ICAO Roster-Human Resources Development and Training Assessment - Project Coordinator (NGAP)
Organizational Context
Under the direction of the Director of the Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI), the Field Operations Section (FOS) develops, implements, monitors, evaluates, and closes Technical Assistance (TA) and Technical Cooperation (TC) projects. The Field Personnel Section (FPS/FRU) recruits international experts for these projects and manages the ICAO Roster of Experts. This project aims to help States develop strategies and action plans for their aviation workforce, focusing on attracting, training, developing, and retaining the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP).
Job Purpose
To coordinate the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategy and action plan for aviation workforce development, specifically focusing on attracting, training, developing, and retaining the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals (NGAP) in designated states.
Responsibilities
Lead the development of the NGAP Strategy and Action Plan. Coordinate the project team and day-to-day activities. Serve as a focal point for the ICAO team. Prepare detailed project work plans and monitor team activities. Consolidate and provide project reports and status updates. Assess the aviation context, including workforce needs, training capacity, and regulatory frameworks. Conduct gap assessments for human resources and training. Develop a 15-year strategic and action plan for the aviation workforce.
Work Experience
A minimum of 10 years of experience in aviation workforce development, human resources, training, strategic planning, talent management, or related fields. Strong analytical skills for conducting SWOT and PEST analyses. Experience in workforce development, talent management, succession planning, or aviation industry education. Familiarity with best practices in aviation workforce development, including attracting, educating, training, and retaining a diverse talent pool. Knowledge of the aviation industry, its workforce needs, training requirements, and regulatory frameworks is essential. Familiarity with ICAO and its strategic objectives is highly beneficial.
Skills
Professionalism, Communication, Teamwork, Planning and Organizing, Accountability, strong analytical skills, data analysis techniques and tools, Human resources planning.