Operations Development Co-ordinator - Ashford / Cairns

OverviewMission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is a dynamic Christian aviation organisation, using light aircraft to deliver help and hope in Jesus’ name in over thirty developing countries. For more than 75 years, MAF has been transporting patients, relief workers, produce and medical supplies to the world’s remotest regions and places of deepest human needs- places where flying is not a luxury but a lifeline.Are you passionate about aviation and driven to optimise operational efficiency?MAF International is seeking an Operations Development Co-coordinator to join our Flight Operations Department. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in enhancing the capacity and capabilities of both flight and ground operations team across MAFI.Location is flexibleSalary : £33,000 - £35,000 dependent on experienceResponsibilitiesChange Management Support:

• Assist in implementing new or revised standards, processes, and procedures.
• Facilitate the integration of new software solutions, including the introduction of the EFB (Electronic Flight Bag).
• Spearhead digitalization efforts within flight and ground operations.
• Identify and drive efficiency improvements.
• Advocate for continuous improvement, agile teamwork, and effective project management within flight and ground operations.

Ground Operations Standards Maintenance:

• Act as the manual author for the ground operations manual.
• Develop, recommend, review, and amend technical standards for ground operations.
• Administer relevant subscriptions (Jeppesen, Garmin, V2track).
• Assist programs in procuring necessary equipment.
• Serve as the subject matter expert and central point of contact for coordinating MAFI's automated flight following capacity.

Ground Operations Training Oversight:

• Manage the development of ground operations training courses and act as the course owner.
• Define priorities for course development.
• Collaborate with operations managers to assess staff training needs.
• Support operations managers in delivering training to program operations teams.
• Monitor the uptake and effectiveness of ground operations training.
• Serve as the primary contact for any Ops Support training inquiries, issues, and administration.

There is an occupational requirement for the job holder of this position to be a committed Christian. The post holder will be expected to lead and take part in prayer and biblical reflection and to be a role model for the organisation in accordance with our Christian beliefs and standards in the work place.Qualifications, Skills & ExperienceEssentialExcellent spoken and written English skills
Secondary school education
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
Aptitude in verbal and numerical reasoningExperience working cross-culturally
Experience in aircraft operations
Change management
Working knowledge of aviation industry ground operations and practicesDesirableFormal training in aircraft operations
A relevant training qualification
A pilot licence
Affinity with digital processes and solutions
Instructor/teacher qualification for adult educationManagement experience
Working experience with EFB compliance
5 phase acceptance processes
Creating eLearning courses
Held a responsible role in an AOC