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

About the role

NTU International is seeking a highly qualified Non‑Key Expert to support the “Support to the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme – AESPP Boost”. The expert will facilitate policy dialogue and institutional cooperation between European and African stakeholders in the space sector.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate and coordinate policy dialogue between EU and African Union institutions.
• Support programme governance, steering mechanisms and inter‑institutional processes.
• Promote institutional partnerships and knowledge exchange across the space ecosystem.
• Assist in engaging private sector actors and fostering investment opportunities.
• Provide expert advice on EU space policy and African space governance architecture, including AfSA and AUC/RECs.

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 with 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.
• Understanding of African space governance structures (AfSA, AUC, RECs).
• Experience with inter‑institutional dialogue and programme governance.