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Regional Officer, Air Traffic Management and Search and Rescue

Peru·Limamid

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Develop Air Navigation Safety Intelligence to strategically plan the provision of assistance and guidance to States,

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THE ORGANIZATIONAL SETTING

The South American (SAM) 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 sub-regional bodies and UN Agencies and programmes. The Regional Office ensures interregional coordination and promotes the timely and harmonized implementation of ICAO policies, decisions, Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS), Regional Supplementary Procedures (SUPPS) and air navigation plans. The Regional Office also provides technical guidance and assists States in their implementation activities.

The incumbent reports directly to the Deputy Regional Director, with whom s/he consults on complex technical issues. S/he will work on Aeronautical Navigation Services (ANS) and related Safety, Capacity and Efficiency and Cyber Security matters, including implementation support. Specific direction and supervision are ensured by the Regional Director. The approach to her/his work is normally developed jointly between the incumbent, the other experts in the Team, and the supervisors.

On Air Traffic Management (ATM), the Regional Office supports stakeholders in the South American Region in the development of an integrated, global Air Traffic Management (ATM) system in the South American Region (SAM) with the aim of realizing the benefits expected from the implementation of Communications, Navigation and Surveillance/Air Traffic Management systems (CNS/ATM) and Aeronautical Information Systems.

Within this context, the Regional Officer, Air Traffic Management and Search and Rescue (RO/ATM/SAR) advises States on various matters pertaining to ANS and related Safety matters; The incumbent identifies deficiencies in the field of ANS, from both the service provider and the regulator, which adversely affect the safety of aircraft operations and suggests appropriate remedial measures. The incumbent is expected to interpret existing guidelines; However, any deviations from them will be made only after internal consultations with colleagues and superiors.

The RO, ATM/SAR reports directly to the Deputy Regional Director with whom s/he consults on complex issues. S/he is responsible for the quality of the work produced and the Deputy Director ensures that it is in conformity with ICAO policies. S/He also reports to the ICAO Regional Director, as second supervisor.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Requirements

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Develop Air Navigation Safety Intelligence to strategically plan the provision of assistance and guidance to States, with the objective of enhancing aviation safety by improving the oversight capabilities of Civil Aviation Authorities (CAAs) over their Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs).
Support the programme to optimize SAM Air Traffic Services (ATS) route structure in en-route airspace.
Assist in the implementation of the Performance-Based Navigation Airspace design enabling Continuous Descent Operations (CDO), Continuous Climbing Operations (CCO), and Approach Procedures with Vertical Guidance (APV) with supporting key performance indicators.
Maintain the SAM Regional Air Navigation Plan (ANP) and the SAM Regional Supplementary Procedures (Doc7030), consistent with established ICAO processes.
Provide guidance and assistance to States in reducing deficiencies in the ATM/ Search and Rescue (SAR).
Assist States in their efforts to implement SARPs, PANS and Regional requirements that help States to improve their Effective Implementation (EI) in the ANS field.
Act as liaison between the ICAO SAM Office and assigned States within her/his portfolio, ensuring effective coordination and communication in the implementation of aviation initiatives.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Responsibilities

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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Education

Essential

An advanced-level university degree (Master’s degree or academic equivalent) in aeronautics or a related field, is required. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience in aeronautics or a related field, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A technical qualification in aviation such as Air Traffic Control (ATC) License, may be accepted in lieu of a university degree.

Professional experience

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.

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.

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A minimum of seven (7) years of experience as a qualified air traffic controller with a minimum area control rating in progressively responsible position.
Substantial experience in the planning, implementation and operation of advance air traffic management systems and procedures.
Considerable experience in ATM safety oversight, preferably with a State civil aviation authority or a Regional Safety Oversight Organization (RSOO)
Experience in participating in and/or providing service to international meetings.

Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in Spanish and English.

Experience in planning and organization of SAR services.
Experience in Project Management. Knowledge of international organizations dealing with aviation-related matters.
Experience in other aviation disciplines, such as meteorology or flight operations
Experience working within a large aviation-related international organization.
Experience as an ANS Inspector or certified ICAO USOAP auditor.
Experience in managing technical groups, symposia, workshops and seminar etc.
Experience in working closely with senior officials at the State and International levels.
Experience in negotiating with government authorities.
Experience with computer-based record-keeping systems.