DynCorp International is a multifaceted, global enterprise that provides innovative solutions to the diverse technology and professional services needs of government and commercial industry worldwide. While we are a highly successful provider of critical support to military and civilian government institutions, we also have important commercial business in aviation, infrastructure development, security, and logistics.
Air Operations / Movement Control Officer – P3 – Job Code: pending
Job Summary:
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Principal Accountabilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Team leader the incumbent shall be responsible for the following duties:
Exercise control and ensure that the following tasks are accurately completed: planning, evaluation and assessment of air assets to ensure they meet mission needs,
Act as the principal liaison person between the AMISOM and UNSOA in Mogadishu on Aviation matters;
Coordinate day-to-day support of air operations;
Manage and supervise air operations, including risk management, budget, staffing and development, and aviation training in Mogadishu;
Comply with DPKO Aviation Safety Program and UN Department of Peacekeeping Operations' (DPKO) Aviation Standards and correct deficiencies in coordination with the mission aviation safety officer;
Monitor the contract compliance of operators and Units and evaluate their performances on a periodical basis;
Apply aviation administrative, logistics and technical standard operations procedures;
Assist in the planning of the use of air assets to achieve pre-determined outcomes using cost effective and efficient methods to deliver services;
Verify and advise on the serviceability of aircraft and aviation equipment in use and on the disposal of the unserviceable;
Oversee the preparation of technical reports, statistics, and other documents required on ad hoc basis and related to air operations;
Be responsible for the supervision of aviation staff in Mogadishu;
Administer and manage the Movement Control Unit in the Sector;
Provide multi-modal movement control support to the Sector;
Plan, prioritize, coordinate and monitor movement tasks and responsibilities in the Sector;
Allocate and delegate tasks as required to each Movement Control element in the Sector;
Ensure safe, efficient and economical Movement support is provided to meet operational and administrative requirements of the mission;
Maintain internal (sector specific) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to be used in conjunction with Mission Move0ment Control SOPs;
Ensure UN contractors operate within the Terms of the Agreement and UN Regulations;
Ensure dangerous goods are transported In Accordance With (IAW) International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGRs); Coordinate daily flight schedules with Air Operations in order to meet passenger and cargo requests;
Provide passenger and cargo statistics to the Team leader at the end of each calendar month;
Perform management functions in relation to personnel administration, performance evaluations and recruitment of national staff;
Perform other duties as required
Management Responsibility:
Manage Aviation Section in Mogadishu and serve as adviser to logistics specialists and others on aviation related matters
Knowledge & Skills
Professionalism: Advanced technical qualifications, including authoritative knowledge and wide exposure to the full range of air operations and air safety issues; ability to advise senior management and other senior officials on approaches and techniques on highly complex/sensitive issues; recognized expertise in the field; demonstrated capacity for intellectual leadership and ability to integrate knowledge with broader strategic, policy and operational objectives and translate it into a results-oriented work program; ability to comprehend and reconcile the diverse features of air operations; to plan and develop a unified aviation system to meet the needs of the mission to recognize the capabilities of the various aircraft and determine the most advantageous mode of shipment in terms of cost, safety and efficiency; demonstrate original and creative thinking, independent judgment and discretion in advising on and handling major policy, project and other issues/problems; strong negotiating skills and ability to influence others to reach agreement on difficult issues, contracts and assistance agreements with aviation contractors, vendors, national government representatives and others; excellent knowledge of institutional mandates, policies and guidelines pertaining to air operations and related matters; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of peace operations; management and decision-making experience in aviation; proven record of building and managing teams and creating an enabling work environment, including the ability to effectively lead, supervise, mentor, develop and evaluate staff and design training/skills enhancement initiatives to ensure effective transfer of knowledge/skills.
Commitment to Continuous Learning: Willingness to keep abreast of new developments in the field.
Communications: Excellent communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to present and defend difficult positions to senior officials.
Planning and Organizing: Ability to effectively develop unit work program, establish priorities and objectives, and direct others in the execution of the total program to ensure timely delivery of results; ability to work under extreme pressure.
Teamwork: Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to operate effectively across organization boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives into substantive work; commitment to the goal of achieving gender balance in staffing.
Technological Awareness: Computer literacy; ability to manage the development and adoption of new applications for air operations.
Experience:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience, with at least 2 years at the international level.
Experience in managing air operations of international, peacekeeping or military nature required.
Extensive military movement control experience would be an advantage.
Knowledge of UN financial rules desirable. Managerial experience of air charter operations is desirable.
Education:
Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Air Transportation, Aviation Engineering/Management, or Air Traffic Control, or graduation from equivalent military establishment or military flight/air traffic control training.
An Air Transport Pilot License/Air Transport Rating is required. Professional Pilot License or Engineering License or Air Traffic Controller License is required.
Air Traffic Controller License, or graduation from an equivalent military establishment and military air transport flight/air traffic control training are desirable.
A first level university degree with a relevant combination of education, professional training, certification in air transport, and experience in air transportation-related occupation, such as aviation safety/maintenance or air traffic control may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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