Manager Air Traffic Services at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority

KCAA SCALE 5 REF

ANS/ATS/01/17

Job Responsibilities

• Developing, reviewing and implementing policies, standards and procedures for efficient operations within the department to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Investigating operational complaints and irregularities within the department and collaborating in the investigation of accidents and incidences.
• Ensuring proper deployment of staff in the department.
• Conducting regular performance reviews of staff in the department to determine training and development needs and ensure the highest standards of performance and conduct are being adhered to.
• Recommending changes in personnel, equipment, communications, Airspace and operating positions.
• Preparing and implementing the department’s operational plan and budget to achieve targets in line with the ANS strategy.
• Liaising with the planning and development team to identify improvements to the ATS airspace plan, systems and equipment.
• Maintaining Safety Management System within ATS.
• Acting as National Search master coordinator.
• Maintaining close coordination with airspace users and other departments as may be necessary.
• Performing other duties as may be assigned by the Director Air Navigation Services.

Qualifications

• A degree in an aviation or other relevant field from a recognized university
• A Master’s degree in an aviation related field from a recognized University will be an added advantage.
• Air Traffic Control license endorsed with 3 Ratings – Aerodrome, Approach Procedural or Area Procedural, and either Approach Radar or Area Radar Control ratings.
• Training in Management and Leadership.
• At least 10 years’ experience in a senior role related to air traffic services.
• Management of ATS Unit for at least 5 years. Proven experience in people management.
• Extensive knowledge of the Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations and ICAO standards
• Working Knowledge of International Air Law
• Practical knowledge of air traffic control procedures,
• Knowledge of trends in the Aviation Industry.
• Knowledge of Safety Management Systems in ATS
• Knowledge of Search and Rescue procedures including COSPAS-SARSAT and emerging trends.
• Computer literate.