JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

a Statutory Body and portfolio entity of the

Ministry ofScience,Energy,Transport& Telecommunications

invites applications from suitably qualifiedpersonsfor the following vacant position:

OPERATIONS OFFICER (ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION)

(ECONOMIC REGULATION DEPARTMENT)

JOB SUMMARY

The incumbentis responsibleforproviding support in the development, review and maintenance of standards,policiesand toolsin accordance withInternational Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Annex 16 (Environmental Protection), Volume IV.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Contribute to the review and incorporation of Annex 16 provisions in Jamaica’s legislative framework particularly as it relates toAeroplaneCO2 Emission and Community Engagement
- Provide technical support andcommunicateguidance materials, Ministerial Orders, regulations relating to the adoption of the Annex 16, Vol IV (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation - CORSIA) toaeroplaneoperators.
- Participate in the drafting of Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and the development of supporting guidance material to reduce the impact of international aviation on the environment in respect of the carbon emissions and offsetting programme.
- Monitor stakeholder compliance with ICAO SARPs and local policiesby:
- Maintaindatabases onaeroplaneoperators’ Emissions Monitoring Plan, Emissions Report and Verification Report
- Developand updaterelevant ICAO databases for forecasting and analysing trends asrequired
- Collateandsubmitreports for review on Air Traffic and Air Transport operations, Emissions level, carbon offsetting scheme




- UpdateJamaica’s State Action Plan for the reduction of CO2 emissions by aviation stakeholders and recommend measure for implementation
- Coordinate the requirements for implementation of CORSIA programme.
- Assist in the assessment of mitigation measures implemented by stakeholders such as the Air Navigation Service provider, Airport Operators, andAeroplaneOperators for the reduction of CO2 emissions. Provide improvement recommendations and/or enforcement measures accordingly.
- Monitor accountability measures for the development,updateand implementation of SAP and CORSIA.
- Collate,analyzeandsubmittechnical reports for decision-making,reveiwand dispatch to ICAO asrequired.
- Provide theexpertiserelated to climate change impact, other provisions and policies related to Environmental Protection and associated guidance material to ensure that theytake into accountthe latest developments in other associated fields

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

- B.Sc. in EnvironmentalScience,Environmental Engineering,Aviation or AerospaceEngineering, Climate Change,EnvironmentalPolicyor equivalentdegreewith specialization in environmental regulationfrom an accredited institution.
- At least three (3) years’ work experience in environmental protection, compliance monitoring, and/or regulatory enforcementpreferably in the field of Air Transportation




- Experience in policy development or capacity-building projects for climate change mitigation.
- ISO 14001 Environmental Management certification would be an asset
- ICAO or IATA CORSIA-specific training would be an asset

KEY TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

- Sound knowledge in Qualitative and Quantitative research methodologies
- Awareness of aviation operations, including flight data and fuel consumption reporting
- Knowledge of carbon markets, offsetting mechanisms, and sustainability standards (e.g., ISO standards referenced in CORSIA)
- Sound knowledge of Database Management Systems and data analysis
- Proficiencyin report writing and regulatory documentation
- Working knowledge of Aviation Environmental factorsimpactingquality of the environment in respect of carbon emissions
- Working knowledge of the Chicago Convention in relation to Annex 16 and the roles and responsibilities of Member States
- Working knowledge of both Local and International Civil Aviation standards and regulations

KEY NON-TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellentoral and written communication skills
- Sound planning,organizingand execution skills
- Good judgment and decision-making abilities
- Positive timemanagement skills
- Ability to prioritize and complete assignments amidst competing priorities/demands
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team as well as on own initiative

February 14,2026

We thank all applicants for their interest.However,onlyshortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Date Published: January 23, 2026

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📌 Operations Officer (Environmental Protection) (Kingston)
🏢 Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority
📍 Kingston