EU-Africa Space Policy & Institutional Expert

About the role

We are seeking a highly qualified Non-Key Expert to support the EU‑Africa Space Partnership Programme (AESPP Boost). The expert will facilitate policy dialogue, institutional cooperation and programme governance between European and African stakeholders in the space sector.

Key responsibilities

• Support policy dialogue and coordination between EU and African Union space actors.
• Advise on programme governance, steering mechanisms and inter‑institutional processes.
• Provide expertise on EU space policy and African space governance architecture, including AfSA, AUC and regional bodies.
• Contribute to knowledge exchange, innovation initiatives and private‑sector engagement within the partnership.
• Assist in drafting policy recommendations, reports and strategic documents.

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.
• Working knowledge of EU space policy and African space governance structures (AfSA, AUC, RECs).
• Excellent command of English; French and/or Portuguese considered an asset.

Required skills