Private Sector Engagement Expert

About the role

The Private Sector Engagement Expert will support the Africa‑EU Space Partnership Programme by strengthening private sector participation, business development, innovation, investment and commercial opportunities across African and European space ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Facilitate private sector engagement and business development within the space, geospatial and technology sectors.
• Conduct market and value‑chain analyses to identify opportunities for innovation and investment.
• Provide matchmaking services between companies, entrepreneurs and investors.
• Support commercialization activities and access to finance for space‑related projects.
• Contribute to policy dialogue, institutional partnerships and knowledge exchange between Africa and the EU.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in economics, business administration, engineering, innovation management or a related field (or equivalent 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, particularly in Africa, is highly relevant.
• Excellent command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills