United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Air Operations Officer Jobs in South Sudan

United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Air Operations Officer Jobs in South Sudan

Org. Setting and Reporting

This position within the Aviation Section of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The Air Operations Officer will be based in Juba and will report to the Chief Air Terminal Unit. Juba is classified as "E" category and a non-family duty station.

Responsibilities

Within the limits of delegated authority, the Air Operations Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

• Manages and supervises the activities of the Air Operations Center/Air terminal Unit.

• Monitors that air operations are conducted in compliance with Air Tasking Orders (ATOs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), UN directives, Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO)/Department of Field Support (DFS) Aviation Manual, UN Aviation Standards for Peacekeeping and Humanitarian Air Transport Operations (UN AVSTADS), UN Aviation Safety Manual, ICAO standards and recommended practices and the host country's Aeronautical Information Publications (AIPs).

• Reviews and approves Air Mission Requests and ensures that the most suitable air asset(s) is/are assigned to a task to achieve the maximum safety, cost efficiency and effectiveness in the mission support.

• Verifies the daily projected Air Tasking Orders (ATOs) for conformance and compliance with the requested tasks, resolves conflicting priorities and ensures that ATOs are published and communicated to all relevant elements in accordance with the established procedures and deadlines.

• Manages routine (regular passenger/cargo, logistics resupply) flights, special (casualty and medical evacuation, VIP) flights and military operational flights.

• Manages the integrated search and rescue operations for UN air assets and other aircraft upon request.

• Supervises timely coordination of diplomatic over flight/landing clearances, ground handling support and hotel accommodation/meal/transportation arrangements for aircrews.

• Conducts the aviation risk management for UN aviation activities in accordance with the established procedures.

• Monitors utilization of UN air assets and analyses the statistical data obtained.

• Liaises with other UN units/sections, non-government and government organizations and intergovernmental agencies on aviation matters.

• Develops and implements the standard operating procedures for the related aviation processes.

• Ensures that aircrews are briefed and conversant with UN policies, aviation safety requirements and the latest applicable aviation standard operating procedures.

• Monitors that appropriate reference documents are current, readily available, and accessible to all aircrew members and aviation personnel.

• Develops inputs for budget proposals for the mission's air transport operations.

• Develops inputs for the Mission's Statement of Requirements to UNHQ for aircraft acquisition.

• Provides responses to UNHQ during aircraft technical evaluations to ensure that vendor’s proposals meet technical requirements.

• Supervises the preparation of operational plans, performance reports, and responses to internal and external audit observations.

• Analyzes, in coordination with the Aviation Safety Unit/Section, the aviation safety reports, identifies necessary corrective and preventive measures, and informs the Chief of Unit, Air Operations on the required actions.

• Manages the allocation and rotation of appropriate work assignments.

• Coordinates the individual annual work plans and produces detailed performance assessments and evaluations for the subordinate staff members.

• Develops and coordinates training courses, workshops, and other related training activities.

• Coordinates and supervises the crash and rescue services, Ramp operations and Aviation Security

• Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements. Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter. Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results. Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns. Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently.

Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals. Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others. Places team agenda before personal agenda. Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments.

Education

Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Air Transportation/Aviation Management, Air Traffic Management, Aviation Safety Management, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, ICAO endorsed Inspectors training (Operations & Airworthiness) or graduation from an equivalent military educational establishment are required.

A first level university degree with a relevant combination of education, professional training, certification in air transport operations, and two (2) additional years of work experience in air transport related occupation, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Job - Specific Qualification

Technical aviation qualification such as commercial Pilot License, Air Traffic license, Flight Operations/dispatch License, maintenance engineer's license or an equivalent military qualification are desirable.

Work Experience

A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in air transport operations or aviation safety is required.

Minimum three (3) years of managerial experience on a position directly related to the coordination of complex air transport operations in the international environment is required.

Experience in the use of ICAO standards and recommended practices is desirable.

Experience in international operations in a post conflict environment is desirable.

Experience in Contract and quality management is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan Air Operations Officer Jobs in South Sudan

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