Job Title: First Officer
Reports to: Pilot in command, Chief Pilot (Administratively)
Department: Flight Operations
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Role Purpose Statement:
Under the general direction and guidance of the Chief Pilot, the First Officer is responsible for conducting flights in compliance with KCARS and Jambojet standards, focusing on specific aircraft type procedures, limitations, and performance. This role includes ensuring the safety and security of crew members, passengers, and cargo from pre-flight to post-flight, while contributing to an exceptional passenger experience and maintaining operational efficiency.
Accountability
1. Conduct operations while adhering to KCARS and Jambojet standards, including procedures, limitations and performance relating to the
specific aircraft Type, as are allocated to him by the PIC. He/she shall assist the PIC in the responsibility of the operation, safety and security
of the aircraft from the moment the aircraft is ready to move for the purpose of taking off until it finally comes to rest at the end of the flight
and the engines (s) used as primary propulsion units are shut down.
2. He/she shall be responsible to the PIC by assisting in for the safety of all crew members, passengers and cargo on board when the doors are
closed.
Authority
1. To make decisions on risk tolerability when risks are acceptable.
Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities:
1. Ensure crew, passenger, and cargo safety by strictly adhering to safety, security, and
emergency standards.
2. Assist in planning, executing, and supervising company flights compliant with legal and
company policies for safe, efficient operations.
3. Adhere to and enforce operational procedures and checklists as per the Company Operations
Manual.
4. Oversee aircraft and equipment serviceability, including supervising maintenance activities
when away from base.
5. Regularly assess weather forecasts and operational minima to ensure safe flight conditions.
6. Respond effectively to emergency situations, making critical safety decisions.
7. Confirm safe aircraft navigation and continuous monitoring of geographical position and
terrain clearance.
8. Support and assist the captain in leading and directing the operating crew, maintaining
discipline and performance.
9. Manage passenger safety by overseeing briefing on emergency procedures and safety
equipment.
10. Manage flight documentation and aircraft library, ensuring accuracy and completeness before
and after flights, and maintain journey logbooks and operational records.
11. Maintain effective communication within the flight operations team and with other
departments, and provide comprehensive flight reports.
12. Continuously seek and engage in skill and knowledge enhancement relevant to the First
Officer’s role.
Know-How:
a) Technical Knowledge: Expertise in flight operations, aircraft systems, and international air
legislation.
b) Management Skills: Proficient in supervising flight operations and managing safety and
compliance.
c) Human Relations Skills: Effective communication and collaboration with crew members and
ground staff.
d) Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with emergency procedures, aircraft documentation, and
regulatory standards.
Problem-Solving:
a) Thinking Environment: Dynamic and often high-pressure, requiring quick adaptation to
changing flight conditions.
b) Thinking Challenge: Balancing stringent safety procedures with operational efficiency and
customer service.
Accountability:
a) Freedom to Act: Operates under the supervision of the PIC and within the framework of
aviation regulations and company policies.
b) Magnitude: Direct impact on flight safety, operational success, and passenger satisfaction.
c) Impact of Decisions: Decisions and actions significantly affect the safety and efficiency of flight
operations.
Minimum Qualifications:
a) Education: Minimum educational qualification of mean grade C or equivalent; higher
qualifications are an added advantage.
b) License: Kenyan CPL with Multi IR (Instrument rating), ATPL will be an added advantage
c) Experience: A minimum of 500 hours. Accident/incident-free record preferred.
