REGIONAL OFFICER (AVIATION SECURITY)

VACANCY NOTICE 110453 DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: 11 April 2012

POST TITLE: REGIONAL OFFICER (AVIATION SECURITY) DUTY STATION: Cairo
DATE FOR ENTRY ON DUTY: After 11 April 2012
LEVEL: P-4 POST NO. AND CCOG CODE: 110453/1.N.01.c.

ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT: Middle East Office, Cairo.

The Regional Office is primarily responsible for maintaining continuous liaison with the States to which it is accredited and with appropriate organizations and regional civil aviation bodies to promote the implementation of ICAO’s policies, decisions, Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), regional and global safety, security and air navigation plans. It supports extensive meeting activities, disseminates information and encourages participation in ICAO activities. The Regional Office also provides technical assistance when requested.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE - ESSENTIAL:

A. Academic qualifications
University degree, preferably in an aviation or risk management-related discipline.

B. Professional experience and knowledge
1. Considerable experience (preferably ten years) in an international civil aviation security environment, including at least three years’ proficiency in the implementation of a national civil aviation security programme, international airport security programme or airline security programme.
2. Knowledge of and experience in the development, preparation and execution of aviation security technical assessment/audit programmes.
3. Knowledge of and experience in the organization and implementation of aviation security training activities using modern training methodology and modern training media.
4. Relevant experience in the correction of deficiencies in aviation security programmes.
5. A good working knowledge of international aviation policy and conventions, Annex 9 and Annex 17, the ICAO Security Manual, the ICAO MRTD Programme, and related documents, and ICAO/UNDP functions and organization, as well as the role of other related international organizations.

C. Competencies
1. Judgement/Decision-making: Ability to exercise mature judgement and demonstrate sound decision-making skills. Ability to recognize key issues and analyse relevant information before making recommendations and decisions. Ability to take ownership of all responsibilities and honour commitments.
2. Communication: Ability to speak and write clearly and concisely. Ability to prepare detailed technical documentation and reports. Ability to present articulate verbal explanations and to make technical presentations.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships in a multinational environment.
4. Planning and organization: Ability to develop clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Ability to identify priorities and adjust them as required.
5. Client orientation: Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with external collaborators. Ability to work successfully in a consensus-based environment. Ability to resolve and manage conflict effectively.
6. Technological awareness: Willingness to keep abreast of technical developments in professional field. Ability to use personal computers, contemporary software and databases.

D. Standards of Conduct
International outlook, character and integrity: Adherence to and capacity to promote the values and framework of the UN Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service and/or equivalent national or international standards of conduct.

E. Languages
Command of English essential, and knowledge of Arabic or French desirable.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE - DESIRABLE:

A. Experience and knowledge
1. Sound experience in ICAO activities such as technical evaluations, training, preparation of AVSEC exercises, seminars and follow-up missions.
2. Experience in performing aviation security audits under the auspices of ICAO, a Member State or regional organizations.
3. Experience in the development and implementation of aviation security procedures and measures designed for the prevention of unlawful interference with civil aviation, including the management of responses to emergency situations and national/regional quality control activities.
4. Knowledge of the principles of operation and the use of specialized security equipment, such as X-ray, metal detectors, explosive vapour detectors, CCTV, and automatic access control systems.
5. Experience as an aviation security instructor with knowledge of the principles of learning and instruction.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Under the general supervision of the ICAO Regional Director, the duties of the Regional Officer, Aviation Security (RO/AVSEC) are to:

1. Provide and/or coordinate training, seminars and workshops; assistance to States on issues relating to aviation security and facilitation. Act as focal point for the assessment of nominees for ICAO AVSEC training conducted at Aviation Security Training Centres (ASTCs) in the Region. Undertake aviation security activities, mainly in the Region, including: the provision of specific technical assistance on aviation security; the planning and conduct of validation missions to States; and the preparation and conduct of training sessions and regional seminars. Ensure, through the conduct of missions or by correspondence, the constant provision of advice and assistance to States with reference to the formulation of national regulations, procedures and practices as it applies to ICAO SARPs and other guidance material on aviation security. Participate in the development and update of the AVSEC training programme and guidance material, in collaboration with the Air Transport Bureau (Aviation Security Branch) and ASTCs in the Region.
2. Support the effective implementation of the ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme (USAP) in the Region by: performing pre-audit and liaison functions with States; acting as a focal point for States and assisting them in their audit preparations and in the assessment of the States’ level of implementation of ICAO SARPs and the elements of an effective national civil aviation security system; serving as a USAP audit team member, performing post-audit follow-up action such as monitoring the implementation of States’ action plans for the correction of deficiencies; and participating in the quality management planning and improvement process of State aviation security systems by assisting in the development of new training and guidance material and system testing.
3. Establish and maintain a network of professional relationships with aviation security officials in Member States of the Region, regional organizations and other groups. Represent ICAO in meetings, seminars, workshops and conferences relating to the Organization’s activities. Provide regular reports on the status of implementation of AVSEC programmes in the region and their main results. Such reports should include information on trends concerning deficiencies identified and areas where special assistance is required. Keep abreast of developments and trends relating to aviation security and facilitation by studying relevant periodicals, reports and manuals.
4. Provide support to Member States prior to, during and following an event that may have implications for aviation security.
5. Perform other related duties as assigned.


DURATION OF APPOINTMENT: Appointment will be on fixed-term basis, initially until 31 December 2013 (first year is probationary for an external candidate).

REMUNERATION: Level P-4 Rate Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum
Single U.S. $ 67 483 U.S. $ 26 858
Dependency U.S. $ 72 467 U.S. $ 28 842

Post Adjustment is subject to change.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: The ICAO Summary Benefits may be viewed at: at: https://careers.icao.int.

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.

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. A copy of the Standards of Conduct is available on the ICAO employment website at: https://careers.icao.int.

THIS VACANCY IS OPEN TO BOTH FEMALE AND MALE CANDIDATES. IN ORDER TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF WOMEN AT ALL LEVELS, WOMEN ARE PARTICULARLY INVITED TO APPLY FOR VACANT POSTS, AS WELL AS FOR ROSTER EVALUATION FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

ICAO has established family-friendly policies for its staff members.

The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 1990 is 62. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered.

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.

IN ALL CASES APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED WITH A LETTER DEMONSTRATING HOW YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES MATCH THOSE EXPRESSED IN THE VACANCY NOTICE.

ICAO staff members, as well as staff members from other UN International Organizations or Specialized Agencies, may submit with their application a scanned copy of their two latest annual performance appraisal reports.

For candidates appointed from other UN International Organizations or Specialized Agencies, transfer and/or secondment arrangements under the Inter Agency Mobility Agreement may be considered.

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO ARE UNDER SERIOUS CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED AND INTERVIEWED.
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