Job Details

• Role is responsible for execution of appropriate response protocols to emergency events across all Company airports. It requires analysis and interpretation of GCAA and ICAO standards and guidelines.
• Independent judgment is required in the execution of the responsibilities of the position.
• Matters which pose significant risk and impact on the security or safety of Company are referred to the Company Senior Management with a recommended course of action.
• Significant impact can result from recommendations and decisions taken during the coordination and management of emergency responses.

• Works closely with Airport Emergency Planning Head and Senior Manager the department reporting on accountabilities of the position.
• Liaises closely with Company Departments to develop, trial and action the AEP and Company emergency response protocols and procedures.
• Liaises with external stakeholders, such as police, Civil Defense, Health Authorities, regional hospitals and airlines to establish and gain commitment to the AEP and Company emergency response protocols and procedures.
• The position is required to assist Airport Emergency Planning Head and Senior Manager when negotiating with internal and external stakeholders at a senior level to gain their commitment to and compliance with the AEP.

• Assist Airport Emergency Planning Head and Senior Manager in planning, development and review of Airport Emergency Plan annually with 3-4 month review relating to the development and review of AEP including Emergency Simulation Exercises.
• The position is required to lead and facilitate multiple stakeholders in the development of the AEP which has the potential for significant impact for Company and the Airports operated by Company .

• Gaining commitment of multiple external bodies to the development and execution of the AEP.
• Establishing functional lines of communication with internal & external stakeholders.
• Constantly maintaining the Airport Emergency Plans to Industry best practices standards while dealing with continual change in airport operational and infrastructure changes. H:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of Aviation Emergency Planning, with a minimum of 3 years at a senior level.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant ICAO and GCAA regulations.
• Acquired knowledge on Incident Command System (ICS) Emergency Preparedness / Disaster Management, Family Assistance, Safety Management Systems, Human Factors, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Preference given to candidates with training in one or more of the following: Incident Command System (ICS), Emergency Preparedness / Disaster Management, Audit / Quality Assurance, Safety Management Systems (SMS), Human Factors Aviation Disaster “Family Assistance”, Emergency Exercise Management, Business Continuity Management, Crisis Communications and other
• Minimum Entry Qualifications
• Bachelor degree holder or equivalent working experience.
• Diploma or Certificate within the field of Aviation Emergency Response.
• Sound understanding of international benchmarks regarding aviation safety and security.
• Experience in conducting multifaceted emergency simulation exercises.
• Experience in developing operational policy and procedures.
• Project planning, management and delivery.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.

• Leadership
• Influence and negotiation.
• Strategic thinking and decision making
• Problem solving and analytical thinking
• Planning and organizing
• Interpersonal ability and cross cultural understanding