Closing date: Monday, 22 December 2014
International Civil Aviation Organization Vacancy Notice
POSITION INFORMATION
Post Title: Technical Officer
Vacancy Notice: 2014/50/P 102854
Level: P-4
Posting Period: 21 November 2014 - 22 December 2014
Duty Station: Montréal
Date for entry on duty: After 22 December 2014
THE ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING
The Air Navigation Bureau (ANB) is responsible for providing technical guidance to the Air Navigation Commission (ANC), the Council, and the Assembly. ANB provides technical expertise in aviation-related disciplines to States, industry and all elements of the Organization. The Bureau is also responsible for maintaining and implementing the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP) and Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP), including its aviation system block upgrades as well as producing yearly safety and air navigation status reports. The Bureau develops technical studies and proposals for Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), and Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) for further processing by the governing bodies of ICAO. The Bureau also develops related procedures and guidance material. The Bureau also manages the Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) and Continuous Monitoring Approach that monitors all States on a continuous basis. The Bureau is also responsible for the development of guidance material supporting optimized airspace organization and management, thereby maximizing air traffic management performance of airspace and international traffic flows and supporting the growth of traffic without compromising safety. The Technical Officer will join the Airspace Management and Optimization (AMO) Section of ANB providing technical advice and services in relation to air traffic services, in the implementation of the SARPs of Annex 2 — Rules of the Air, Annex 11 — Air Traffic Services, Annex 12 — Search and Rescue (SAR) and Annex 15— Aeronautical Information Services; and Procedures for Air Navigation Services — Air Traffic Management (PANS-ATM, Doc 4444). 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 AMO-related matters.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILI TIES
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 air traffic management 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 ANC, international meetings, etc. relating to operational procedures and technical aspects of air navigation 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 Air Traffic Flow Management (ATFM), Collaborative Decision Making (CDM) and operational concepts aimed at environmental improvements, e.g. Performance Based Navigation (PBN), Continuous Descent Operations (CDO), etc.
- Preparation of reports on analyses of technical/operational aspects of civil aviation, and preparation of working papers, reports, briefs, correspondence, etc. Review and development of related global guidance.
- Support ICAO panels and study groups as may be necessary in ensuring relevant coordination in building global provisions and guidance.
- 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 ATM, 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 the papers during panel and working group meetings.
Function 3 (incl . Expected results)
Serves as Secretary and/or manages various panels such as the ATM/Requirements Performance Panel (ATMRPP), ATM Flight Operations Panel (ATM/OPS), Information Management Panel (IMP) 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 ATM.
- Provide solutions to technical issues support by the ANC and Council.
- Develop meeting documentation to facilitate effective technical discussions including working papers, presentations and reports.
- 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.
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 ATM-related matters.
- Draft and review ICAO publications, such as technical manuals and circulars related to ATM.
- 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 on ATM related matters, providing recommendations for mitigating potential risks to aviation safety issues related to ATM.
- Draft working/information papers for Assembly, Council and other governing bodies as required.
- Communicate developments of Unit/Section/Branch by preparing and/or delivering presentations as required.
- 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 and to various panels.
Function 6 (incl . Expected results)
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
QUALI FICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Educati onal background A first level university degree in aeronautics, or in a related field, is required. A technical qualification in aviation such as an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), Air Traffic Control (ATC) License, or Airframe and Power Plant Technician (A&P ) Certification may be accepted in lieu of a university degree. Professi onal experi ence and knowl edge
Essential
- Considerable experience (ten years or more) as a qualified air traffic controller (minimum area control rating) including experience in the implementation and operation of advanced air traffic management systems and procedures with an emphasis on airspace design, CDM, ATFM and data link operations.
- Knowledge of the ICAO provisions related to ATM and SAR.
- Knowledge of the ICAO work towards the implementation of the GASP/GANP and their relationship to regional implementation activities.
- Advanced understanding of the ICAO Aviation System Block Upgrade (ASBU) and Regulatory Operational Improvements (ROI) concepts.
- Complete understanding of activities concerning air traffic services and SAR.
- Advanced knowledge of civil aviation issues and familiarity with the work of other related international organizations.
- Exceptional communication skills - both written and verbal.
- Experience in providing service to international meetings.
Desirable
- Knowledge of ICAO functions, organization and international activities in fields other than ATM and SAR.
- Experience working within a large aviation-related international organization.
- Experience as a Pilot.
- Experience in managing technical groups, symposia, workshops, etc.
- Experience in airworthiness matters.
- Experience as an ICAO Auditor.
Language Skills Essential
- Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English are essential. Desirable
- A working knowledge of a second language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an asset.
Competencies
- Judgment and Decision-making: The person is in a role where s/he is expected to identify key issues quickly, gather relevant information, consider positive and negative impacts, check assumptions against facts and make tough decisions when necessary.
- Accountability: The willingness and ability to accept responsibility for oneself and one's responsibilities; taking ownership for actions and outcomes.
- Managing performance: The person is in a role where they are expected to manage the performance of others through delegation, clarification of responsibilities, accurate allocation of resources, monitoring and giving feedback on performance, and fair appraisal.
- Client Orientation: The willingness and ability to see things from the clients' perspective, anticipate client needs and concerns; find appropriate solutions for clients and keep clients informed.
- Planning and Organizing: The ability to set clear goals, to prioritize, to anticipate problems or risks and use time efficiently.
- Empowering others: The person is in a role where they are expected to empower others through delegation, encouragement, holding others accountable, valuing others' input, and providing appreciation and recognition.
CONDI TIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of three 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 within the duty station. 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 2001 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 Rate Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum(*) Single USD 67,611 USD 35,833 Dependency USD 72,605 USD 38,480 (*) Post Adjustment is subject to change.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates must complete an on-line application form. To apply, please visit ICAO's e-Recruitment website at: https://careers.icao.int.
NOTICE TO CANDIDATES
ICAO does NOT charge any fees or request money from candidates at any stage of the selection process, nor does it concern itself with bank account details of applicants. Requests of this nature allegedly made on behalf of ICAO are fraudulent and should be disregarded
