The Organizational Setting

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.

Major duties and Responsibilities

Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

May include some, or all, of the elements listed below:

Assess the adequacy of existing aviation security arrangements and organization in the country taking into account the position of the state as it concerns ratification of the Tokyo, The Hague and Montreal Conventions and the need to strike a balance between AVSEC measures and facilitation of air travel, with regard to all detection technologies and AVSEC equipment.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Correct AVSEC deficiencies as revealed by the Universal ICAO Aviation Security Programme, related to detection technologies and AVSEC equipment and training on the use of such equipment.

Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

Advise on planning and assignment of responsibilities, establishment of aviation security units and the organization required to develop or improve an aviation security programme, including any particular security problems of specific aerodromes.

Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

Develop the details of a security plan in terms of detection technologies and AVSEC equipment and training and further aviation security documentation, where required.

Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

Review security measures presently in use for the protection of mail and air cargo, cooperation with other states and private security agencies where relevant.

Function 6 (incl. Expected results)

Advise and develop guidelines with regard to detection technologies and AVSEC equipment for inclusion in the National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP).

Function 7 (incl. Expected results)

Review security measures taken on board aircraft in flight and anti-hijacking procedures, security devices and systems used, information and intelligence collection and dissemination procedures.

Function 8 (incl. Expected results)

Produce planning documentation in a format for subsequent inclusion in the NCASP.

Function 9 (incl. Expected results)

Propose any AVSEC-related detection technologies and equipment development plans for inclusion in the NCASP, including cost estimates and training plans.

Function 10 (incl. Expected results)

Organize, prepare and present training courses.

Function 11 (incl. Expected results)

Perform other related duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Core 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.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors’ language, tone, style, and format to match the audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

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; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

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.

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; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Managerial Competence:

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands.

Qualifications and Experience

Education

First level university degree in security management or relevant qualification from an accredited institution.

Professional experience

Essential

At least 7 years of professional experience in the planning, organization and implementation of security detection technologies and AVSEC equipment for the safeguarding of civil aviation, aerodromes and ground facilities.
Knowledge of the principles of operation and use of security devices and equipment including surveillance, detection and intrusion alarm systems in relation to purely domestic, mixed and international regulations.
Ability to organize and implement bomb threat response procedures. anti-hijacking procedures and other aerodrome security measures.
Working knowledge of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) relevant to the aviation security specialty; i.e., ICAO Annex 17 to the Convention on ICAO (Chicago Convention), ICAO Security Manual for the Safeguarding of Civil Aviation from Acts of Unlawful Interference (Doc 8973).

Languages

Essential

A good command of oral and written English.

Desirable

A working knowledge of French or another official language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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).

No Fee

	THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

ICAO Roster-Detection Technologies and AVSEC Equipment Expert