Interim Chief Air Transport Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Air Transport Officer to oversee aviation operations supporting humanitarian services. The role includes advising operational leaders and partners, developing and applying aviation procedures, and ensuring services are safe, efficient, cost-effective, and compliant with relevant aviation standards. The officer will manage operational resources and risks, build partnerships with authorities and humanitarian organizations, and lead and develop the aviation team. Responsibilities also include coordinating flight services, supporting emergency preparedness and response, and producing accurate operational reports and analysis. Candidates should have at least five years of aviation industry experience and supervisory or management experience in air operations, including completion of an aviation safety management course or equivalent. Applicants need an advanced degree in a relevant aviation field, a qualifying aviation military career, or a first degree combined with additional relevant experience and an accepted aviation license. Experience in commercial aviation—particularly humanitarian, food-aid, or peacekeeping operations—and liaison with aviation authorities is required. Strong coordination, risk analysis, and problem-solving skills are important, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. Fluency in English and a second UN language is required.