Transcript ROLE OF FIELD RECRUITMENT UNIT (FRU) IN ICAO TCB …

THE INTERNATIONAL CIVIL AVIATION ORGANIZATION
Technical Co-operation Bureau
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) is a
specialized agency of the United Nations (UN). It was
created in 1944 and has contributed immeasurably to
all facets of the safety of the world’s airways. It
establishes international standards and regulations to
ensure the safety, security, regularity and efficiency of
international civil aviation operations.
ICAO also serves as the forum for cooperation in all
fields of civil aviation among its 191 Member States.
ICAO consists of the following:
 Assembly - 191 Member States
 Council - 36 Member States
 Permanent Council Committees
 President of the Council
 Secretary General
ICAO is composed of the Secretariat, whose Headquarters is located in
Montreal, Canada, and seven Regional Offices around the world: Bangkok,
Cairo, Dakar, Lima, Mexico City, Nairobi and Paris.
The Secretary General is Head of the Secretariat, Chief Executive Officer of
the Organization and Secretary of the Council.
The Secretariat has five Bureaus:
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Technical Co-operation Bureau (TCB)
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Air Navigation Bureau (ANB)
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Air Transport Bureau (ATB)
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Legal Bureau (LEB)
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Bureau of Administration and Services (ADB)
ICAO Headquarters and its seven Regional Offices
The Technical Co-operation Bureau (TCB)
ICAO’s Technical Co-operation Programme provides advice and
assistance to Member States, in the development and implementation
of projects across the full spectrum of air transport, aimed at
improving the security, efficiency, regularity and operational safety of
national and international civil aviation.
The Programme is conducted under the broad policy guidance of the
ICAO Assembly and of the Council. Subject to general guidance by the
Secretary General, the Technical Co-operation Programme is executed
by the Technical Co-operation Bureau (TCB).
Technical Co-operation Projects
Technical cooperation projects cover a wide range of subjects
including:
• Procurement of services and equipment
• Human resource planning and • Safety management systems
development
• Administration and legislation • Aviation medicine
• Communication and
navigation
• Airport feasibility studies,
construction and management
• Aviation security
• Air traffic services
• Aviation meteorology
• Introduction of the ICAO TRAINAIR
methodology
• Environmental aspects of
airports
• Global and regional fellowship
training programmes
TCB’s Main Objectives:
 Strengthening of civil aviation institutions
 Transfer of technology and development of human resources
 Infrastructure and services
 Compliance with ICAO SARPs
 Corrective actions from ICAO Safety
and Security Audits
We invite you to learn more about TCB
Over US$ 2 billion worth of civil aviation projects implemented since establishment
Average annual programme size of US$ 280 million
Approximately 120 projects per year
Individual project budget range: US$ 20,000 to US$ 120 million
TCB ORGANIGRAMME
Director
(D/TCB)
Deputy
Director
(DD/TCB)
Field
Operations
Section (FOS)
Assistant to
Director
Field
Personnel
Section (FPS)
Field
Recruitment
Unit (FRU)
Procurement
Section (PRO)
Business
Support Unit
(BSU)
FIELD PERSONNEL SECTION(FPS)
Objective:
 To attract/recruit the best qualified candidates in
coordination with the ICAO Section(s) developing a
project in a timely and effective manner. Increase the
number of experts in TCB’s Roster.
 To administer field staff in accordance with UN system
policies and under the provisions of the ICAO Field
Service Staff Rules and the associated Personnel
Instructions.
FIELD RECRUITMENT UNIT (FRU)
Mission:
To find the right candidate for the post requested by Host
Governments through:
 Analysis of employment applications against roster and
post requirements
 Negotiation of conditions of employment with successful
candidate
 Assistance in release agreement with Member State
concerned
Maintain Directory of Occupational Classifications and Job
Descriptions (250+)
Recruitment Process and Time Frame
 Receive recruitment request from FOS
 Prepare long list of suitable candidates from the Roster
 Submit list to In-House Selection Committee
 Conduct competency-based interviews
 Nominate shortlisted candidates to Member State for selection
 Member State selects expert
The average time frame for the selection process takes approximately:
 Short-term assignments (1 week to 3 months): 3 weeks
 Medium-term assignments (over 3 months to 6 months): 3 weeks
 Long-term assignments (over 6 months to 1 year): 1.5 months
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
FRU
E-Recruitment
Assess CVs
FRU
Recommend candidates
Candidates
Update profile and CV
Apply online to post(s)
FOS / PRO /Regional
Offices
Review and evaluate CVs
FRU
Establish a short list of
qualified candidates
FRU
Contact and interview candidates
Send CVs to Govt.
