Associate Administrative Officer

Job Responsibility: Job Opening

Job Opening ID : 239138

Job Network : Management and Administration

Job Family : Administration

Category and Level : Professional and Higher Categories, P-2

Duty Station : MONTREAL

Department/Office : International Civil Aviation Organization

Date Posted : Jul 15, 2024

Deadline : Aug 18, 2024

Org. Setting and Reporting The Legal Affairs and External Relations Bureau (LEB) provides advice and assistance on legal and external relations matters generally and in support of ICAO's Strategic Objectives, to the ICAO Member States, the Governing Bodies, the President of the Council, the Secretary General, other ICAO Bureaus and Regional Offices. With regard to legal matters, the Bureau is responsible for: the provision of legal advice to the Governing Bodies and the Secretariat on any issue of law, in particular on international law and air law; the general development of air law; the review of all agreements and contracts; and the performance of the treaty depositary functions of the Organization. With regard to external relations matters, the Bureau is responsible for: maintaining close and harmonious working relations with Member States; serving as focal point for the Organization's relations with the Host Government; carrying out liaison and protocol functions; and monitoring and providing policy guidance and advice on current political events which might affect ICAO. LEB is also responsible for the communications function of the Organization which includes developing and implementing a comprehensive communications programme and acting as the principal point of contact for all media-related activities. The Associate Administrative Officer reports to the Director, Legal Affairs and External Relations Bureau (D/LEB) whom he/she consults on a regular basis for direct input and direction. The incumbent provides direct support and assistance to the Director in the management and efficient direction of the Bureau, including programme performance and budget management functions, as well as ensures efficient support to the Director in governing body related activities. Responsibilities Competencies Education Job - Specific Qualification Work Experience Languages Assessment Special Notice United Nations Considerations No Fee