DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS
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WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate.
WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment.
WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.
A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.
We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
JOB TITLE: Aviation Officer
Contract Type: National Fixed Term
Grade: NOA
UNIT/DIVISION: UNHAS
DUTY STATION (City, Country): Port-au-Prince, Haiti
DURATION: 12 months (renewable)
Application deadline: 10 May 2026
This position is open for Haitian nationals only. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT
Under the general supervision of the Chief Air Transport Officer and/or his/her Deputy, the Aviation Officer NAO ensures follow-up of air transport activities and air movements. He/She coordinates and administers air operations, ensuring compliance with WFP standards, including risk management procedures, in support of the delivery of safe and efficient air services.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):
Support aviation projects or operational day-to-day activities applying standard processes, including the appropriate operational risk management processes, to contribute to effective humanitarian air transportation.
Collect and analyze data through research and networking with colleagues to recommend actions to the supervisor to improve performance of aviation activities and operations.
Support the supervisor with financial analysis and budget reviews to enable senior staff to optimize use of available funds.
Provide guidance to support staff, acting as a point of referral and assisting with simple analysis and queries.
Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, supporting a WFP-wide view of aviation activities that enables informed decision making and detailed reporting to donor representatives.
Support the capacity building of WFP staff and partners to safe aviation operations e.g. through the scheduling of training dates.
Identify and build productive relationships with aviation colleagues and staff within the unit or area of assignment to support a coordinated approach to humanitarian air transportation.
Follow emergency aviation preparedness practices to support WFP to quickly provide passenger services, relief supplies and emergency medical and security evacuations at the onset of a crisis.
Act in an assigned emergency response capacity as required to meet the required provision of service to the humanitarian community, as needed.
Other as required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Education & Experience: Advanced university degree in Aviation, Aeronautics or another related field with at least one (1) year of relevant professional experience; or first university degree with at least three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
Language: Fluency (level C) in English and French.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Experience arranging flight clearances and customizing immigration documentation.
Experience in coordinating with national aviation authorities on ramp activities.
Experience in monitoring operational reports and advising on service utilization trends.
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REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org
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REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel.
We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application.
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At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.