Receive choice of candidate from Govt.
Submit Recruitment Case File to FPA
D/TCB
Endorsement and approval
of candidates
Candidates
Participate in telephone
interview
Confirm availability/interest in
assignment
Administrative procedures
(travel, contract etc.)
How to participate in the recruitment process
E-mail your CV to:
[email protected]
or
Apply online
Submit your CV
successfully
Place yourself in
TCB Roster
TYPES OF CONTRACTS
Special Service Agreement (SSA)
For short-term duration assignments, as a Consultant.
Short-Term Contracts
For duration of less than one year, as a Staff Member.
Fixed-Term Contracts
For one year duration and more, as a Staff Member.
SALARY, BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES
(DEPENDING ON TYPE OF CONTRACT)
Competitive Salary (net tax-free) :
 Base salary and post adjustment, to know more click here
Benefits and Allowances
 Daily subsistence allowance (DSA)
 Assignment grant
 Dependency allowance
 Education grant
 Danger pay
Benefits and Allowances (continued)
 Home leave & family visit
 Language scheme
 Mobility and hardship scheme
 Rest and Recuperation (R & R)
 Rental subsidy & deduction
 Separation payments:
Termination Indemnity ; Repatriation Grant; Death Grant
 Mission subsistence allowance (MSA)
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And of course we will take care of your security while you are at
the duty station under the umbrella of UN.
CONSULTANT’S & EXPERT’S BENEFITS
Contract
Salary & benefits
Special Service Agreement
(SSA)
Fee + DSA + Airfare
Short -Term Contract
Base Salary + DSA+ Other Allowances
+ UN Laissez Passer
Fixed-Term Contract
Base Salary + Post Adjustment +
Other Allowances + UN Pension
+ UN Laissez Passer
PAY BANDS OF SSA FEES FOR CONSULTANCIES
Band C:
 Typically used for assignments which require highly trained
individuals in their fields of expertise, typically achieved
through formal training and academic pursuits as well as
long and progressively responsible experience, in one of
the technical, management or administrative fields,
relevant for the Organization.
 The contributions are expected to be at the expert’s level.
Band D:
 Reserved for individuals who are known world-wide as top
authorities in their specialities.
 The contributions are expected to be at the senior
advisory/executive level.
PAY BANDS OF SSA FEES
(in US Dollars)
Band
Daily Rate
Monthly Rate
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
C
$300
$490
$6,430
$10,540
D
$450
$630
$9,600
$13,520
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Senior Flight Operations Inspector
Senior Airworthiness Inspector
Airport Master Plan Consultant
Civil Aviation Senior Consultant
Communications, Navigation, Surveillance (CNS) Radar Consultant
Airport Operations and Management Consultant
Airport Architect
Aerodrome Engineer
Safety Expert
Environmental Expert
Aviation Legislation Consultant
Air Traffic Management Consultant
Project Coordinator
TCB NEEDS MORE EXPERTS PARTICULARLY IN THE
FOLLOWING FIELDS
SMS/SSP
SAFETY
EXPERT
FLIGHT OPS
INSPECTOR
AERODROME SAFETY AND
CERTIFICATION INSPECTOR
AIR LAW
AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT
Sample of Job Description
Africa Region
Post Title: Aviation Security Officer
Duty Station: Africa
Duration: 12 months
Qualification Requirements:
Security or appropriate police training and qualifications;
At least 8 years experience in supervisory capacity at a civil aviation authority, major airport
or airline, with responsibility for civil aviation security inspection; etc.
Competencies: Judgement/decision-making; Team Work; Communication; etc.
