Air Operations Officer

About the role

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is seeking an Air Operations Officer for a fixed term contract in Mogadishu, Banadir. The post sits within the Logistics job family and is a national or resident position based in Mogadishu. The role holder coordinates ground operations so that passengers, luggage, cargo and diplomatic mail are transported properly, and supports aircraft operations and ramp coordination at the airport.

What you will do

• Oversee ground operations and ramp activities at the airport and coordinate with crew and other agencies present there.
• Supervise, alongside the handling agent, the loading and off-loading of ICRC aircraft and ad-hoc charters.
• Arrange refuelling and flight plan documentation for ICRC aircraft at the Mogadishu airport and assist crew with aircraft and airport procedures.
• Supervise, coach and build the capacity of daily workers hired for loading and off-loading.
• Coordinate the movement of passengers, baggage and mail from the office to the airport, including customs and immigration procedures.
• Track ICRC aircraft load plans and make sure only manifested cargo and passengers board.
• Brief crew daily on matters affecting aircraft safety and operations and report irregularities to the AirOps office and other relevant parties.
• Maintain the AirOps Unit's documentation, reporting and filing, and facilitate government clearances such as tax exemption, customs documentation and airport access.
• Support coordination of emergency and Medevac air services, and prepare dangerous goods documentation in line with IATA regulations.
• Obtain airport passes for ICRC personnel and vehicles and follow up aircraft movements to and from Mogadishu and within Somalia.

What you need

• A Bachelor of Science degree in air transportation, air traffic management or aviation management, or a related degree with relevant experience and professional training or certification in air transportation.
• Six years of relevant professional experience at an airline, flight department or airport.
• Knowledge of technical aviation terminology.
• Team leadership skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent planning and reporting skills.
• A valid driving licence.
• Excellent written and spoken English and Somali.
• Willingness to travel extensively in Somalia.
• Good knowledge of the political, economic, social and cultural environment of the region.
• Advanced computer skills, including flight planning and flight departure control systems.

Experience

The notice asks for six years of relevant professional experience at an airline, flight department or airport. Experience in air charter operations is an asset, and experience in aviation safety and air traffic control operations is a plus.

How to apply

Submit your application through the employer's application page before the closing date of 23 November 2026. The notice gives no other steps for sending your details.