Aviation Sustainability & Green Transition Strategist

Dubai Careers - A Smart Dubai Initiative; Dubai; Vor Ort; AED 180.000 - 280.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority seeks a senior leader to steer environmental sustainability strategies across Dubai’s aviation sector. The role drives green-transition initiatives, policy alignment with ICAO standards, and long‑term environmental planning to position Dubai as a global sustainability leader in aviation.

The successful candidate will oversee environmental assessments, stakeholder engagement, and reporting for carbon, noise, and sustainability KPIs, with extensive government and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree required; 14+ years experience in aviation environmental sustainability.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• ICAO environmental programs (CORSIA, CAEP) preferred.
• Sustainability or ESG certification is an advantage.
• Experience in government aviation authorities or international aviation organizations preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead the development of aviation environmental sustainability strategies and long‑term green‑transition frameworks for Dubai’s aviation sector.
• Develop and implement environmental policies, standards, and best practices aligned with ICAO, national, and international sustainability requirements.
• Oversee environmental impact assessments, sustainability studies, and sector‑wide environmental performance evaluations.
• Drive initiatives that support carbon reduction, noise mitigation, and sustainable aviation growth.
• Lead joint environmental programs with local and federal authorities to reduce aviation‑related environmental impacts.
• Represent Dubai in international forums, ICAO committees, and global sustainability platforms.
• Support the development of the annual aviation environmental compliance report, including carbon emissions, noise, and sustainability KPIs.
• Provide expert guidance to stakeholders on sustainable aviation practices, green technologies, and environmental innovation.
• Develop and deliver environmental awareness programs, training, and capacity‑building initiatives.
• Support CORSIA‑related reporting and ensure alignment with ICAO environmental frameworks.
• Lead the development of the mandatory environmental policy manual for aircraft operators, drone operators, and airports.
• Conduct advanced environmental research, benchmarking, and scenario analysis to support strategic decision‑making.
• Provide expert input on environmental aspects of airport development, heliports, and drone‑operation infrastructure.
• Ensure environmental procedures and frameworks remain aligned with international best practices.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned, consistent with the operational and regulatory responsibilities of the Aviation Environment Affairs Section.

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Aviation, Environmental Engineering, or related field

Master’s Degree or PhD preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority seeks a senior leader to steer environmental sustainability strategies across Dubai’s aviation sector. The role drives green-transition initiatives, policy alignment with ICAO standards, and long‑term environmental planning to position Dubai as a global sustainability leader in aviation.

The successful candidate will oversee environmental assessments, stakeholder engagement, and reporting for carbon, noise, and sustainability KPIs, with extensive government and