ICAO Roster-eBorder Specialist (Immigration)

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 (FPS/FRU) recruits international experts to implement Capacity Development and Implementation projects across various Civil Aviation fields and manages the ICAO Roster of Experts.

This expert will deal with the eBorder system (Immigration) within a project. The expert will also act as field-level analyst for the analysis of requirements, basic process and modelling of systems related to eBorder (Immigration). Coordinate and oversee the development of project activities in accordance with applicable directives and the concerning provisions of ICAO and act as head of the international consultants.

Establish the plan for introducing the information and automation systems for devices eBorder (immigration) by analyzing the work of current immigration management, and those that should be implemented in the future.

Design and operation of the eBorder (immigration) management processes using automation devices.

Establish the plan for introducing information systems for the use of the solutions APIS (Advanced Passenger Information System), PNR (Passenger Name Record) and AQQ (APIS Quick Querys).

Define the details of the analysis of works and technical requirements for the introduction of eBorder (immigration), network and automation devices, and prepare proposed terms of reference for international bidding.

Prepare a report on the activities developed and results obtained in the evaluation of the areas and services covered by this project, including recommendations, according to the list of deliverables detailed below.

Review and endorse the reports of other consultants and distribute as appropriate. Prepare progress reports and internal assessment reports of project performance if necessary.

Analysis "as is" (legacy system and analysis of facilities).

Propose a transition plan to issue passports.

Model "to be" (design proposal specifications) to be considered in the bidding documents

Development of project proposal document for the next phase of activities.

Proposed technical specifications for international bidding.

Progress Reports.

1. At least 5 years’ experience in developing and implementing eBorder systems or programmes.
2. Knowledge of standards and recommended practices, procedures and manuals of ICAO.

• A good command of oral and written English.

• 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).