Operations Intern

AMREF Flying Doctors is a leading aero-medical and health solutions provider, operating within a 24-hour work environment to deliver critical services.

The Operations Intern will support the efficient coordination of flights, ensuring adherence to safety standards and aviation regulations as per Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations and company policy. This role involves flight planning, communication with aircraft commanders, monitoring flight operations, and providing essential administrative assistance to the Operations Department.

1. Assist the flight operations team in coordinating and executing daily flight activities, ensuring alignment with client expectations and aviation requirements.
2. Contribute to flight planning and dispatch processes, following company Standard Operating Procedures under supervision.
3. Ensure timely completion and submission of flight plans for active flights.
4. Facilitate the clearance process by delivering manifests to immigration offices.
5. Maintain comprehensive records, including flight and event logs, aircrew flying records, and flight operations records for inbound and outbound flights.
6. Establish and manage air-to-ground and point-to-point radio communication with aircraft commanders.
7. Assist with data entry of all relevant flight information into the company database system and post-flight filing of flight operations documents for monitoring.
8. Offer administrative assistance to the Operations Department, including tasks like organizing and replenishing stationery supplies.
9. Attend to additional work-related assignments delegated by the Operations Manager and duty officer.

1. Diploma in Flight Operations/Dispatch.
2. Knowledge in radio communication.
3. Proficiency in computer studies, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet usage.
4. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Strong ability to learn new tasks and processes.
7. Effective time management skills.
8. Dependable, flexible, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
9. Self-motivated and confident.
10. Detail-oriented approach to tasks.