Aviation Project Manager

Equal opportunity and Data Use: All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration. Your CV and personal data will be used solely for recruitment purposes for this role and closely related roles, processed under legitimate interest, stored securely, and not shared outside the recruitment process (including GDPR where applicable).Role SnapshotLocation: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (with regional and international travel as required)Work time: Standard weekday schedule; flexibility for partner meetings or eventsEmployment type: Full-timeReporting line: President / Project Steering CommitteeTeam scope: Leads cross-functional workstreams and coordinates with internal HR, training, and operations functionsEligibility: Fluent in Vietnamese and English; available for frequent travel within AsiaCompany ProfileOur client is developing Vietnam’s next-generation aviation training and talent ecosystem, a national initiative aimed at aligning workforce skills with global airport standards. The organization partners locally and internationally to design and deliver aviation training. This role presents a unique opportunity to shape the future of Vietnam’s aviation operations and foster professional growth.Role Purpose & Success OutcomesTo lead the design, establishment, and operational readiness of a new aviation training and development platform that meets international benchmarks and ensures sustainable workforce capability for the aviation sector.Success looks like:Launched comprehensive training programs for airport operations that meet IATA/ICAO standards.Active partnerships with leading global aviation institutions have been formalized and are delivering measurable results.The Aviation Academy is fully established, accredited, and ready for operations.Develop sustainable workforce pipelines that align with long-term aviation growth and safety standards.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, implement, and continuously improve training programs for airport personnel across operational divisions.Benchmark all curricula against global best practices (IATA, ICAO, Changi, Incheon, Dubai).Lead partner engagement and agreements with international aviation training and academic institutions.Co-develop workforce and recruitment strategies to ensure a strong connection between training results and operational needs.Manage the creation and operational setup of a dedicated Aviation Academy, including program portfolio, governance, and accreditation.Manage cross-functional project timelines, resources, and reporting to senior leadership.Identify risks, recommend mitigations, and ensure timely achievement of all project milestones.Drive strategic communications, presentations, and stakeholder updates for internal and external partners.Requirements & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business, Human Resources, or related fields (Master’s preferred).Minimum 15 years of professional experience in aviation operations, training, or management.Proven track record in developing or managing large-scale aviation or airport training programs.Deep understanding of workforce development, competency frameworks, and regulatory standards (IATA, ICAO).Demonstrated success in leading multi-stakeholder, cross-functional projects.Strong experience managing institutional or international partnerships.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills across government, corporate, and international contexts.High adaptability, initiative, and resilience in dynamic project environments.Working Style & CultureStrategic and operational mindset able to move between planning and execution seamlessly.Comfortable collaborating across multicultural teams and senior stakeholders.Driven by impact, quality, and long-term capacity building in the aviation ecosystem.Values professionalism, precision, and cross-sector collaboration.