Consultant supporting the Task Force on USAP
Organizational Context
The Aviation Security Audit (ASA) Section within the Air Transport Bureau (ATB) manages and implements the ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme’s continuous monitoring approach (USAP-CMA) to promote global aviation security through auditing and monitoring Member States' aviation security performance.
Job Purpose
To support the Task Force on USAP by developing the USAP way forward and facilitating its review, aiming to strengthen the programme's credibility, effectiveness, and value to Member States.
Responsibilities
Develop options for the future direction of the USAP-CMA, review its methodology and tools, analyze stakeholder feedback, and propose enhancements. Support the Task Force by drafting meeting documentation, consolidating inputs, developing working papers, facilitating coordination, and tracking decisions. Perform other assigned duties.
Work Experience
Considerable experience (10+ years) in aviation security or civil aviation, including 5 years in oversight/management of international aviation security activities. Must be a Certified USAP-CMA auditor. Familiarity with Annex 17 Standards and related guidance material is essential. Significant experience in developing and conducting security-related technical assessments/audits is required. Experience communicating technical information and developing policy papers/guidance material is also required. Desirable experience includes organizing international meetings and project management.
Skills
Aviation security, risk management, audit and assessment, policy development, technical communication, stakeholder engagement, project management, familiarity with Annex 17 and Annex 9 Standards.