ICAO Roster-Aviation Medicine Expert

The Organizational Setting

Under the direction of Director of the Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI), the Field Operations Section (FOS) is responsible for the development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and closure of Technical Assistance (TA) and Technical Cooperation (TC) projects. It drafts agreements and aids in creating country-specific and regional projects and programs by identifying priority areas, developing objectives, activities, and deliverables, setting timelines, and specifying budgetary requirements. 

Additionally, under the direction of the CDI Director, the Field Personnel Section (FPS/FRU) recruits international experts to implement Capacity Development and Implementation projects across various Civil Aviation fields and manages the ICAO Roster of Experts.

Major duties and Responsibilities Function 1 (incl. Expected results)

Under the direction of Director Technical Co-operation Bureau, ICAO and in close consultation with the Civil Aviation Authorities (CAA) counterparts:

Provide assistance to CAA for the establishment of appropriate procedures relating to the aeromedical examination process, including oversight of the competency of medical examiners, audit of medical examination reports and confidentiality of medical records. 

Function 2 (incl. Expected results)

Provide assistance to the CAA Medical Assessor in the establishment of the Regulatory Aviation Medicine Procedures Manual for Medical Examination and Assessment Processes; the ICAO Manual of Civil Aviation Medicine, Doc 8984 (the third edition is currently published in draft form on the ICAO public website) may provide useful information.

Function 3 (incl. Expected results)

Provide advice to the CAA Medical Assessor in the preparation of procedure and guidance materials for medical examiners; the ICAO Manual of Civil Aviation Medicine, Doc 8984 (as currently published in draft form on the ICAO public website) may provide useful information.

Function 4 (incl. Expected results)

Evaluate the current methods employed in the administration of aviation medicine processes and make appropriate recommendations for their improvement, including process automation where desirable and feasible.

Function 5 (incl. Expected results)

Prepare the draft Project Terminal Report.

Function 6 (incl. Expected results)

Perform other related duties, as assigned. COMPETENCIES

Core Competencies:

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

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.

Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.

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.

Technological Awareness: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.

Managerial Competence:

Leadership: Serves as a role model that other people want to follow; empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Qualifications and Experience Education

• University degree in medicine with specialization in aviation medicine or equivalent recognized professional qualifications. Professional experience                              

  Essential

  • In-depth knowledge of ICAO SARPs and guidelines related to aviation medicine. 
  • At least 9 years of experience in aviation medicine performing flight physical examinations and issuing aviation medical certificates to flight crews and other aviation personnel. Experience in use of Microsoft Office package. 
  • Previous experience in drafting aviation medicine procedures, manuals or regulations is desirable. 
  • Previous experience with a national civil aviation authority is desirable. Languages

    Essential 

    • A good command of oral and written English.

      Desirable 

      • A working knowledge of French or another official language of the Organization (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish). CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

        It should be noted that this is a prospective position intended for experts interested in consultancy contracts. (short and long term) 

        Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.

        ICAO CDI consultants are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. 

        ICAO CDI offers an attractive benefit package to its consultants in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC).

        No Fee         THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.