Space Market, Innovation & Investment Expert

About the role

NTU International is seeking a senior‑level expert to support the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme (AESPP Boost). The role focuses on developing space and geospatial markets, fostering innovation, and enhancing investment readiness across African and European ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct market analyses and feasibility studies for space and geospatial sectors.
• Design and implement innovation instruments, incubation and acceleration programmes.
• Support commercialisation pathways and investment readiness assessments for space‑related ventures.
• Facilitate knowledge exchange and partnership building between African and EU stakeholders.
• Provide advisory services on accessing finance and private‑sector investment.

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, including market studies, innovation tools, incubation, acceleration, or investment readiness.
• 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