Org. Setting and Reporting
The Air Navigation Bureau (ANB) in ICAO is responsible for providing technical guidance to the Air Navigation Commission (ANC), the Council, and the Assembly. ANB provides technical expertise in aviation-related disciplines to States, industry and all elements of the Organization. The Bureau is also responsible for maintaining and implementing the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP) and Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP), including its Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBUs) as well as producing yearly safety and air navigation status reports. The Bureau develops technical studies and proposals for Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), and Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) for further processing by the governing bodies of ICAO. The Bureau also develops related procedures and guidance material. The Bureau also manages the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) which monitors all Member States on a continuous basis. The Safety and Air Navigation Capacity and Efficiency entity is responsible for supporting States in the selection, planning and implementation of the Aviation System Block Upgrades (ASBUs) and Standards and Recommended Practices. The entity is also responsible for providing assistance and support in the resolution of air navigation deficiencies and working with the Planning and Implementation Regional Groups (PIRGs) and the regional offices to help determine regional and sub-regional priorities and targets for implementation. The Technical Officer, Information Management, TO/IM is a professional with a clear comprehension of Information Management (IM) concepts with emphasis on Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) and operational information security under the entity of Air Navigation and Aviation Safety (ANS). S/he works closely together with key stakeholders in the areas of Aeronautical Information Management (AIM), Air Traffic Management (ATM), Communications (COM), Meteorology (MET), and Cyber Security and Operations (OPS). The incumbent carries out duties in relation to Annex 4 – Aeronautical Charts, Annex 15 — Aeronautical Information Services, the new PANS-IM and other related ICAO documentation. The Incumbent will report directly to the Chief, of the Global Interoperable Systems (GIS) Section, ANB who is also responsible for IM/AIM matters. S/he is expected to work independently, consulting and collaborating with other Technical Officers, Bureaus, and industry as necessary.
Responsibilities
Function 1 (incl. Expected results) Serves as information security focal point, achieving results such as: • Ensure that the development of aeronautical information security-related activities is consistent with SWIM concept principles. • Coordinate on a regular basis with relevant sections in ANB on aeronautical information security issues. • Report to Chief GIS on a regular basis on the progress of implementation activities. • Maintain Doc 9855 – Guidelines on the use of the Public Internet for Aeronautical Applications. Function 2 (incl. Expected results) Serves as the ICAO Aeronautical Information Management (AIM )focal point, achieving results such as: • Manage the updates of Annex 4 and the associated guidance material, and provide technical expertise in the area of Aeronautical Charts. • Manage the currency of Annex 15, PANS-ABC and PANS-AIM and its associated documentation – AIS Manual, AIM Training Development Manual, WGS-84 Manual, providing strategic and technical expertise in the area of AIM. • Maintain the AIS Quality Manual. • Draft or review ICAO publications, such as technical manuals and circulars related to AIM and create presentations for management decisions. • Prepare comprehensive responses to all external questions relating to AIM and the evolution from AIS to AIM. Function 3 (incl. Expected results) Serves as Secretary or manages expert groups as required, achieving results such as: • Provide comprehensive analysis of issues raised by States and international organizations in the field of Information Management. • Provide high-level technical support to the ANC and Council by providing solutions in the area of IM/AIM. • Develop meeting documentation to facilitate effective technical discussions including working papers, presentations and reports. • Provide guidance on ICAO procedures and methodologies for standards making. • Review draft proposals from the expert working groups for quality and consistency with ICAO policies. • Communicate and coordinate with members of expert groups and other ICAO Sections and technical bodies. • Develop and manage specific Websites and maintain their currency and accuracy. • Report AIM activities to the ANC, and prepare presentations including working papers and technical analysis. • Review proposals to be presented to the ANC from the Secretariat and/or expert groups. Function 4 (incl. Expected results) Coordinates the implementation of IM concepts, achieving results such as: • Coordinate active liaison with the Regional Office on the roll-out of IM matters. • Organize workshops to create awareness among States in the area of IM. • Provide global updates and guidance for regional applications in implementation activities by conducting and/or participating in regional workshops and seminars. • Plan and conduct specific training sessions, either in-house or by partnering with external organizations for all affected domains on IM-related activities. Function 5 (incl. Expected results) Develops working papers for the ICAO Council, ANC and international meetings on matters related to Information Management (IM), achieving results such as: • Develop comprehensive working papers, State letters and other documentation required to present Annex and PANS amendment proposals to the ANC and ICAO Council to facilitate technical discussions. • Participate in the discussion of such papers and provide technical support, as needed. • Conduct necessary follow-up on actions including providing strategic/operational recommendations resulting from the discussion of the papers during the panel and working group meetings Function 6 (incl. Expected results) Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Competencies
Professionalism: Knowledge of the ICAO Aviation System Block Upgrade (ASBU) as applicable to information management in the aviation operational domain. Knowledge of ICAO provisions related to information management and related documentation. Knowledge of ICAO work towards the implementation of the GASP/GANP and their relationship to regional implementation activities. Knowledge of aviation information exchange models, such as the Aeronautical Information Exchange Model (AIXM), Flight Information Exchange Model (FIXM) and ICAO Meteorological Information Exchange Model (IWXXM). Knowledge of emerging information management concepts in the aviation domain. Knowledge of ICAO functions, organization and international activities in fields other than Information management. Shows pride in work and 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. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. 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. Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within the 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 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. Judgement/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary.
Education
A first-level university degree in computer science, aeronautical engineering, or in a related field is required.
Job – Specific Qualification
Not available.
Work Experience
• A minimum of ten (10) years experience in the field of Information Management, including information security, in an aviation-related international organization or service provider is required. • Experience leading and managing large-scale meetings/symposia/seminars is required. • Experience as a Pilot, air traffic controller, flight dispatcher, or other operational user of aeronautical information is desirable. • Experience in managing technical groups, symposia, workshops, etc. is desirable. • Experience as an ICAO Auditor is desirable. • Experience in project management and the use of project management tools, methods, processes and techniques is desirable. • Experience working with digital networks, and cyber protection and resilience is desirable.
Languages
Essential Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English. Desirable A working knowledge of any other language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish).
Assessment
Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
Special Notice
The ICAO Assembly recently reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing gender equality and the advancement of women by supporting UN Sustainable Development Goal 5 “Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.” Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for ICAO positions, especially in the Professional and higher level categories. It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of 3 years (first year is probationary for an external candidate). ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization, in accordance with the provisions of the ICAO service code (Staff Regulations). ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions. ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC). The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered. Remuneration: Level P-4 Rate Net Base Salary per annum + Post Adjustment (net) per annum(*) USD $77,326 + USD $36,962 (*) Post Adjustment is subject to change.
United Nations Considerations
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