The VATSIM Middle East & Northern Africa Division is now accepting applications for the position of Operations Director (VATMENA32).
Position Duties: The role of the Divisional Operations Director entails managing and leading the divisional ATC Operations department within VATMENA division on VATSIM network.
Reports Directly To:
- Director - VATSIM Middle East & Northern Africa [VATMENA1]
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Managing and leading the divisional operations department, with a focus on continuously enhancing the division’s operations.
- Overseeing all subdivisional operations departments, ensuring all sector files and/or operational resources are accurate and up to the divisional standard
- Developing high quality sector files for open-sky and FSS positions.
- Aid and guide the subdivisional operational departments when required.
- Review and approve all letters of agreements within the division.
- Serve as the division’s lead facility engineer, managing all transceivers and frequencies to ensure seamless and uninterrupted operations.
- Liaise with the Divisional ATC Training and/or Technical Department for special projects when required.
- Maintaining a visible and active presence within the division’s social platforms.
- Carrying out additional responsibilities as assigned by the Divisional Director.
Minimum Requirements:
To be considered for this position, the candidate must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a minimum rating of Enroute Controller (C1) for at least 6 months.
- Extensive experience with sectorfiles (Euroscope) and AeroNav GNG
- The applicant should be on good standing with VATSIM and VATMENA
- The applicant should have a good understanding of the VATSIM CoR, CoC and other documentation.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, in English.
- The applicant has been a member of VATSIM network for not less than 18 months at the time of application.
- Be capable of committing an average of 5-7 hours per week to the role.
- Able to commit to the position for a minimum term of one year.
Ideal Candidate Should Have:
- Prior experience with QGIS
- Prior experience with VATSys Radar Client
- Strong skills in planning, organization, and coordination.
- In-depth knowledge of airspace structures and geography of the Middle East & North Africa
- Excellent communication, administrative, and collaborative abilities.
- A strong commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering results on time.
- A strive to enhance and improve divisional operations through proactive problem-solving and innovation.
To apply for the position, please provide the following information:
- Name, VATSIM CID, vACC/Division/ARTCC, and Email Address.
- VATSIM CV outlining your past and current experience, including any staff roles, relevant skills, and real-world attributes that may contribute to the position.
- Letter of intent detailing your motivation to become the future Operations Director. Include your plans for the operations department, any innovative ideas or suggestions to enhance the division’s operations, and your vision for the future of the operations department in the division.
Please submit your application, including the above information and documents, to rashid.raikhy@vatsim.me. Applications are open until November 30th, 2025; 2359z. The vacancy will close if a suitable candidate is found prior to the closure date.
Applications either received after the submission date or applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Candidates will also be contacted for an interview during the selection process.