Lavori attuali relativi a Aviation Safety Officer P4 - Lazio - World Food Programme

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS8 February :59-GMT+01:00 Central European Time (Rome)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 WFPThe 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.To learn more about WFP, visit our website: and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok.WHY JOIN WFP?WFP is a **** 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).Note:This recruitment may be used to fill additional vacancies that may arise in the future across various WFP duty stations.ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT:The Aviation Safety Officer (P4) position, based at HQ in Rome, reports to CASU and supports the development and improvement of safety processes and methods, and the periodic risk evaluation of prospective and contracted air operators and WFP Aviation Field Operations.The role ensures compliance with United Nations and WFP aviation standards, contributes to the air operator eligibility process, and provides general safety oversight, management of operational risk controls, and safety compliance across contracted air operators and UNHAS field operations.The position involves frequent travel to WFP operational locations and close collaboration with regional and country aviation teams, aviation partners, regulators, and air operators to maintain the highest standards of aviation safety.THE ROLETo provide safety and risk management support to WFP through the Chief of the Aviation Safety Unit by supporting safety process development, conducting risk evaluations of air operators, and ensuring compliance with UN and WFP aviation standards.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIESMonitor the effectiveness of the Aviation Safety Program in the region to ensure compliance with the established standards and regulations supporting safe air transport operations.Perform accurate and timely analysis of safety events, analyze evaluation observations, and formulate solid recommendations for corrective actions to ensure compliance with the applicable standards and regulations.Efficiently implement and maintain the aviation safety information system and ensure collaboration and accurate information exchange in the region.Identify aviation safety risks and ensure that accurate reporting and internal quality control systems are in place, and that all relevant records are efficiently maintained.Manage, coordinate and promote aviation safety in the region, including implementation of Aviation Field Operation Safety Program.Provide advice and support to aviation staff in other offices including active and timely dissemination of necessary information.Build productive professional relationships with stakeholders, including WFP AFOs and senior managers, other UN agencies, Air Operator Certificate Holders, professional aviation organizations and regulatory bodies.Deliver safety trainings and/or seminars to achieve higher working standards.Effectively manage staff including active participation in planning and assessing staff performance and development.Take responsibility for an equitable and inclusive workplace which incorporates all dimensions of the WFP diversity and inclusion framework.Other as requiredSTANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Education:First University degree in Aeronautics, Aviation or Aircraft Engineering, Air traffic control, aviation safety, accident investigation or other relevant field.A Professional aviation qualification, in a specific aviation discipline, such as an airline transport pilot, commercial pilot, airworthiness, or aviation engineering is required.Experience:At least 8 years' aviation experience with senior involvement in safety oversight and /or conducting safety audits of air operators or states out of which at least three or more years of experience with the corresponding aviation discipline.Proven supervisory or management experience within an aviation entity;Qualification in Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) or State Safety Programs (SSP)Demonstrated experience and qualification in incident/accident investigation and risk management, including the application of structured safety analysis methodologies.Experience supporting humanitarian air operations or aviation activities in emergency or field environments.Language:Fluency (level C) in English language.Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese (a WFP working language).Desirable Knowledge & Skills:Knowledge of UN aviation policies, WFP systems, and operational procedures.Experience in Air Operator certification process;Knowledge of ICAO SARPS.Safety officer working experience with UN aviation operations.Experience and understanding of safety standards for UAS/RPAS operationsProficiency in applying safety analytical tools, APIs, and digital platforms for hazard identification, occurrence data base, risk evaluation, and safety performance monitoring.Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills, including experience working with regulators, operators, and international partners.Working knowledge of a second UN official language (Especially Arabic and/or French).TERMS AND CONDITIONSThis is an International Professional position and is open to all nationalities.Mobility is and continues to be, a core contractual requirement in WFP.The selected candidate will be employed on a fixed term as well as a rotational contract with a probationary period of one year.This position is open to both internal and external candidates.WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, relocation entitlement, travel, visa and shipment allowances, 30 days' annual leave, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, a pension plan, and medical insurance.For more information, visitThe selected candidate will be required to relocate to Rome, Italy.WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORKWFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONWFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact:NO FEE DISCLAIMERThe United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, 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application.Kindly note the only documents you will need to submit at this time are your CV and Cover LetterAdditional documents such as passport, recommendation letters, academic certificates, etc. may potentially be requested at a future timeOnly shortlisted candidates will be notifiedAll 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.#J-*****-Ljbffr