Aviation Security Expert at Committed To Good (CTG)

Overview of Position

• At Hart Security, we pride ourselves on our dynamic work environment and commitment to excellence.
• We offer competitive compensation, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to work on projects that make a difference.
• If you are a dedicated Aviation Security Expert looking to make an impact in the risk management sector, we would love to hear from you

Role Objectives
The consultant will be responsible for a wide range of duties, including:

• Technical support in implementing the ECOWAS AVSEC Regulation.
• Coordinate the alignment of National Regulations with the new Regional AVSEC Regulation.
• Monitoring and evaluation of AVSEC activities.
• Preparation of missions and coordination with national and regional stakeholders.
• Development of technical tools and training programs.
• Advisory services on legislation, infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.
• Support for regional institutions such as BAGASOO, BAGAIA, and contributions to establishing a Regional Safety Oversight Organisation (E-RSOO)

Project Reporting:

• The role reports to the Hart management team. 

Requirements
Key competencies:
The ideal candidate must:

• Hold a BSc. Degree/(Bac+3) in Air Transport, Engineering, Aviation Security and Safety, or any other related discipline.
• Duly certified in all ICAO training modules in Aviation Security Training Packages (Basic course, Cargo and Mail Security course, Crisis Management course, Security Management course, National AVSEC Inspectors course, etc.);  
• Have at least five (5) years' recent professional experience in a competent authority as an AVSEC inspector or in the aviation industry, (airports, aircraft operator, air traffic and other related service providers)
• Have a working knowledge of the Chicago Convention and in-depth knowledge of ICAO documents related to AVSEC such as the latest editions covering Annex 17 - Security; Annex 9 - Facilitation; Aviation Security Manual  (Doc 8973 - Restricted Circulation);  Aviation
• Security Oversight Manual - Establishment and Management of a National Aviation Security Oversight System (Doc 10047) and Facilitation Manual (Doc. 9957).
• Demonstrate familiarity with international texts on air transport, particularly, ICAO SARPs, and AU aviation programs.
• Possess experience working in ECOWAS Region
• Be a national of an ECOWAS Member States.
• Be fluent in one of ECOWAS' official languages (English, French, or Portuguese) and have working knowledge of a second.

Team Management:

• The role has no team management responsibilities.