Pilot Careers. AMREF Flying Doctors

Airline Jobs 2013 Pilot Ref. No: AFD/003/2013 AMREF Flying Doctors is a not for profit company, wholly owned by AMREF, the largest indigenous health development n governmental organization based in Afri Working with and through African communities, health systems and governments, AMREF aims to close the that prevents people from accessing th basic right to health. Based in Nairobi, AMREF Flying Doctors provides Air Ambulance services locally, regionally and internationally. With up to 800 evacuations per year an international accreditation by EURAMI, Flying Doctors has become the leading Ambulance provider in the region, opera at the highest professional level. The income generated supports AMREF’ work, in particularly the Outreach Progr and Charity Evacuations. We are seeking to fill the following posit AMREF Flying Doctors. The position is based in Nairobi and rep the Chief Pilot Key Duties and Responsibilities Flying AMREF missions which include out flights, medical evacuations and other emergency flights with the highest of sa standards; Ensuring that AMREF operates and com with all laws, rules and regulations of all authorities of each country in which it operates; Perform functional checks or maintenanc flights when required and perform other duties as may be required. Assist in matters related to flight operat including flight missions in the areas of operation. Qualifications competencies: The ideal candidate will be a holder of K Grade C+ or equivalent, a valid Kenya Commercial Pilots License (CPL) with a m engine instrument rating. S/he must have a minimum of 3000 hou 2000 hours of which must be in comman with 200 hours in command in Cessna 2 Due to the multi-tasking policy of the organization, experience in technical rec will be of benefit. The person should po a good understanding of Kenya Civil Avi Regulations (KCARS) and be familiar wit trend and monitoring systems both withi maintenance and within operations. The candidate should have experience i African bush flying and understanding o airstrips. IT knowledge, excellent writte oral communication skills, good interpers skills and attention to detail are mandat The ideal candidate must be a team pla dependable, demonstrate problem solvin decision making skills and have a positiv attitude. S/he should be a professional good work ethics and integrity and the to work with minimal supervision. If you are looking for growth and new challenges and have a passion for impro the health of disadvantaged communitie Africa, you are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates to quote referenc number in the subject matter and send and application letter which should inclu remuneration requirements and contact of three work-related referees, to Human Resources Administration Office AMREF Flying Doctors by email to vacancies@flydoc.org Closing dates for applications is Wednes 28th August 2013. We regret that only short-listed candida will be contacted. AMREF Flying Doctors is an equal oppor employer and has a non-smoking enviro policy. P.O Box 18617- 00500 Nairobi, Tel +254 (0) 20 699 2000 Fax +254 (0) 20 344 170 For more information, visit AMREF’s we