Space Market, Innovation & Investment 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 developing space and geospatial markets, fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and facilitating investment readiness across African and European ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct market analysis and produce studies on space and geospatial sectors.
• Design and implement innovation instruments, incubation and acceleration programmes.
• Support commercialisation pathways and prepare organisations for investment.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange and policy dialogue between African and EU stakeholders.
• Identify and engage private‑sector partners and investors.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in economics, business administration, engineering, innovation management or a related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in market analysis, innovation, entrepreneurship, business development or investment advisory in technology sectors.
• At least 4 years of experience specifically in space or geospatial markets.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence the development of sustainable space ecosystems in Africa and Europe.
• Collaboration with leading institutions and private‑sector actors.
• Professional growth in a high‑impact international project.