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ICAO Roster-Safety Program (SSP) Expert

UNDP
UKpart_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jan 2026

About the role

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)

Ensure that the development, implementation and enforcement of State Safety Programs and SMS are in full compliance with the State/ICAO requirements and best practices.

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Analyse and review standards, manuals, plans and training initiatives for proper oversight of service providers under the State jurisdiction.

Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

Coordinates, plans with specified service providers, project safety managers on acceptable safety standards in line with State/ICAO guidance and best practices.

Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

Leads and facilitates in industry safety meetings, conferences, workshops and is a catalyst in promoting and providing on-the- job-training, to the assigned workforce. Authorities.

Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

Establish, monitor and provides oversight of service providers (SMS programs, training programs, and safety initiatives). 

Function 6 (incl. Expected results)

Plan, prepare and conduct SMS certification oversight audits of service providers, and monitor implementation.

Function 7 (incl. Expected results)

Continuous SSP implementation and service providers SMS monitoring.

Function 8 (incl. Expected results)

Recommend procedural safety improvements to service providers on Safety and Quality Management Departments to ensure permanent implementation and safety for aviation airspace users.

Function 9 (incl. Expected results)

Permanent compliance with procedural requirements.

Function 10 (incl. Expected results)

Effective communication of policies and procedures to relevant departments.

Function 11 (incl. Expected results)

Preparation of timely and accurate departmental statements and reports of the State to meet safety requirements, policies and standards.

Function 12 (incl. Expected results)

Performs 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 persona

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