Private Sector Engagement Expert (Non-Key)

About the role

NTU International is seeking a Private Sector Engagement Expert to support the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme (AESPP Boost). The role focuses on strengthening private‑sector participation, business development, innovation, investment and commercial opportunities across African and European space ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Design and implement activities that increase private‑sector involvement in the space, geospatial and technology sectors.
• Conduct market and value‑chain analyses to identify business opportunities and investment gaps.
• Provide business support, matchmaking and commercialization assistance to companies, entrepreneurs and investors.
• Facilitate access to finance and promote innovation within the targeted ecosystems.
• Collaborate with EU and African partners to align policy dialogue and institutional partnerships with commercial objectives.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in economics, business administration, engineering, innovation management or a related field (or four additional years of relevant experience).
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in private‑sector development, industrial cooperation, innovation, business development or investment facilitation.
• At least 4 years of experience engaging companies, entrepreneurs or investors, including market analysis, matchmaking and access‑to‑finance activities.
• Experience in the space, geospatial or technology sector, especially in Africa, is highly relevant.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a high‑impact international programme linking Africa and the EU.
• Collaboration with leading public‑private partners in the space sector.