Aviation Safety Associate – G6 – Mogadishu At World Food Programme

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

15 October 2024-23:59-GMT+03:00 East Africa Time (Mogadishu)

WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of climate change.

At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP’s values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.

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WHY JOIN WFP?

• WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
• WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
• WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
• A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
• We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:

To provide and/or oversee a range of coordination, administrative and technical activities that support the delivery of a safe and effective air service to the humanitarian community. Function as member of the UNHAS safety team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

• Actively promote a strong safety culture within the organization by encouraging reporting of safety concerns, near misses, and incidents without fear of reprisal.
• Assist and support the development and delivery of specialized safety training programs for aviation staff to enhance their safety knowledge and skills in various operational scenarios.
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to evaluate compliance with safety regulations, standards, and policies and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Help evaluate and recommend the integration of new safety technologies and systems to enhance safety measures and operational efficiency.
• Assist in developing and implementing a comprehensive safety communication strategy to ensure effective dissemination of safety-related information to all relevant stakeholders
• Participates in the development and implements the AFO Aviation Safety program.
• Participates in the development of the Aviation Emergency Response Plan and ensures that it is communicated to all concerned.
• Supports the coordination and organization of Aviation safety drills and exercises required by the AFO Aviation Safety program.
• Monitors the Integration of Aviation Risk Management into aviation activities.
• Develops quarterly Risk Assessment Indicators and analyses the level of safety of aviation activities within UNHAS in conjunction with the safety team.
• Conducts all Safety Assurance activities to include monitoring and measuring the Safety Performance Indicators (SPI’s), Management of Change, and Continuance Improvement.
• Proposes the required corrective and preventive measures, develops aviation safety recommendations, and communicates them to the officials concerned.
• Investigates aviation occurrences involving air assets and observed hazards related to aviation activities, compiles reports, and analyses statistical data and upload on ECCAIRS.
• Identifies, analyses, and monitors trends that affect the safety of UNHAS operations.
• Participates in AOSI and aircraft reviews and ensure documentation are updated and tracked accordingly.
• Conducts assessments of airfields and helicopter landing sites.
• Maintains the aviation safety database and ensures that information is recorded in accordance with the established procedures and deadlines
• Provides safety briefings to personnel involved in UNHAS operations as well as crew induction.
• Supports in organizing and conducting Aviation Safety meetings.
• Draft safety bulletins, newsletters, and consolidated reports.
• Coordinates with other UN agencies and host country civilian and military aviation authorities on aviation safety matters.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

Completion of secondary school education OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor) in flight dispatch, aeronautical engineering, Air Operations, Air Movement, or other related fields.

Experience:

At least Six (6) years of experience with a secondary school certificate OR University degree (Diploma/Bachelor’s) with a minimum of two (2) or more years of experience in aviation-related fields.

Language: Fluency (level C) in English language and Somali Language.

ARE YOU COMPETENT FOR THIS JOB? DO YOU HAVE:

• Experience in handling flight processes and knowledge of aviation operations in the field.
• Experience in dispatching flights from uncontrolled airfields and interpreting operational flight plans is required.
• Experience working in the aviation section of an international organization is desirable.
• Experience in Ground Operations, Ramp Safety, RFFS (Rescue and Fire Fighting Services), and Emergency Response is also desirable.

This position is open for qualified Somali candidates. Female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

WFP is dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our recruitment process is inclusively crafted to welcome candidates of all backgrounds, celebrating diversity and ensuring a respectful environment for all. We aim for an accessible and fair recruitment journey. Should you need any reasonable accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please reach out to us confidentially at global.inclusion@wfp.org. Our DEI team is here to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process.

NO FEE DISCLAIMER

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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

• We strongly recommend that your profile is accurate, complete, and includes your employment records, academic qualifications, language skills and UN Grade (if applicable).
• Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
• Please make sure you upload your professional CV in the English language
• Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover Letter
• Additional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future time
• Please contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org in case you face any challenges with submitting your application
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified

All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.