Private Sector Engagement Expert
Key Skills
Job Description
Non-Key Expert – Private Sector Engagement NTU International is preparing a proposal for the project “Support to the Africa-EU Space Partnership Programme – AESPP Boost.” The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between Africa and the European Union in the space sector, supporting policy dialogue, institutional partnerships, knowledge exchange, innovation, private sector engagement and investment, while contributing to stronger and more sustainable African space ecosystems. In this context, we are seeking a highly qualified Non-Key Expert – Private Sector Engagement Expert to support activities aimed at strengthening private sector participation, business development, innovation, investment and commercial opportunities within the African and European space ecosystems. Minimum Qualifications and Skills University degree at Master’s level in economics, business administration, engineering, innovation management, or a related field. In the absence of such degree, four additional years of relevant professional experience. Excellent command of English. Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset. Minimum General Professional Experience Minimum 8 years of professional experience in private sector development, industrial cooperation, innovation, business development and/or investment facilitation. Minimum Specific Professional Experience At least 4 years of professional experience engaging companies, entrepreneurs and/or investors, including market/value-chain analysis, business support, matchmaking, commercialisation and/or access to finance. Experience in the space, geospatial or technology sector and in Africa is highly relevant.. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply and upload your CV via LinkedIn or send to [email protected]. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted due to the large amount of applicants
Core Responsibilities
The expert will support activities to strengthen private sector participation and business development within the African and European space ecosystems. This includes facilitating investment, innovation, and commercial opportunities to build sustainable space ecosystems.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree in economics, business, engineering, or innovation management, with at least 8 years of professional experience in private sector development. Candidates must have at least 4 years of specific experience in engaging investors and entrepreneurs, preferably within the space or technology sectors in Africa.
About NTU International A/S
Industry: International Affairs
Company size: 201-500 employees
Since 2007, we have delivered sustainable development projects and provided advisory services within engineering, policy, economics, and social fields. With more than 2.000 implemented long- and short-term projects completed, and more than 20 project offices around the world, we have established ourselves as a leading consulting company. Through our development projects, we have developed a true interdisciplinary approach, and our services cover several core sectors, through which individual projects are consistently tackled in transparent and innovative approaches. We believe that the success of every project lies in adopting a participatory approach to all project processes and ensuring that the outcomes of the projects are the result of a joint effort with national and local institutions and the communities involved. NTU is committed to providing high quality services to clients under the highest standards of corporate ethics and competitive practices, and with total integrity in its transactions. NTU acts at all times for the benefit of clients, and carries out services with professional integrity, while not jeopardising the interests of society. NTU acts with loyalty to its clients, and maintains the confidentiality of any information from the client that is obtained in the process of performing its services. NTU also keeps confidential the documents and reports prepared for a client. NTU always avoids conflicts of interest, and informs a client beforehand of any potential conflict of interest that could emerge during the execution of consulting services. NTU does not accept any remuneration that could encourage the firm to offer a biased opinion. NTU avoids any political contributions. NTU Quality & Business Integrity Management: https://ntu.eu/who-we-are/quality-and-business-integrity-management NTU International is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified Company NTU International is rated AAA by Bisnode