Regional Officer, Air Transport Development/Implementation Support, ESAF

Org. Setting and Reporting

The Regional Office is primarily responsible for maintaining continuous liaison with the States to which it is accredited and with appropriate organizations, regional civil aviation bodies and UN Agencies and programmes. The Regional Office ensures interregional coordination and promotes the timely and harmonized implementation of ICAO Strategic Objectives, policies and decisions. The Regional Office also provides technical guidance and assists States with implementation of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPS). The incumbent reports directly to the Deputy Regional Director with whom S/He consults on complex implementation support issues. S/He also coordinates with the Capacity, Development, and Implementation Bureau-(CDI) on implementation support matters, and with the Air Transport Bureau on matters related to economic analysis and policy. The Regional Officer, AT/IS has responsibility for distributing work related to air transport and technical assistance to the support staff in the Regional Office for action.

Responsibilities

Function1 (incl. Expected results) Supports the work of the Organization on civil aviation forecasting, economic planning, statistics and sharing of information, achieving results such as: • Solicit from users comments and suggestions regarding forecasting documents for the information of the Air Transport Bureau. • Inform Headquarters of significant forecasting activities in the region, sending to Headquarters relevant forecasting reports, studies or reference thereto. • Assist the Air Transport Bureau in organizing, preparing and conducting meetings of Africa-Indian Ocean Traffic Forecasting Group and statistics and forecasting workshops. • Communicate to Headquarters States training needs in the field of aviation forecasting techniques. • Approach States within the region, as needed to follow up on replies to State Letters relating to air transport issues. • Encourage States’ compliance with the ICAO Statistics Programme, if necessary, advising them on the method of reporting the statistics on the ICAO Air Transport Reporting Forms. Function 2 (incl. Expected results) Supports the work of the Organization in the areas of economic regulation of international air transport and of airport and air navigation services economics and infrastructure management, achieving results such as: • Disseminate and promote ICAO’s policies and guidance material on economic regulation of international air transport and provide appropriate assistance to States in the implementation of these policies. • Promote and monitor the implementation of ICAO’s core principles on consumer protection. • Monitor and report significant developments in the region with respect to States’ air transport policy, air service agreement/arrangements and the impact of ICAO’s long-term vision for international air transport liberalization. • Monitor States’ policies on taxation affecting air transport and where appropriate, encourage States to follow ICAO’s policies on taxation in the field of international air transport (Doc 8632), to ensure that their policies are in line with ICAO’s policies. • Assist regional civil aviation organizations or economic communities in their efforts to draft and implement regulations related to air transport issues in line with relevant ICAO guidance. • Monitor States’ user charge practices and act when required to ensure they are in conformity with Article 15 of the Chicago Convention and ICAO’s Policies on Charges for Airports and Air Navigation Services, (DOC 9082). • Assist the Air Transport Bureau in the regular updating of Doc 7100 on States’ tariffs for airports and air navigation services and their charging policies and of Doc 9511, the Database of the World’s Air Service Agreements, which require inputs from States. • Assist in the organization, preparation and conduct of workshops on airport and air navigation services economics and management including funding and management of infrastructure, and the collection of materials required for ad hoc studies. • Assist ICAO Headquarters, as applicable in the organization, preparation and conduct of air transport events such as symposia, regional development fora, including contributing to the preparation of technical content, identification of speakers, and coordination with Host States of organizational arrangements. • Collect and communicate to Headquarters developments in aviation infrastructure, including construction of new airports or terminal facilities in the region and; • Collect and communicate to the Air Transport Bureau data related to the development of air transport, including any changes in the status of the region’s air carriers. Function 3 (incl. Expected results) Provides support to activities geared towards raising awareness of ICAO’s air transport policies and guidance, develops State/Regional Action Plans and assists States in implementing them, achieving results such as: • Disseminate and promote ICAO’s policies and guidance material on economic regulation of international air transport. • Monitor and provide support on air transport policy and economic liberalization to States in the region in coordination with partners such as AFCAC and AUC in conjunction with a joint prioritized action plan (JPAP) towards the implementation of the Single African Air Transport Market (SAATM). • Follow up on the development of air transport growth/development in the region and send to Headquarters relevant information/reports and studies or references thereto. • Provide support to regional civil aviation organizations or Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in their efforts to draft and implement regulations related to air transport issues in line with relevant ICAO guidelines. • Coordinate and support the collection of data/information for developments of aviation infrastructure, including the analysis of infrastructure financing/requirement in the region. • Follow-up work to the implementation of the Declaration and Framework for a Plan of Action for Development of Aviation Infrastructure in Africa and subsequent related ICAO assembly resolutions. Function 4 (incl. Expected results) Enhances the activities in the States to which the office is accredited in the field of Implementation Support, achieving results such as: • Establish and retain concrete contacts with the relevant authorities of States and regional civil aviation bodies, with a view to strengthening and raising the profile of ICAO implementation support activities, achieving high visibility of ICAO activities, and promoting CDI’s services. • Discuss and advise States on the formulation of requests for implementation support as well as related documents including resource mobilization and partnerships. • Assess assistance needs and identify/validate new project opportunities for implementation support. • Provide comments on project proposals developed by CDI as required. • Co-ordinate work of ICAO and that of other organizations to ensure harmony and attend meetings of such organizations as required. Function 5 (incl. Expected results) Collaborates with the Regional Office’s technical team on implementation support; evaluates and monitors the progress and effectiveness of regional projects, achieving results such as: • Prepare mission briefs on implementation support for Regional Office missions. • Collaborate with the relevant Regional Officers for activities relating to implementation of the Air Navigation Plan, AFI Plan (ROST activities in particular), USOAP, CMA, USAP Corrective Action Plans and special projects that may be established from time to time. • Provide assistance to improve the implementation of State-specific ICAO Plans of Action. • Participate in the Regional Office and ICAO meetings as required. • Prepare and/or provide inputs to CDI for the Annual Council Report. • Manage regional projects and monitor individual states’ projects as requested by and in coordination with CDI. • Evaluate outcomes of regional projects and individual states’ projects as requested by and in coordination with CDI, vis-à-vis defined objectives, scope, timelines and milestones. • Provide inputs in the evaluation of the performance of experts; and • Recommend remedial and follow up activities and provide necessary support. Function 6 (incl. Expected results) Develops, in coordination with CDI, Regional technical implementation support initiatives as well as other projects as agreed to between the Regional Director and Director, CDI, achieving results such as: • Develop the Project Documents, in coordination with CDI, and subsequent revisions thereof. • Prepare ICAO’s contribution and participate in all project review meetings. • Assist in the preparation and implementation of Air Navigation and Safety projects of Regional Groups such as the Africa-Indian Ocean (AFI) Planning and Implementation Regional Group (APIRG) and the Regional Aviation Safety Group for Africa and the Indian Ocean (RASG-AFI). • Support the selection of project experts, following the Regional Office Manual and the procedure established by CDI, in coordination with the relevant Regional Officers, applications received from CDI, and make appropriate recommendations. • Plan the briefing and debriefing of experts prior and upon completion of their assignments in the field; • Provide CDI with the support requested in the organization of training, award of fellowships and procurement of equipment and subcontracts related to regional projects. • Identify potential subject matter experts to be invited to participate in the ICAO Expert’s Roster. Function 7 (incl. Expected results) Performs other related duties, as assigned.

