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 and entrepreneurship, and enhancing 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 private‑sector engagement between Africa and the EU.
• Provide advisory services on investment readiness and access to finance.

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.
• Familiarity with African space markets and investment ecosystems is a plus.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence a high‑impact international partnership programme.
• Collaboration with leading institutions in Europe and Africa.
• Professional development in the fast‑growing space sector.