Job Description
JOB TITLE:HEAD OF DEPARTMENT- AVIATION SAFETY AND SECURITY
TRAINING, EASA - KCAA SCALE 6 - REF: EASA/AS/12/21
Department/section:Aviation Safety and Security Management
Reports To: Registrar – Academics Affairs
Job Purpose: To plan, direct and organize the development and
implementation of Aviation Safety and Security programmes and
courses to meet industry needs.
Scope of work / duties / responsibilities
-Planning and approving targets, budgetary guidelines and use of resources for
the development and implementation of Aviation Safety and Security programmes;
-Coordinating with other faculties/ departments as may be necessary for efficient
and profitable delivery for Aviation Safety and Security programmes;
-Devising strategies to retain students and maintain recurrent revenue base;
-Evaluating the long term capability requirements, systems, equipment and
human resources, of the faculty/department against the School’s Strategic Plan
and determines plans and initiatives to be taken;
-Identifying industry needs and students career needs in order to develop
innovative faculty programmes that increase both student intake and revenue
from industry;
-Coordinating with the Registrar Academics and other departments as may be
necessary to resolve staff issues, including disciplinary matters, appointments,
contracts, promotions etc in the Aviation Safety and Security faculty;
-Liaising with stakeholders/organizations as may be necessary for realization of
the faculty objectives.
-Coordinating with the Quality Management department to implement quality
systems;
-Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the Registrar, Academic
Qualifications
-A master’s degree in an aviation related field.
-A Bachelors degree in any of the following fields: Engineering, Aviation
management, Humanities and social Sciences, Education, Physics, Information
Science or any other relevant and equivalent qualification from a recognized
institution.
-A valid license or certificate of competency in the area of specialization in
accordance with the national and international standards and regulation, where
applicable.
-Instructor Training Course.
-Train the trainer’s course.
-Certificate in Curriculum Development.
-Training in management or leadership
Experience
-Ten (10) years relevant work experience.
-Four (4) years’ experience in a senior Aviation Safety/Security oversight role.
Knowledge and skills
-Knowledge of relevant ICAO standards and national requirements applicable to
training institutions.
-Knowledge of quality systems in higher learning institutions and applicable ICAO
requirements.
-Knowledge and application of course and training methodology design.
-Leadership and supervisory skills
-Knowledge of industry trends and needs.
-Good interpersonal and communication skills.
-Understanding of examination administration and management.
-Proficiency in computer applications.
Interested candidates are required to submit their application letters
quoting the job reference no. on the envelope and application letter,
attaching copies of certificates, testimonials and a detailed CV with full
contact details of three professional referees to the address below. The
applications should be received not later than 9th November 2021.
The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority is an equal opportunity employer.
Female candidates and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged
to apply. Note, persons with disabilities are required to attach a copy of
valid NCPWD membership card.
The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
Aviation House - JKIA
P. O. Box 30163 – 00100
NAIROBI
Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.