United Nigeria Airlines is a wholly owned Nigerian company incorporated under the Companies and Allied Matters Act of 1990 at the Corporate Affairs Commission to offer commercial air transportation services under the trade name United Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Experienced Flight Dispatcher

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Effective Date: TBA
Reports to: Flight Operation Manager
Department: Flight Operations

Job Summary

• We are seeking a qualified and experienced Flight Dispatcher to join our Flight Operations team.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Prepare and release flight plans in accordance with NCAA, ICAO, and company operational procedures.
• Analyse weather, NOTAMs, aircraft performance, enroute alternate airports, and other critical information for safe flight planning.
• Coordinate closely with the Pilot-in-Command and ensure joint decision-making on flight operations.
• Monitor flight progress and provide enroute assistance when required.
• Manage flight documentation, dispatch logs, and post-flight analysis.
• Ensure adherence to weight and balance limitations, fuel planning, and crew duty time compliance.
• Liaise with ATC, ground handling, fuelling, and maintenance teams as required.

Experience & Qualification

• NCAA Flight Dispatcher License
• Minimum of 2 years’ hands-on experience as a licensed Flight Dispatcher
• Strong understanding of weather interpretation, flight planning systems, and aircraft performance (preferably for B737-800, EMB145, or similar types)
• Working knowledge of NCAA regulations and ICAO standards
• Excellent decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, 24/7 operations environment
• Proficiency in flight planning software and Microsoft Office tools

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.