Organization: International Committee of the Red Cross
Closing date: 31 Aug 2016
How to apply:
Closing date: 31 Aug 2016
Your task
ICRC Air-Operations Managers are responsible for the management of ICRC chartered, leased or owned aircraft in a cost effective, safe and efficient manner. The Air-Operations Manager will coordinate the activities of the aircraft, crew, ICRC staff, passengers and cargo in an ICRC mission to optimise resource utilisation. He/she shall make sure that flights performed safely in often a dangerous environment with all necessary permissions.
Selection requirements
- minimum age: 25
- prepared to accept an unaccompanied posting during the first 24 months of collaboration
- minimum two years working experience as flight dispatcher or pilot in an airline
- recognized training in aviation management and flight dispatching. Valid licence in flight dispatch (JAA or FAA) or licence as airline pilot
- excellent command of English and French
- familiarity with word processing, and spreadsheet software
- driving licence (must cover manual transmission – a licence for automatic-transmission vehicles only is not sufficient)
Your profile
- motivated by humanitarian work
- general technical knowledge of and keen interest in aviation activities
- capable of leading a multicultural team
- able to work under pressure in a dangerous environment
- team spirit
- responsible and well organized
What we offer
- an opportunity to practise your profession in a setting of humanitarian endeavour
- the chance to use your knowledge to help the victims of war
- a multicultural working environment
- generous benefits
How to apply:
https://www.icrc.org/eng/resources/documents/job/always-in-demand/fd-air-ops-manager.htm