Deadline:
August 26, 2024
Location(s)
Canada
Montreal, QC
Overview
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. ANB’s work programme is distributed within Air Navigation Capacity and Efficiency (AN), Aviation Safety (SAF) and Monitoring and Oversight (MO). SAF and AN are responsible for maintaining and implementing the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP) and Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP), as well as producing yearly safety and air navigation status reports.
Details
These areas within 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 Implementation Support Planning and Coordination Section (ISPC) is part of the Air Navigation Bureau and report to the Deputy Director for Monitoring, Analysis and Coordination (MAC). ISPC is responsible for managing and coordinating implementation support activities developed and designed by the Bureau. Coordination of such activities involves interaction with other Sections, Bureaus as well as the Regional Offices. ISPC directly supports the regional offices in their work related to development of projects and activities to build capacity. ISPC also supports the funding of activities by managing implementation support related voluntary contributions and provides contribution management support to donors.
The incumbent reports directly to C/ISPC with whom he/she consults on a regular basis. Staff members of ISPC and the Chief of ISPC may provide direct input and guidance to the work of the intern.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of C/ISPC, the intern will:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of a dedicated implementation support platform (MS SharePoint);
- Contribute to the development of information and recommendations to project plans, peer review reports, preparation and completion of project documents;
- Contribute to the identification and monitoring of key performance indicators for implementation support activities;
- Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and briefings;
- Assist in development and implementation of internal promotion activities;
- Support in the preparation of outreach materials to communicate the results;
- Perform other tasks as assigned.
Opportunity is About
Eligibility
Candidates should be from:
Description of Ideal Candidate
Competencies
- 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.
- 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.
- Creativity: Actively seeks to improve programmes or services. Offers new and different options to solve problems or meet client needs. Promotes and persuades others to consider new ideas. Takes calculated risks on new and unusual ideas; thinks "outside the box." Takes an interest in new ideas and new ways of doing things. Is not bound by current thinking or traditional approaches.
Education
At the time of application, applicants are required to have enrolled at least in the first year of studies at a university or equivalent institution towards the completion of a degree (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent) in aviation, law, science, engineering , diplomacy or related field.
Work Experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including word, excel and power point, is required.
- Practical experience in using collaborative documentation processing tools or work management platforms, is desirable.
- Knowledge of ICAO and its mandate, the aviation sector or the United Nations system, is desirable.
- Practical experience in data processing, programming and web-design, is desirable.
Languages
- Essential: Fluent reading, writing and speaking abilities in English.
- Desirable: A working knowledge of a second language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish).
Dates
Deadline: August 26, 2024
Cost/funding for participants
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