Under the direction of Director of the Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI), the Field Operations Section (FOS) is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and closure of Technical Assistance (TA) and Technical Cooperation (TC) projects. It drafts agreements and aids in creating country-specific and regional projects and programs by identifying priority areas, developing objectives, activities, and deliverables, setting timelines, and specifying budgetary requirements.

Additionally, under the direction of the CDI Director, the Field Personnel Section (FOS/FRU) recruits international experts to implement Capacity Development and Implementation projects across various Civil Aviation fields and manages the ICAO Roster of Experts.

Ensure operational safety of airports and air navigation facilities and services.

Carry out all safety, security and facilitation related regulatory and inspectorate functions in respect of Annexes 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,9,10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 17.

Implement the ICAO USOAP Corrective Action Plan, perform a comprehensive evaluation of the ANS deficiencies and initiate improvements.

Co-ordinate and direct all the functions of the ANS Directorate which include but not limited to the regulatory and inspectoral functions of ATM, CNS, Aerodromes Safety, Facilitation and Aviation Security.

Manage the air navigation services functions and perform operational supervision of the associated departments, including the development of operational instructions and other documentation.

Develop policies, procedures and regulatory measures for the ANS Directorate.

Plan, develop and implement ANS human resources recruitment, retention and training plan.

Evaluation of the compatibility of formal ATC training programmes with ATC operational training requirements; revision and updating of such requirements.

Initiate action aimed at achieving efficient and effective implementation of the Regional Air Navigation Plan requirements.

Development and update of existing operational requirements.

Co-ordinate with users, other government agencies and neighbouring states, as required on ANS requirements.

Prepare detailed work plans.

Prepare reports as required.

Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Core Competencies:

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors’ language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Managerial Competence:

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands.

University degree in one or more of the major fields of civil aviation or related air navigation field, preferably in air traffic control services, or equivalent qualifications and experience.

Essential

1. Detailed knowledge of relevant ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices as well as Regional Air Navigation Plans and their implementation;
2. Familiarity with ICAO Annexes 1,2,3,4,5,7,9,10,11,12,13,14,15 and 17 and with related procedures and guidance material;
3. At least seven years progressive aviation professional experience involving aviation air navigation services planning and regulatory compliance, in a sizeable civil aviation authority, air carrier or airport;
4. Experience in the establishment of air navigation operational training requirements and in the evaluation of training programmes with reference to such requirements;
5. Substantial experience with the planning, development, implementation and operation of air navigation facilities, services and procedures;
6. Experience with ICAO regional and global planning processes;
7. Experience in the planning and operation of search and rescue services.

Essential 

• A good command of oral and written English.

Desirable 

• A working knowledge of French or another official language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).

It should be noted that this is a prospective position intended for experts interested in consultancy contracts. (short and long term)

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

ICAO CDI consultants are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants.

ICAO CDI offers an attractive benefit package to its consultants in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC).