EU-Africa Space Policy & Institutional Expert

About the role

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

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage policy dialogue between EU and African Union institutions.
• Support the design and implementation of governance structures, steering mechanisms and programme oversight.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange, innovation initiatives and private‑sector engagement across the space sector.
• Provide strategic advice on EU space policy and African space governance frameworks, including the African Space Agency and regional bodies.
• Prepare briefing notes, reports and recommendations for senior decision‑makers.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in international relations, public policy, law, political science, space policy or a related discipline.
• 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.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills