AJIRA MAMLAKA YA USAFIRI WA ANGA TANZANIA - SEP 2014

The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority, (TCAA) was established by the enactment of the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority Act 2003 Cap 80 (R.E 2006) to regulate the civil aviation industry in the United Republic of Tanzania in order to ensure effective implementation of Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) as provided in the Annexes of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). The Authority is also responsible for economic regulation of the activities of persons and institutions providing air transport services and aeronautical airport services. In addition the Authority provides air navigation services in Tanzania.

To meet this mandate of regulating and overseeing the functions of the aviation industry in an efficient, sustainable and cost-effective manner, TCAA invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanian Citizens to fill in the following positions in the Divisions of Safety Regulation, Economic Regulation and Corporate Services.

A.           DIVISION OF SAFETY REGULATION.

A1. CHIEF FLIGHT OPERATIONS INSPECTOR (I POST)

Reports to: Director Safety Regulation

Major function of the job

To manage the Flight Operations section and to provide efficient and effective safety oversight activities of aircraft operators, flight crew and approved training organizations in compliance with national and international standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To advise the Director Safety Regulation on all matters relating to flight operations activities and regulations enforcement
2. To develop annual budgets for the flight operations section and ensure effective utilization of allocated resources
3. To determine  training requirements of flight operations inspectors
4. To ensure development and amendment of operating regulations and technical guidance material in the field of flight operations
5. To develop schedules of safety oversight inspections for the section
6. To conduct inspections, certifications, surveillance and updating of air operators’ certificate register.
7. To conduct adhoc inspections of air operators, proficiency checks of flight crew and approval of flight simulators.
8. To conduct station facility, apron, and en-route base inspections
9. To perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A formal academic qualification and holder of Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with total flying hours of not less than 3000 , and type rating on at least two aircraft types above 5,700 kg in the Tanzania CAA register one of which must be a heavy aircraft type. ATPL holders, who have attended at least one formal course under the Instructor Training System (ITS) protocol or an equivalent system, will have an added advantage.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

A.2     FLIGHT OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENTAL INSPECTOR – GENERAL AVIATION (1 Post)

Reporting to: Chief Flight Operations Inspector

Major function of the job

Conduct safety oversight of air operators in accordance with the Tanzania Civil Aviation (Aircraft Operations) Regulations under supervision of qualified Flight Operations Inspector. The successful applicant will undergo training for inspectorate functions under the ITS protocol or equivalent system.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To discharge inspectorate duties for efficient and effective safety oversight
2. To inspect and regulate General Aviation operations and ensure compliance with Civil Aviation Regulations and the operations manual on continuous basis.
3. Site and operator inspections.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A formal academic qualification and holder of Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with instrument rating for multi-engine turbo engine aircraft at least 3000 hours and at least five (5) years experience as a Pilot and must be computer literate.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

Age: Not more than 45 years

A.3:     FLIGHT OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENTAL INSPECTOR – PERSONNEL

 LICENSING (1 Post)

Reports to: Chief Personnel Licensing

Main function of the job:

Conduct examination for licensed personnel in accordance with the Civil Aviation (Personnel Licensing) Regulations under the supervision of a qualified Flight Operations Inspector. The successful candidate will undergo training for inspectorate functions under the ITS protocol or equivalent system

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. To ensure efficient and effective safety oversight of licensed personnel in accordance with the Civil Aviation (Personnel Licensing) Regulations under supervision.
2. To conduct examinations to aviation licensed personnel and certification

1. To review and update examination questions in the data bank depending on the changing requirements.
2. To conduct surveys, audits, inspections and tests to assess the effectiveness of examinations practices and procedures and provide guidance examinees.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A formal academic qualification and holder of Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with total flying hours of not less than 1500 hours with instrument rating for multi-engine turbo engine aircraft with at least three (3) years experience as a Pilot and ability to get along well with people and must be computer literate.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

Age Limit: Not more than 45 years

A4:      CIVIL AVIATION SECURITY DEVELOPMENTAL INSPECTOR (1 Post)

Reports to: Principal Aviation Security Inspector

Main function of the job

To provide safety oversight of civil aviation security systems and programs in the air transport industry under the supervision of a qualified Inspector.  The successful candidate will undergo training for inspectorate functions under the ITS protocol or equivalent system

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To assess airport, aircraft operators, and airline caterers and air cargo handling security programs.
• To initiate prescription of security requirements including assisting in drafting of security manuals, policies and procedures and or review and amendments to the existing ones.
• To enforce regulation through monitoring the compliance by airport operators, aircraft operators, airline caterers and air cargo handling agents with the aviation security programs.
• To ensure systems deficiencies are rectified with the objective of protecting the civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference.
• To review regulations depending on the changing environment
• To conduct surveys, audits, inspections and tests to assess the effectiveness of security practices and procedures and provide guidance, inspect aircrafts facility within the airports

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Holder of a Bachelor degree in any field with background in security, military or aviation security related training and tasks. Holder of current aviation security screener certificate or other recognized trainings in security will be an added advantage. Must be computer literate and proficient in English language.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

Age Limit: Not more than 35 years

A.5:     AERONAUTICAL METEOROLOGICAL SERVICES DEVELOPMENTAL INSPECTOR (1 Post)

Reports to: Chief Air Navigation Inspector

Major function of the job

Conduct safety oversight of aeronautical meteorology services and reviewing of manuals and associated documents under the supervision of a qualified Inspector. The successful candidate will undergo training for inspectorate functions under the ITS protocol or equivalent system

Duties and Responsibilities

1. To conduct safety oversight of aeronautical meteorology services and associated systems under supervision.
2. To update manuals and regulatory documents including aeronautical meteorology MANSOPS on an ongoing basis.
3. To develop technical guidance material and updating of records.
4. To perform any other related duties for efficient and effective safety oversight activities of aeronautical meteorology services as will be assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree in Meteorology with specialization in aeronautical meteorology from a recognized Institution. Must have a relevant working experience of at least five (5) years in a reputable meteorological organisation with proven quality management and computer skills.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

Age: Not more than 45 years

B: DIVISION OF ECONOMIC REGULATION

B1: BUSINESS ANALYSIS AND FORECASTING OFFICER GRADE II (I Post)

Reports to: Chief Business Analysis and Forecasting

Main function of the job

Conduct business analysis of the air transport industry and ensure continued investment, service availability and safeguard both consumers’ and investors’ interests.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To monitor and evaluate business performance of air service providers (i.e. air service, ground handlers etc),
• To conduct business analysis for the air transport industry, analyze and determine reasonable rates/charges for services and related activities,
• To review and analyze business plans submitted by operators and to undertake financial analysis of financial statements and various reports submitted to the Authority
• Toensure sustained and orderly provision of services

Required Qualifications and Experience:

A Bachelor Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or Finance from a recognized University. Applicant must have a working experience of at least three (3) years, with proven communication and computer skills.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.

Age limit:  Not Above 45 years.

C:        DIVISION OF CORPORATE SERVICE

C1: DIRECTOR CORPORATE SERVICES (1 Post)

Reports to:   Director General

Main function of the job

Manage financial resources, human resources, office equipment and facilities of the Authority and the competences of all personnel in order to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the TCAA.

Duties and Responsibilities:

           

1. To manage financial and human resources of the Authority
2. To advise the Executive Management on all matters relating to finance and human resources
3. To oversee the development, implementation and review of policies with  respect to financial, human resources management and information and communication technologies
4. To coordinate all management reports on internal services status for submission to the Management.
5. Oversee the Corporate Planning function of the Authority and ensure all required corporate and strategic plans and periodic reports are prepared in time.
6. To manage implementation of action plans and facilitate resource requirements.
7. To manage the annual staff performance appraisal in the Authority and undertake the same for the Division and oversee staff development therein.
8. To develop individual objectives/targets and performance standards as part of the individual performance agreements in consultation with the immediate supervisors.
9. To perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director General from time to time.
   
   

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Masters Degree in any of the following disciplines; Management, Human Resource, Public Administration or Finance. Must have a relevant working experience of at least ten (10) years, five (5) of which should be at managerial position in a reputable institution with proven HR management, finance management and administration skills.

Remuneration:

An attractive package as per TCAA scheme of service and salary structure

Mode of employment:

A successful applicant shall be employed on a term of five (5) years contract and may be reappointed for such term(s) as the Authority deems fit as per the Civil Aviation Act section 35(3).

Age limit:  Above 45 years.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR ALL THE POSITIONS:

• Successful candidates in all Inspectorate posts will initially be appointed as Developmental Inspectors and will be required to undergo inspectorate training (formal courses with on job training) before confirmation to full Inspectors.
• Successful applicants shall be employed on contractual terms or on permanent and pensionable terms.
• All officers are required to observe the TCAA Code of Conduct.
• Other terms and conditions of service are according to the TCAA Staff Rules.

• TCAA is an equal opportunity employer. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Only successful candidates will be contacted.
• This advert is also found in www.tcaa.go.tz.
  
  
  MODE OF APPLICATION:
  Application letters accompanied with certificates, Curriculum Vitae and recommendations from at least two referees; one of whom should be from the current employer. Applicants must provide contact addresses including telephone number(s) and email addresses.
  Application letters should clearly be marked on top of the envelope, “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF (post applied for)” and be sent to the address below not later than 15 October, 2014.
  
  
  Director General,
  Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority,
  Nyerere/Kitunda Road Junction,
  Banana Area,
  P.O. Box 2819,
  DAR ES SALAAM