EU-Africa Space Policy & Institutional Expert (Non-Key)

About the role

NTU International is seeking a highly qualified 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 space institutions.
• Assist in the design and implementation of governance mechanisms, steering committees, 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 across 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 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

• 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 influence a strategic EU‑Africa space partnership.
• Collaborative work with senior policymakers and leading space agencies.
• Professional development in a high‑impact international environment.