Overview
The internship supports the implementation of regional air navigation, operational efficiency, and emergency response activities within the ICAO ESAF Region. The focus is on strengthening regional coordination, implementation, and oversight of Air Traffic Management (ATM), Aeronautical Information Management (AIM), and Search and Rescue (SAR) initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation of technical briefs, working papers, reports and presentations related to ATM, AIM and SAR.
- Supporting the compilation, maintenance and analysis of operational performance and implementation data related to ATM and AIM systems and programmes.
- Assisting in monitoring and following up on actions arising from regional planning, coordination and implementation meetings related to air navigation and operational efficiency.
- Supporting the coordination, monitoring and tracking of regional SAR activities.
- Assisting in the review of SAR contingency plans, exercise reports and related operational documentation.
- Contributing to the identification and analysis of implementation gaps in SAR systems and supporting related reporting and follow-up mechanisms.
- Supporting the tracking of action items and implementation progress arising from regional planning and implementation groups and associated technical bodies.
- Assisting in drafting meeting summaries, technical records and outcome reports.
- Supporting the maintenance of electronic records, databases and information systems related to ATM, AIM and SAR activities.
- Assisting in the collection, compilation and analysis of operational and safety-related data.
- Supporting the preparation of periodic progress reports, implementation updates and performance monitoring documentation.
- Supporting coordination and engagement with civil aviation authorities, air navigation service providers and regional stakeholders.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Required Experience
No prior work experience is required to apply for the Internship Programme. However, applicants’ academic training, education, advanced coursework, or relevant skills should be of benefit to the ICAO ESAF Region during the internship.
Qualifications
• At the time of application, candidates are required to have completed or be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree programme in a field of study related to Aeronautical Engineering, Aviation, Air Transport Management, Aviation Safety Management, Electrical or Electronic Engineering (Telecommunications/Navigation Systems), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Transport and Logistics Management.
