Aviation Officer

Job Description

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement
VA No: 008/2016
Position: Aviation Officer (1 Position)
Contract Type: Fixed Term
Duty Station: Addis Ababa

The Aviation Officer will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities
Support aviation projects or operational day-to-day activities applying standard processes, including the appropriate operational risk management processes, to contribute to effective humanitarian air transportation
Collect and analyze data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of aviation activities and operations
Support the supervisor with financial analysis and budget reviews to enable senior staff to optimize use of available funds
Provide guidance to support staff, acting as a point of referral and assisting with simple analysis and queries
Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP-wide view of aviation activities that enables informed decision making and detailed reporting to donor representatives
Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners to sage aviation operations e.g. through the scheduling of training dates
Identify and build productive relationships with aviation colleagues and staff within the unit or area of assignment to support a coordinated approach to humanitarian air transportation
Follow emergency aviation preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly provide passenger services, relief supplies and emergency medical and security evacuations at the onset of crisis
Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet the required provision of service to the humanitarian community, as needed. Other as required

Desired Experience for Entry into the Role:
Experience arranging flight clearances and customizing immigration documentation
Experience in coordinating with national aviation authorities on ramp activities
Experience in monitoring operational reports and advising on service utilization trends

Standard Minimum Academic Qualifications:
Education: Advanced University degree in Aeronautics, Aviation Engineering, Airport Management or other relevant field, or First University Degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses. Holds or has held a Commercial Pilot License, Air Traffic Control License of Flight Operations Officer License (or equivalent), Aeronautical Engineer to Maintenance Engineer License

Language: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Amharic. Knowledge of other local language is an advantage.

Closing date: Feb 08, 2016

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How to Apply

Candidates meeting the above qualifications are requested to send an email to: Vacancy.AddisAbaba@wfp.org quoting the vacancy announcement number in the subject line of the email and attaching their CV or Personal History Form, and a Cover letter.


(No other documentation will be reviewed at this stage).




Deadline: 08 February 2016




Qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply

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