AIR OPERATIONS OFFICER

icrc • Mogadishu-Banadir (MOG), SO, 34094 • 2d ago

What we do

Since 1863, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) has worked to preserve human dignity and relieve suffering caused by war and armed violence.

In collaboration with our Red Cross and Red Crescent partners around the world, we do everything we can to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families and locate missing people – helping those who need it most, regardless of who they are and what side of the front line they are on.

We engage with authorities and armed forces on all sides, often confidentially, pressing for access to detainees to improve their living conditions and urging compliance with international humanitarian law to protect non-combatants, including from digital threats.

Purpose

Air Operations (AirOps) Officer is responsible for coordinating ground operations to ensure proper transport of passengers, luggage, cargo and diplomatic mail.

The role holder provides supports on matters related to aircraft operations and ramp coordination at the Airport in Mogadishu. Additionally, the role facilitates the movement of passengers and cargo in and out of the airport.

The role involves liaison with airport authorities, civil aviation authorities, customs and immigration coordination of the ICRC aircraft movement in/out of the Airport.

This is a national/resident position based in Mogadishu, Somalia.

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

Responsible for the ground operations, ramp activities and related co-ordinations at the airport with crew, other agencies at the airport
Supervises together with handling agent the loading/off-loading of ICRC aircraft and ad-hoc charters
Organizes ICRC aircraft refuelling and flight plan documentations at the Airport in Mogadishu and supports the crew in aircraft/airport procedures
Supervises daily workers hired for loading/off-loading of ICRC aircraft and ad-hoc charters, coaches and capacity builds
Coordinates the movement of passengers, baggage, and the mail from the office to the airport and through the customs and immigration procedures
Monitors and follows-up of ICRC aircraft load plans and ensures that only manifested cargo and passengers are permitted to board the ICRC aircraft
Briefs the crew daily on issues relevant to aircraft safety and operations and report any irregularity to ICRC AirOps office and other relevant parties
Ensures the AirOps Unit’s compliance with documentations, reporting and filing
Facilitates Government clearances (tax exemption, custom documentation clearance, and airport access) on aviation related from the various government offices connected to aircraft operations
Supports in the coordination of emergency/Medevac air services
Monitors (with other involved, including crew members) any changes and/or amendments to the procedures relating to airport operations, security rules at the airport and access rights
Assists in organising all the aircraft clearances and cargo loads, and obtains airport passes for ICRC personnel and vehicles needed to enter the airport
Prepares documentation related to transport of Dangerous Goods (DGR) on ICRC aircraft, in line with IATA regulations
Notifies the ICRC Air operations Office about any delay, irregularity and/or safety and security breach that may jeopardize the operation of the ICRC aircraft and the safety of passengers
In coordination with the ICRC Air operations office and Radio Offices follows up aircraft movement to/from Mogadishu and within points in Somalia and transmits information as required
Follows up on all work-related messages and correspondence with the relevant contacts and departments

Certifications / Education required

Bachelor of Science degree in air transportation, air traffic management or aviation management
Or a Bachelor`s degree in related field of study coupled with experience in a related job and professional training, certification in air transportation

Professional experience required

6 years' relevant professional experience at an Airline, Flight Department or Airport
Experience in Air Charter operations an asset
Experience in aviation safety and air traffic control operations is a plus

Desired profile and skills

Knowledge of technical aviation terminology
Team leadership skills and ability to work independently
Excellent planning and reporting skills
Valid Driving licence
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Somali
Flexibility and willingness to travel extensively in Somalia
Excellent knowledge of political, economic, social, and cultural environment of this region
Advanced computer skills including working knowledge of Flight planning and Flight departure Control systems

What we offer

Challenging job opportunity within a dynamic work environment in an international humanitarian organization
Training and Development opportunities
Competitive salary with benefits, based on the ICRC Compensation and Benefits framework

Language

English
Somali

Our values

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Additional information

This is a national/resident position based in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Closing date 23rd November 2026