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ICAO/IAWA 2016 Photo Contest on Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women in Aviation (Funded to 28th IAWA Annual Conference, in Montreal, Canada)

by OFA
written by OFA

Application Deadline: 9 September 2016 midnight (EDT).

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), in partnership with International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA), is pleased to announce the launch of a photo contest seeking to promote
Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women in Aviation
 
The contest provides participants with an opportunity to showcase their creativity and to share ideas on gender equality or to highlight women in aviation, role models, mentors, etc., who have inspired others. ICAO and IAWA invite you to express, through the eye of your camera lens, illustrations of gender equality and women’s empowerment in aviation.
This photo contest is particularly inspired by the UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
 
The main objective of the photo contest is to increase the visibility of women in aviation and aerospace, and to collectively promote efforts towards enhancing gender equality and the empowerment of women in the air transport sector.
Get inspired and be creative!
Illustrate the gender-related statements listed below – Using Photography!
  • Women conquering aviation technology
  • Women leading the way as change agents in aviation
  • Women at the decision-making table in the aviation sector
  • Inclusiveness in the aviation workplace
  • Advancements of women in aviation
  • Bridging gender equality gaps in the aviation sector
  • Fostering the next generation of women in aviation

Contest Guidelines

  1. Each participant may submit only one photo.
  2. Entries must be sent to [email protected] by 9 September 2016 midnight (EDT). Late entries shall not be accepted.
  3. All submissions must be accompanied by:
          • the photographer’s name, nationality, country of residence, contact details, and date of birth;
          • the month/year the photo was taken; and
          • a narrative/description not to exceed 500 words of how the photo relates to the specific gender statement which the photo is portraying.
  1. Photos must be submitted in JPEG, PNG or raw format.
  2. Submitted Photos must be minimum 2000 pixels across their height or width to permit sharing and printing for maximum exposure.
  3. Submitted photos must be original, unpublished work.

Award

  • The selected winner will receive an invitation and financial support to attend the 28th Annual Conference of International Aviation Women’s Associations being held in Montreal in October 2016, or other suitable ICAO conference.
  • The winning photo will be published and made widely available for pertinent gender exhibitions and awareness campaigns.
  • All contributors will also be provided a Certificate of Acknowledgement and will be recognized on ICAO’s website.
Selection Criteria
  • Selection of the winning submission will be based on originality, representation of the selected gender statement, aesthetic appeal of the photo, creativity and adherence to the contest guidelines and terms and conditions outlined below.
Announcement of the Winner
  • The contest winner will be notified in September 2016.
  • A formal announcement will be made at the 28th IAWA Annual Conference, in Montreal, in October 2016, followed by the presentation of the award.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the ICAO/IAWA 2016 Photo Contest on Gender Equality

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International Civil Aviation Organization Aviation Scholarship 2016 for Women in Aviation, Canada (USD 2,000/Month Stipend)

by OFA
written by OFA
Application Deadline: March 15th 2016
Organization Secretariat: ICAO Duty Station Montréal
Country : Canada

With the objective of enhancing the development of women in aviation, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in conjunction with the International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA), is offering an Aviation Scholarship for a professional woman in this field.

Candidates who are selected for the ICAO-IAWA Aviation Scholarship will be able to augment their professional experience in aviation by working on and contributing to specific aspects of the ICAO work programme at the international level for a period of nine months.

IAWA is supporting ICAO in its efforts to promote the development of women in aviation by providing voluntary contributions and by assisting in identifying those candidates who meet the requirements for the ICAO-IAWA Aviation Scholarship.

Requirements

  • An advanced university degree (Masters’ level or equivalent), in an aviation-related discipline
  • A minimum of two years of experience in supporting technical work of an international aviation or aerospace organization, a civil aviation authority, or similar related organization.
  • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of any other of the following ICAO languages is an asset: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish.

Details of Assignments

Selected candidates will work under the guidance of experienced professionals in the Air Navigation Bureau at the ICAO Headquarters in Montreal.

The Air Navigation Bureau (ANB) is responsible for providing technical guidance to the Air Navigation Commission (ANC), the Council and the Assembly. ANB provides technical expertise in aviation-related disciplines to States, industry and all elements of the Organization. The Bureau is also responsible for maintaining and implementing the Global Aviation Safety Plan (GASP) and the Global Air Navigation Plan (GASP), including its aviation system block upgrades as well as producing yearly safety and air navigation status reports. The Bureau develops technical studies and proposals for Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), and Procedures for Air Navigation Services (PANS) for further processing by the governing bodies of ICAO. The Bureau also develops related procedures and guidance material. The Bureau also manages the Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme (USOAP) that monitors all States on a continuous basis.

Illustrative examples of areas of work and responsibilities which will be assigned are shown below, depending on the profiles of the selected candidates. The selected candidate will support activities related to the promotion of women in aviation, including, for example, the Annual ICAO-IAWA Connect event.

  • Support the development of Airport Collaborative Decision Making guidance material
  • Support the development of Air Traffic Flow Management related taxonomy and message set
  • Support the development of a taxonomy for medically related accidents and incidents
  • Develop or improve operational risk management concepts, metrics and analytical methods
  • Develop a database on dangerous goods-related accidents/incidents
  • Support further analysis on indicators contained in the global air navigation report, such as ASBUs implementation and outtake of PBN
    • Conduct a gap analysis on requirements for the provision of ground handling services among ICAO Member States. The analysis may include the collection of practices, analysis of input, surveys and the development of conclusions or recommendations
    • Conduct research and analysis on emerging aviation issues
    • Support airport runway safety team implementation activities
    • Draft material on validity and reliability of aviation language test for inclusion in Doc 9835
    • Mine and analyze ADREP data for incidents and accidents where language proficiency is involved
    • Develop a knowledge concept map for pilots in a phase of flight, and based on knowledge map developed, conduct a critical incident analysis
    • Develop a knowledge concept map for remote pilots in a phase of flight TBD, and based on knowledge map developed, conduct a critical incident analysis.
    • Draft Icing/de-icing/anti-icing manual (Doc 9640)
    • Support the establishment of FF-ICE related provision
    • Support the technical editing of the SWIM concept document
    • Support the technical editing process of the RPAS manual

Benefits:

  • Duration of assignment: nine months
  • Living expenses: a monthly stipend of USD 2,000 will be provided to assist the selected candidate in covering living expenses in Montreal
  • Visa: If required, a letter will be provided by ICAO to selected candidates to assist in obtaining entry visa to Canada (where applicable).
  • Medical insurance: the selected candidate will be required to provide proof of medical coverage for the duration of the Aviation Scholarship.
  • Travel costs: the selected candidate is required to cover all costs related to travel to Montreal.

Timeline:

  • Closing date for applications: 14 March 2016
  • Notification to candidates of outcome of their application: May 2016
  • Reporting date to Montreal of Selected Candidate: October 2016
  • Duration of Aviation Scholarship: Nine months

Application Process:

If you are interested in being considered for an Aviation Scholarship for nine months at ICAO, you are invited to submit an online application at ICAO’s e-Recruitment website at https://careers.icao.int .

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the

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2015 International Civil Aviation Organization Aviation Scholarship for Professional Women in Aviation (monthly stipend of USD 2,000 ).

by lanredahunsi
written by lanredahunsi

Application Deadline: February 27th 2015

With the objective of enhancing the development of women in aviation, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) in conjunction with the International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA), is offering an Aviation Scholarship for a professional woman in aviation.

Candidates who are selected for the ICAO-IAWA Aviation Scholarship will be able to augment their professional experience in aviation by working on and contributing to specific aspects of the ICAO work programme at the international level for a period of nine months. IAWA is supporting ICAO in its efforts to promote the development of women in aviation by providing voluntary contributions and by assisting in identifying women in aviation who meet the requirements for the ICAO-IAWA Aviation Scholarship.

REQUIREMENTS

  • An advanced university degree (Masters’ level or equivalent), in an aviation-related discipline
  • A minimum of two years of experience in supporting technical work of an international aviation or aerospace organization, a civil aviation authority, or similar related organization.
  • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of any other of the following ICAO languages is an asset: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish.

Scholarship Details:

Duration of assignment: nine months

  • Living expenses: a monthly stipend of USD 2,000 will be provided to assist the selected candidate in covering living expenses in Montreal
  • Visa: If required, a letter will be provided by ICAO to selected candidates to assist in obtaining entry visa to Canada (where applicable).
  • Medical insurance: the selected candidate will be required to provide proof of medical coverage for the duration of the Aviation Scholarship.
  • Travel costs: the selected candidate is required to cover all costs related to travel to Montreal. APPLICATION

Timeline:

  • Closing date for applications: 27 February 2015
  • Notification to candidates of outcome of their application: 30 April 2015
  • Reporting date to Montreal of Selected Candidate: 1 September 2015
  • Duration of Aviation Scholarship: Nine months

If you are interested in being considered for an Aviation Scholarship for nine months at ICAO, you are invited to submit an online application at ICAO’s e-Recruitment website at https://careers.icao.int .

Apply Now for the ICAO-IAWA Aviation Scholarship

For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the 2015 International Civil Aviation Organization Aviation Scholarship

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