EU-Africa Space Policy & Institutional Expert

About the role

NTU International is seeking a senior Non‑Key Expert to support the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme (AESPP Boost). The role will facilitate policy dialogue, institutional cooperation and programme governance between European and African space stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and support policy dialogue between EU and African Union institutions on space matters.
• Assist in the design and implementation of governance structures, steering mechanisms and inter‑institutional processes.
• Provide expert advice on EU space policy and African space governance architecture, including the African Space Agency and regional bodies.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange, innovation initiatives and private‑sector engagement within the partnership.
• Prepare briefing notes, reports and strategic recommendations for senior decision‑makers.

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 working on EU and/or African Union policy frameworks and institutional processes.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of EU space policy and African space governance structures.
• Experience with inter‑institutional dialogue, programme governance and steering mechanisms.
• Strong analytical and report‑writing abilities.

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape a high‑impact EU‑Africa space partnership.
• Collaboration with leading European and African space agencies and institutions.
• Professional development in a dynamic international environment.