African Civil Aviation Commission Recruits: Air Transport Expert

The African Civil Aviation Commission wishes suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below at its Headquarters based in Dakar, Senegal.Position: Air Transport Expert (P/2011/06)

Direct Line Supervisor:  Air Transport Officer

Level: P 1

Position Assignment
Participate to AFCAC activities and provide her/his expertise in the field of air transport under the supervision of the Air Transport Director
Main Responsibilities

• Participate in the implantation of the Yamoussoukro decisions in the field of air transport supervision
• Participate in the activities for the promotion sustainable development of air transport in Africa
• Provide his expertise about the issues of liberalization of air transport in Africa
• Facilitate and accelerate integration and freedom of movement of persons and goods in Africa
• Participate in the Directorate’s activities aiming at consumer protection
• Participate in the establishment of common rules fostering  a healthy competition among operators in the sector.
• Represent AFCAC during national and international meetings dealing  with air transport issues carry out other duties assigned by the Air Transport Director.

Training Requirements
Advanced University degree, preferably with specialization in public or business administration, or equivalent qualifications and experience.
Required Expertise and Skills

• Having worked for at least (10) years in a similar position
• If possible, having worked for international bodies
• Knowledge of financial and accounting management software
• Knowledge of the  United Nations accounting system
• Fluency in one of the  working languages of  AFCAC
• Knowledge of more than one of the  working  languages of AFCAC (including English) is a highly desirable  qualification.

Performance Indications

• Implementation of the budget
• Qualification of the administrative management
• Availability and quality of financial information
• Level of justification of the commitments
• Level of protection of property.

Functional Links

• Secretary General
• Other AFCAC staff.

External Links

• African Union
• African civil aviation organizations
• ICAO
• Various Partners.

How to Apply
The commission further encourages all applicants to forward their respective application directly to the following addresses.
Email: secretariat@afcac.org or Fax number: +221338232661
Address: 15 Boulevard de la Republique, BP 2356,Dakar, Senegal.
The Deadline for receiving application is 15^th February, 2011.
Please Note that:

• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
• Applications not submitted in accordance with the indicated format may also be rejected
• Applications submitted  electronically should be in Word format
• Qualified African women are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Only applicants who are under serious consideration will be contacted with interviewed.   AFCAC will not respond to queries regarding information on the status of the vacancies.

Duration of Appointment:
Appointment will be on a three years fixed term non career basis (first year is probationary).
Duties, Obligations and Privileges

• AFCAC staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities.
• AFCAC staff members are expected to a conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as internal civil servants.
• The benefits of AFCAC staff members will be those included in the Seat Agreement between AFCAC and Senegal.

Classification of Posts and Staff
The classification of posts and staff will be similar to those of ICAO and the United Nations system.
Salaries and Allowances
The salaries will be those of ICAO and the United Nations System.
Note:
Application form to be filled by applicants on the African  Civil Aviation Commission
(AFCAC) website.