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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. 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. 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.

Education

Essential: • An advanced-level University Degree (Master’s degree or academic equivalent) in aeronautics, Air Transport Economics, Business Administration, Aviation Law, or related field, is required. A first level university degree in combination with two (2) additional years of qualifying experience in aeronautics, Air Transport Economics, Business Administration, Aviation Law, or a related field, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job – Specific Qualification

Not available.

Work Experience

Essential: • A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in progressive levels of responsibility in an aviation-related capacity, in a government, international, or industry institution, is required. • Experience in the administration of implementation support projects in a civil aviation authority, national government, or international organization, is required. • Experience working with high-level government and diplomatic officials in a government regulatory authority, including regional arrangements among national governments, is required. • Relevant experience working with global and regional organizations and donor/financial institutions for resource mobilization and for the provision of technical assistance, is required. Desirable: • Experience in using modern project management practices and procedures at national, regional, or international levels, is desirable. • Experience in negotiating with government authorities, 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).

Assessment

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

Special Notice

The ICAO Assembly recently reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing gender equality and the advancement of women by supporting UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for ICAO positions, especially in the Professional and higher level categories. It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 3 years (first year is probationary for an external candidate). ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization, in accordance with the provisions of the ICAO service code. ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions. ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered. Remuneration: Level P-4 Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum(*) USD $77,326 + USD $41,060 (*) Post Adjustment is subject to change.

United Nations Considerations

In accordance with ICAO Staff Regulations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Due regard shall be paid to the importance of recruiting staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible and ensuring equal gender representation. Subject to the foregoing, selection of staff members shall be made without distinction as to race, sex or religion, nor shall there be any discrimination on account of any disability of a candidate who meets the qualifications required to perform the tasks. Unless otherwise permitted under the ICAO Staff Regulations, appointment and promotion of staff members shall be made on a competitive basis. Candidates will not be considered for employment with ICAO if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, Inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the Inspira account-holder homepage. The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in Inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application. Job openings advertised in Inspira will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee

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