AIR OPERATIONS OFFICER
United Nations Mission in the Republic of South Sudan - created by GA Resolution 1996 (2011) · Bentiu · P-3 · Apply by November 19, 2026
About this role
Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Aviation Section of the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) at Bentiu which is classified in the "E" category and is a non-family duty station. The Air Operations Officer will report to the Chief Air Operations Unit in Juba. Responsibilities Within delegated authority, the Air Operations Officer will be responsible for the following duties: • Monitor air operations activities and ensure that they are conducted in compliance with Air Tasking Orders (ATOs), Standard Operating Procedures, UN directives, Department of Peace Operations (DPO) Aviation Manual, ICAO, IATA and the host country's Aeronautical Information Publications (AIPs). • Determine the most suitable air asset to be utilized in terms of cost, safety and efficiency. • Review all operational and logistical mission flight requests. • Manages special mission and VIP flight requests and manifests. • Review, plans and coordinates daily projected task orders and air support requirements. • Prepare and publish mission materials, flight schedules, air task orders and issues them to flight crews • Develop and implement aviation standard operating procedures…