Aircraft Pilot

Location: Gambella, Ethiopia

Deadline: February 23, 2026

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The pilot will fly and manage his/her aircraft and aerial activities in their respective park/region, reporting to the Aviation Supervisor with technical supervision from the Park Managers. The pilot may be required as and when required to relocate to other parks within the African Parks portfolio as a support structure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safe and Professional operations as pilot of African Parks aircraft
Aircraft Management
Aircraft care
Management of and responsibility for Aviation facilities, hangars and infrastructure
Compliance with applicable legal prescripts and African Parks SOPs
Management of Aircraft, Operations and Aviation-Related Documentation and Reporting
Communication
Logistic support functions
Management of permits, fuel, oil, and parts stocks.
Active Aviation Safety and Risk Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Commercial Pilot’s License (valid and current)
Valid Class I Aviation Medical Certificate
Rated and current on applicable type(s)
CRM & DG current
Pilot Proficiency Check current
NIL accidents in the last 3 years
Minimum 1500 hours PIC total rotor wing aircraft
Minimum 500 hours on turbine rotor wing aircraft
Conservation or bush flying experience
Comfortable working and living in remote and isolated areas

ADDITIONAL/BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

UH-1 series rating and experience beneficial
Valid Instructors rating
Military background/experience in high-risk areas will be beneficial
Mechanical background and experience
Survey/surveillance experience

Required Skills

Automotive Technology,
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle stressful situations calmly

How to Apply

To apply, please email your:

CV and cover letter,
Copies of relevant licenses and certificates, and last three pages of pilot’s logbook
Career hours summary indicating types and hours flown per type
References verifying required flying hours and previous work experience to: ethiopiarecruitment@africanparks.org by the 23rd of February 2026.

Since we do the shortlisting on a rolling basis, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as early as possible. Once we identify suitable candidates, we may proceed with interviews before the closing date. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email. Please ensure that any emailed file names are labeled in the following manner:

Name _ Cover Letter _ Position Name.pdf

Name _ Curriculum Vitae_ Position Name.pdf

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining African Parks and thank you for taking the time to apply

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