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SOUTH AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY (SACAA)
 



​INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS TRAINEE (CENTURION)
Reference Number SA-378
 
Description
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Trainee will be afforded a learning opportunity in planning, coordination, and implementation of international relations, diplomatic engagements, and global collaboration with international and relevant local stakeholders.
Administration
  • Handle logistics, including travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, and visa processing.
  • Support the organisation of international visits, conferences, workshops, and diplomatic events.
  • Prepare itineraries, welcome kits, and meeting materials for international guests or delegations.
  • Handle and track all correspondence
Research & Analysis
  • Conduct background research on international aviation policies, foreign civil aviation, and global trends.
  • Monitor global events and provide briefing notes or summaries for senior officials.
Stakeholder and Management
  • Support and assist in coordinating all international relations activities.
  • Identify gaps and coordinate stakeholder interventions.
  • Assist in providing opportunities to build professional networks with international colleagues, organisations, and stakeholders.
  • Assist in developing international partnerships, collaborations, and agreements.
  • Support and assist in the development and implementation of international programmes.
Protocol Management
  • Ensure compliance with applicable government or related protocol requirements.
  • Assist in protocol management.
 
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
  • National Diploma in International Relations, Political Science, or a relevant NQF 6 qualification.
Ideal
  • Bachelor’s degree in international relations, Political Science, or a relevant NQF 7 qualification.
Minimum Experience:
  • 1-year International Relations Experience 
 
Closing Date: 20 August 2025
 
All SACAA appointments are subject to S98 of the Civil Aviation Act, 13 of 2009 and all successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Employment Equity candidates will be prioritised in line with Employment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from the SACAA 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
 
Work Level Student/Graduate
Job Type Contract
Salary Market Related
Duration 1 - 2 Years
EE Position Yes
Location Centurion
 
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INSPECTOR: AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES (CENTURION)
Reference Number SA-372
 
Description
Oversight 
  • Prepare annual schedules for inspections of ATSUs
  • Plan and conduct initial, renewal and surveillance inspections of air traffic service providers
  • Conduct inspections, follow up on findings and propose enforcement when necessary.
  • Regulate airspace activities including NASCOM Secretariat duties.
Approvals
  • Assess service provider documents (e.g. SMS, MOP)
  • Process applicable certification/ approval
  • Assess safety assessments and make recommendations
  • Assist PEL Review Board with assessing Designated Examiner applications
  • Convene ATS Review Board for evaluation of investigation reports and other ATS-related matter
  • Process Flexible Use of Airspace applications and respond to CAMU
Administration
  • Compile monthly reporting
  • Maintain the ATS Document management system and in line with the records management procedures
  • Perform job-related administration duties
  • Handle queries and adhere to SLAs.
  • Collect traffic movements and incidents statistics for trend analysis and records.
Communications and Safety Promotion
  • Participate in safety promotion activities (such as workshops, publications and seminars) and SACAA initiatives.
  • Provide industry feedback to the Manager
  • Publish safety enhancement information
  • Maintain up-to-date aeronautical information
Enforcement 
  • Initiate enforcement action(s) for ATS licensing/certification non-compliances and infringements in line with the Enforcement procedure 
Liaison and Consultation
  • Lead the coordination of all stakeholders in respect of the functioning of NASCOM and provide input to the respective ATS forums.
  • Participate in international and regional meetings and provide feedback to SACAA
  • Act as a champion for ATS in assigned projects or working groups.
General
Perform any other duties for ANS Department as assigned by the Authority from time to time.
Technical Assistance
  • Provide training and other assistance to other Aviation Infrastructure sections and SACAA divisions
  • Provide training to other Inspectors, including from other aviation departments and regional entities
 
Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Grade 12 
  • Air Traffic Control License with Aerodrome and Approach (Procedural & Surveillance) rating, or
  • Air Traffic Control License with Aerodrome and Area (Procedural & Surveillance) rating.
Ideal Qualification:
  • Instructor’s rating, Designated Examiner; Internal Auditing Certificate
 
EXPERIENCE
  • 7 Years Air Traffic Operations experience
  • 2 Years Experience in Aviation Committees and/or working groups regulation development/ input, Internal auditing/oversight, incident investigation and analysis would be an advantage 
 
CLOSING DATE: 14 August 2025
 
All SACAA appointments are subject to S98 of the Civil Aviation Act, 13 of 2009 and all successful candidates will be subjected to security vetting. Employment Equity candidates will be prioritised in line with Employment Equity Plan. If you have not heard from the SACAA 90 days after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
 
Work Level Skilled
Job Type Permanent
Salary Market Related
EE Position Yes
Location Centurion
 
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