Human Resources Associate (Talent and Organizational Development)
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
G6 Associate Full-time Locallly Recruited Close on 11 Mar 2026
The Bureau of Administration and Services (ADB) plays a lead role in the efficient and effective administrative management of the Organization by ensuring the provision of high-quality physical and human resources, applying the highest standards of work ethics and conduct, and using results-based management skills and tools to support the Organization in implementing its Strategic Objectives in order to serve all stakeholder of the world aviation community. ADB is responsible for the coordination and administration of the following administrative and management services: human resources management (HRM); information management, web management and ICT services; building management and conference services; document and record management; language and publications services; secretariat services for the ICAO Assembly and Council; revenue-generating activities; and travel services.
The Human Resources Branch within the Bureau of Administration and Services supports the Organization in attracting, developing and engaging talent to achieve its strategic objectives.
Within this framework, the Talent and Organizational Development function leads and supports initiatives related to talent mobility, career development, employee engagement, workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.
Under the supervision of the Human Resources Specialist (Talent and Organizational Development), the Human Resources Associate provides comprehensive operational and administrative support to ensure effective functioning and implementation of the Talent and Organizational Development portfolio.
Provides operational support for the implementation of employee engagement initiatives and surveys, achieving results such as:
Supports the implementation and administration of the Organization’s award and recognition programmes, achieving results such as:
Provides administrative and HR operational support for career development and talent mobility programmes, achieving results such as:
Provides HR administrative and operational support in the implementation of talent and organizational development in compliance with ICAO rules, regulations and HR policies and guidelines, achieving results such as:
Provides effective support and coordination of activities related to workforce insights, surveys and HR reporting, achieving results such as:
Professionalism: Tact, discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive HR-related information. Strong proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
Accountability: Takes ownership of all responsibilities and honours commitments; delivers outputs for which one has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards; operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; supports subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated assignments; takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings and those of the work unit, where applicable.
Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
Please note that this is a locally-recruited position and restricted to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada and applicants with a work permit.
It should be noted that this post is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for an initial period of three (3) years (first year is probationary for an external candidate).
ICAO staff members are international civil servants subject to the authority of the Secretary General and may be assigned to any activities or offices of the Organization within the duty station.
ICAO staff members are expected to conduct themselves in a manner befitting their status as international civil servants. In this connection, ICAO has incorporated the 2013 Standards of Conduct for the International Civil Service into the ICAO Personnel Instructions.
ICAO offers an attractive benefit package to its employees in accordance with the policies of the International Civil Service Commission (ICSC),
The statutory retirement age for staff entering or re-entering service after 1 January 2014 is 65. For external applicants, only those who are expected to complete a term of appointment will normally be considered.
