EU-Africa Space Policy & Institutional Expert

About the role

NTU International is seeking a highly qualified expert to support the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme (AESPP Boost). The role focuses on strengthening policy dialogue, institutional cooperation and programme governance between European and African space stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate policy dialogue and institutional cooperation between EU and African Union space entities.
• Support programme governance, steering mechanisms and coordination of stakeholders.
• Provide expert advice on EU space policy and African space governance architecture, including the African Space Agency and regional bodies.
• Contribute to knowledge exchange, innovation promotion and private‑sector engagement within the partnership.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in international relations, public policy, law, political science, space policy or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in international cooperation, public policy or institutional advisory work.
• At least 4 years of experience working on EU and/or African Union policy frameworks and institutional processes.
• Strong knowledge of EU space policy and African space governance structures.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills