Job Description:
The Sustainability Programs department at IATA works closely with airlines, regulators, and civil society to develop and implement policies, standards, and programs supporting the sustainable development of air transport and mitigating its environmental impact.
We are seeking a professional to manage the successful development, implementation, and management of the SAF Registry system. This integral system will enable the reporting and claiming of SAF environmental attributes while capturing lifecycle emissions reduction from SAF investment and use. The ultimate goal is to achieve net zero by 2050.
The selected candidate will oversee the operation and management of the SAF integrity system, maintain relationships with all stakeholders, and be responsible for system enhancements and improvements to the user experience. Collaboration with SAF subject matter experts and consultants during the execution phase is essential. The role involves coordinating and assigning specific deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met, and participating in project-related tasks leading to a successful implementation.
The position requires driving the development of recommended practices in relation to SAF accounting, SAF system requirements, and claiming of SAF, promoting industry best practices and commonly agreed SAF principles. Close coordination with the IATA policy team is necessary to ensure industry SAF positions are fully reflected in SAF system processes.
Responsibilities:
* Manage all project-related activities during the SAF system execution phase and implementation.
* Conceptualize and help develop system processes and functionalities, working closely with the IT development team, SMEs, SAF consultant, and policy team to ensure stakeholder requirements are met.
* Maintain stakeholder relations during and after system implementation and ensure requirements of fuel suppliers, airlines, state authorities, freight forwarders, shippers, corporates, and other relevant parties are reflected in system processes and functionalities.
* Manage and operate the SAF system after full implementation, propose and initiate system enhancements to meet stakeholder expectations.
* Promote the SAF system to airlines, SAF suppliers, states, and regulators such as ICAO and the European Commission.
* Drive uptake and engage in SAF system capacity building to achieve the highest level of participation by system stakeholders.
Requirements:
* 4-5 years of experience and a university degree in a discipline supporting contribution to the team.
* Background and experience in SAF-related positions, SAF accounting, or development of SAF registries (or SAF Book & Claim).
* Experience in the aviation industry with a good understanding of sustainability matters.
* Understanding of key existing legislation related to SAF and CORSIA / EU ETS.
* Outstanding project management skills with the ability to work under pressure on multiple matters with tight deadlines and changing priorities.
* Strong communication and instructional skills in English.
* You enjoy working across different cultures, with a flexible and collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills.
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