ICAO Consultant Supporting the Task Force on USAP

Job Posting Organization:
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 194

• Its mission is to promote the safe and orderly development of international civil aviation throughout the world. ICAO works with its 193 Member States and global aviation organizations to develop international Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and policies to ensure that civil aviation is safe, secure, and sustainable. The organization employs a diverse workforce of over 1,000 professionals and operates in multiple countries, focusing on enhancing global aviation security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and facilitating international air transport.

Job Overview:
The ICAO Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting the Aviation Security Audit (ASA) Section within the Air Transport Bureau (ATB). This position is primarily responsible for managing and implementing the ICAO Universal Security Audit Programme’s continuous monitoring approach (USAP-CMA). The consultant will work autonomously, with the expectation of performing most tasks remotely while collaborating with various stakeholders, including ASA staff, ICAO Bureaux, and State representatives. The consultant will be tasked with developing the future direction of the USAP-CMA, enhancing its outcomes, and supporting informed decision-making processes. This role requires a strategic mindset to analyze feedback from Member States and propose evidence-based options for program evolution, ensuring alignment with international aviation security standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant's duties include developing the USAP way forward by reviewing the current USAP-CMA and defining evidence-based options for its future direction. This involves facilitating a structured review of the program’s methodology, tools, processes, and reporting mechanisms to identify opportunities for improvement. The consultant will analyze feedback from various stakeholders to identify recurring concerns and practical options for program evolution. Additionally, the consultant will prepare concise recommendations and supporting materials for decision-making bodies, draft meeting documentation, and support the consolidation of inputs from TF-USAP members and other relevant groups. The consultant will also track decisions, action items, and timelines to ensure organized follow-up work. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess considerable experience in aviation security or civil aviation environments, with at least 10 years of relevant experience, including 5 years in progressively responsible positions related to oversight and management of international civil aviation security activities. A certified USAP-CMA auditor status is essential, along with familiarity with Annex 17 – Security Standards and related guidance material. Significant experience in conducting security-related technical assessments and audits, as well as in developing policy papers and guidance material, is also required. Strong communication skills to convey technical information to diverse audiences are necessary.

Educational Background:
A first-level university degree is required, and candidates with an advanced university degree in a relevant field will be preferred. In cases where candidates possess a first-level degree, five additional years of qualifying experience in aviation security, risk management, or a related field may be accepted in lieu of the advanced degree.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in aviation security or civil aviation, with at least 5 years in roles that involve oversight and management of international civil aviation security activities. Experience as a certified USAP-CMA auditor is essential, along with significant experience in technical assessments and audits related to aviation security.

Languages:
Fluent reading, writing, and speaking abilities in English are mandatory. A working knowledge of a second language of the Organization, such as Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish, is desirable but not required.

Additional Notes:
This consultancy position is for a duration of eleven months and is classified as full-time. The daily rate for this Band C position ranges from CA$ 402 to CA$ 57

• Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of their duties.