Senior Aviation Quality Assurance Officer

World Food Programme; Roma; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Relocation entitlement

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Job summary

World Food Programme seeks an Aviation Quality Assurance Officer in Rome to support the delivery of aviation quality standards, compliance monitoring, and environmental sustainability across WFP operations. The role collaborates with headquarters, regional and field offices to uphold regulatory alignment and drive continuous improvement.

The position requires a strong background in aviation quality, SARPs, and environmental management, with the ability to analyze data, coordinate audits, and

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in aviation management or related field (or equivalent combination).
• Minimum five years of progressive experience in aviation quality assurance or related fields.
• Knowledge of SARPs, regulatory frameworks, and environmental management within aviation.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Assurance Framework across offices.
• Coordinate audits, inspections, investigations, and compliance reviews with follow-up actions.
• Develop and harmonize aviation policies, procedures, and QA documentation.
• Analyze performance data to identify trends and risks, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support environmental management initiatives and sustainability programs within aviation operations.

Skills

ICAO SARPs knowledge

Aviation safety management

Data analysis & reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Multicultural collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Advanced degree in Aviation Management or related

Alternative degree + aviation certification

Tools

Audit tools

Quality management systems

Job description

World Food Programme seeks an Aviation Quality Assurance Officer in Rome to support the delivery of aviation quality standards, compliance monitoring, and environmental sustainability across WFP operations. The role collaborates with headquarters, regional and field offices to uphold regulatory alignment and drive continuous improvement.

The position requires a strong background in aviation quality, SARPs, and environmental management, with the ability to analyze data, coordinate audits, and