Duties: Perform executive functions as follows:
Review, in light of the latest ICAO USAP Report, the aviation security structures, laws,
programmes and procedures and assist in the implementation of the Corrective Action Plan;
Establish a structure for the Aviation Security Inspectorate;
Develop/coordinate/implement AVSEC Contingency Plans for international airports, in
coordination with the surrounding communities;
Develop a qualification and approval system for the licensing of the aviation security service
providers, operating at civil airports; etc.
Sample of Job Description
Americas Region
Post Title: General Aviation (Fixed Wings) Operations Expert/Project Coordinator
Duty Station: South America
Duration: 2.5 months
Qualification Requirements:
Management, supervisory, or extensive operational experience with a Government
Department of Civil Aviation, or within the airline industry, and familiar with the preparation
and responsibility for implementation of rules, regulations, operating manuals and flight
and ground procedures, deemed necessary for flight safety, inspection and certification; etc.
Competencies: Judgement/decision-making; Team Work; Communication; etc.
Duties: Under the direction of Director, Technical Co-operation Bureau, ICAO and in association
with other project experts and in close consultation with the DGCA counterparts:
Proactively lead the conduct of a study, providing input in his/her area of expertise, for the
development of a long-term (25 years) Roadmap, for the development of General Aviation
and helicopter services;
Together with the National Project Coordinator in making periodical presentation of the upto-date work done by the project team to the DGCA; etc.
Sample of Job Description
Asia and the Pacific Region
Post Title: Aerodrome (Safety) Expert
Duty Station: Asia and the Pacific
Duration: 12 months
Qualification Requirements:
University degree in Aerodrome Engineering or equivalent professional qualifications in
aerodrome operations;
At least ten years experience at a sizeable international airport in a management capacity
related to airport operation, inspection and certification; etc.
Competencies: Judgement/decision-making; Team Work; Communication; etc.
Duties: Contractually/administratively reporting through the Project Coordinator to the Director,
Technical Co-operation Bureau of ICAO, and functionally reporting to the Director General of the
Directorate General of Civil Aviation and in close cooperation with the counterpart, DGCA,
Director of Airports:
Draft the national legislative and regulatory framework (legislations, regulations, directives,
procedures, manuals) for aerodrome safety oversight (audit, inspection, surveillance and
monitoring) in accordance with ICAO Standards;
Implement an effective safety oversight system for aerodrome operators which shall comply
with updated civil aviation legislation, taking into account USOAP Audit and findings and
recommendations; etc.
Sample of Job Description
Europe and the Middle-East Region
Post Title: Senior Flight Operations Expert
Duty Station: Europe and Middle-East
Duration: 12 months
Qualification Requirements:
A minimum of 15 years of management or supervisory experience in a substantial airline or
with a Government Department of Civil Aviation, directly associated with the preparation
and responsibility for implementation of rules, regulations, operating manuals and flight
and ground procedures, deemed necessary for flight safety, inspection and certification; etc.
Competencies: Judgement/decision-making; Team Work; Communication; etc.
Duties:
Review existing civil aviation legislation and flight operations regulations and in consultation
with the DGCA, Air Law Officer and air carriers, revise them to conform to ICAO Annexes, to
be applied to all operations in the country;
Assist with conducting workshops and providing on-the-job training to Flight Operations
Inspectors, to qualify them in the full range of tasks related to airline flight operations
inspection;
Advise and assist with the development and execution of an annual flight operations
surveillance programme; etc.
ICAO TCB’s achievements are a combination of the political
will of our Member States and of the commitment, ideals,
dedication, devotion and life’s work of the staff members,
who represent the integrity of the international civil
servant, in its highest form and in the noble tradition of this
Organization.
May you too be an example to future generations of staff by
becoming one of those dedicated staff in order to meet
ICAO TCB’s objectives.
Contact FRU:
 Email: [email protected]
 Employment website (you can view the current list of
vacancies and apply online by submitting your CV).
Career Portal: Active Job Listings
Career Portal: Prospective Jobs
The Recruitment Officer
Field Recruitment Unit
Technical Co-operation Bureau
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
999 University Street
Montreal, Quebec
Canada
H3C 5H7
Email: [email protected]