel members and other ICAO Sections and technical bodies. • Report panel activities to the ANC. • Review proposals to be presented to the ANC from the Secretariat, panels and/or study groups. • Review proposals to amend PBN navigation specifications and provide comprehensive analysis of the operational impact. Function 4 (incl. Expected results) Drafts correspondence, technical studies and publications for transmittal to Member States and international organizations, achieving results such as: • Draft replies providing specialized advice and assistance to States, air navigation services providers, international organizations, public and or stakeholders on aircraft operations related matters. • Draft and review ICAO publications, such as technical manuals and circulars related to aircraft operations. • Draft working/information papers for Assembly, Council and other governing bodies, as required. Function 5 (incl. Expected results) Provides advice, guidance and technical expertise on operations-related matters to the Assembly, Council and ANC, achieving results such as: • Act as subject matter expert within the Organization and the greater UN on aircraft operations related matters, providing recommendations for mitigating potential risks to aviation safety issues related to aircraft operations. • Draft working/information papers for Assembly, Council and other governing bodies, as required. • Develops effective rollout plans for new provisions. • Communicate developments of Unit/Section/Branch by preparing and/or delivering presentations. • Deliver technical training, internal or external, as required. • Represent ICAO at seminars, workshops, meetings, as required. • Develop technical briefings and prepare and update presentation to the Assembly, Council, ANC as well as to various panels. Function 6 (incl. Expected results) Performs other related duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

A first-level university degree in aeronautics, or related field, is required. A technical qualification in aviation such as an Airline Transport Pilot Licence, Air Traffic Control Licence, may be accepted in lieu of the first-level university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

• A minimum of nine (9) years of experience with a Civil Aviation Authority or international airline, rising to management level including certification of air carriers, as well as experience in the fields of aircraft operations and the approvals of civil aviation training programmes is required. • Experience as a pilot engaged in commercial air transport international operations (aeroplane or helicopter) is required. • Experience in managing technical groups, symposia, workshops, etc. is required. • Experience working within a large aviation-related international organization is desirable. • Experience as an Auditor is desirable.

Languages

Essential Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English. Desirable A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).