The Capacity Development and Implementation (CDI) Bureau supports the six strategic goals of ICAO. The Bureau offers needs-based implementation support to states through projects and innovative products and services to assist them in implementing effective and sustainable solutions that address their specific aviation needs and challenges.
Responsibilities:
Provide effective direction, guidance, and supervision to a diverse team of professional and support staff of CDI, and manage performance to ensure that work programs and activities of the Bureau adhere to high-quality standards. Model and promote the values and ethical standards of conduct for the International Civil Service.
Plan, direct, manage, and report on the planning and implementation of the annual and triennial budget of the Bureau. Direct the implementation of performance-based management, including Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for management and program-related activities.
Manage the human and financial resources of the Bureau, serving as the responsible authority for its performance with respect to service quality, delivery, and timeliness.
Oversee the recruitment of staff for the Bureau and the development of skills and expertise of all staff, taking due account of geographical and gender balance and other institutional values, to build a motivated and performance-oriented workforce.
Participate in and contribute to the Senior Management Board (SMB) meetings, inform staff of pertinent issues, and implement decisions taken by the Secretary General on SMB recommendations.
Direct the Project Quality Management System in CDI and sustain high-caliber and high-confidence audit results through the maintenance of a system based on international standards and best practices.
Requirements:
An advanced university degree (master’s degree or academic equivalent), preferably in an aviation-related field or another area such as business administration, management, finance, economics, law, or aeronautical, industrial, or civil engineering, is required.
Over 15 years of progressively responsible professional experience reaching the executive level in the planning, management, and coordination of activities in aviation safety, air navigation, air transport, or a related area in a public or private sector organization is required.
At least five years of experience at a senior managerial level, overseeing the planning and implementation of civil aviation programs and projects in a public or private sector organization, is required.
Experience at the international level or dealing with aviation matters crossing national boundaries, including high-level negotiations with government authorities, is required.
Demonstrated leadership experience with strategic vision and proven skills in managing complex organizations at the national or international level is required.
Experience in organizational change management, with demonstrated ability to promote transformational efforts, foster innovation, and drive organizational reforms, is required.
Experience with corporate performance management in the public or private sector is required. Experience in partnerships, resource mobilization, and dealing with multilateral financial institutions is desirable.
Experience in conducting negotiations at the international level and in organizing and leading international meetings is desirable. Experience in public speaking and media engagement is desirable.
