DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION

​​         ​​​ ​​​JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

A Statutory Body and portfolio entity of the

Ministry of Energy, Transport & Telecommunications

invites applications from suitably qualified  and experienced professionals for the  position of :

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DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION 

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JOB SUMMARY

The Director General is the Chief Executive and Accountable Officer of the JCAA, reporting to the Board of Directors and providing strategic leadership for the Authority in the fulfilment of its statutory mandate. The position carries executive responsibility for the prudent management of the Authority, aviation safety and security oversight, regulatory effectiveness, Air Navigation Services, Flight Safety Services, Economic Regulation of Air Transport, organisational performance and Jamaica’s international civil aviation obligations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director General will:

• Provide strategic leadership for the Authority and translate the Board’s mandate and national aviation policy into strategic priorities, plans and measurable outcomes.
• Lead the development, modernisation and enforcement of Jamaica’s civil aviation legislative, regulatory and policy framework, ensuring compliance with the Civil Aviation Act, Civil Aviation Regulations, ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices and Jamaica’s international obligations.
• Provide executive leadership and accountability for the State Safety Programme and State Aviation Security Programme, and oversee Air Navigation Services, Flight Safety Services and the Economic Regulation of Air Transport.
• Advise the Board, responsible Minister and Government of Jamaica on strategic, regulatory, policy and legislative matters affecting civil aviation and support the development of Jamaica’s aviation sector.
• Provide strategic leadership for aviation system resilience, technological transformation, cybersecurity, emerging aviation technologies, environmental sustainability and climate resilience.
• Ensure sound corporate governance, enterprise risk management, internal control, fiduciary stewardship, financial sustainability and compliance with public-sector accountability requirements.
• Lead workforce planning, succession management, talent development and organisational culture initiatives, while maintaining constructive industrial relations and a high-performance, safety-focused environment.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with Government, industry, employees and unions, regional and international aviation partners and other stakeholders, and represent Jamaica and the Authority at national, regional and international forums.
• Provide executive leadership during major aviation emergencies and crises and ensure effective business continuity, emergency preparedness and organisational resilience.
• Drive organisational transformation, innovation, quality management, digital capability and continuous improvement to strengthen the Authority’s institutional effectiveness and readiness for future aviation sector growth.

The ideal candidate should have the following:

• A Master’s Degree or other professional training in Business Administration, Aviation Management, Law, Economics or an equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
• At least ten (10) years’ senior managerial experience, with a demonstrated record of successful management.
• Extensive senior leadership experience within a Civil Aviation Authority, Air Navigation Service Provider or other safety-critical, regulated environment.

KEY TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Comprehensive knowledge of Jamaica’s civil aviation legislative and regulatory framework and the international aviation regulatory environment.
• In-depth knowledge of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices relevant to aviation safety, air navigation services, security oversight and economic regulation.
• Strong understanding of national, regional and international aviation policy, industry trends and Jamaica’s international civil aviation obligations.
• Strong knowledge of public-sector governance, strategic planning, enterprise risk management, organisational performance, public financial management and institutional accountability.
• Working knowledge of labour legislation, industrial relations, human resource governance and workforce management.
• Strong working knowledge of digital technologies, data-informed management and modern systems supporting organisational efficiency and regulatory oversight.

KEY NON-TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Executive judgement, decision-making abilities
• Analytical and risk management capability
• Financial acumen
• Strong strategic and systems thinking capabilities
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Integrity and accountability
• Transformational as well as crisis leadership
• Ability to lead high-performing teams in a safety-critical environment
• High level communication, human relations skills

We invite applicants who satisfy the job requirements to submit electronic applications by
November 22, 2026 via our online portal.

Cover Letters should be addressed to:

CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
JAMAICA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY
4 WINCHESTER ROAD
KINGSTON 10

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

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Publication Date: October 23, 2026