Detection Technologies and AVSEC Equipment Expert

5d5 days ago

UNDP

Part-time · $95,000 – $145,000

About this role

Under the direction of the Director of the Capacity Development and Implementation Bureau (CDI), the Field Operations Section develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates Technical Assistance projects in civil aviation. It identifies priority areas, develops objectives, activities, and deliverables for country-specific and regional programs. The Field Personnel Section recruits international experts for the ICAO Roster of Experts.

Assess the adequacy of existing aviation security arrangements, considering ratification of the Tokyo, The Hague, and Montreal Conventions and balance between AVSEC measures and air travel facilitation. Focus on detection technologies and AVSEC equipment to address deficiencies revealed by the Universal ICAO Aviation Security Programme. Advise on planning, responsibilities, and organization of aviation security units.

Develop details of security plans, including detection technologies, AVSEC equipment, training, and further documentation. Review measures for mail, air cargo protection, and cooperation with other states and agencies. Produce planning documentation and propose development plans with cost estimates for the National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP).

Organize, prepare, and present training courses on AVSEC-related detection technologies and equipment. Review on-board aircraft security, anti-hijacking procedures, and intelligence dissemination. Perform other related duties as assigned within civil aviation fields.

Requirements

Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of aviation security subject matter
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines, and achieving results
Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges in AVSEC
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively on detection technologies and AVSEC equipment
Listens to others, interprets messages correctly, and responds appropriately
Knowledge of Tokyo, The Hague, and Montreal Conventions in aviation security
Expertise in ICAO Universal Aviation Security Programme and National Civil Aviation Security Programme
Ability to organize and present training courses on AVSEC detection technologies

Responsibilities

Assess adequacy of existing aviation security arrangements with regard to detection technologies and AVSEC equipment
Correct AVSEC deficiencies related to detection technologies, AVSEC equipment, and training
Advise on planning, assignment of responsibilities, and establishment of aviation security units
Develop details of a security plan in terms of detection technologies, AVSEC equipment, and training
Review security measures for protection of mail and air cargo, and cooperation with other states
Develop guidelines on detection technologies and AVSEC equipment for the National Civil Aviation Security Programme
Review security measures on board aircraft, anti-hijacking procedures, and intelligence procedures
Produce planning documentation and propose AVSEC equipment development plans with cost estimates