Private Sector Engagement Expert

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, and investment across African and European space ecosystems.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and engage companies, entrepreneurs, and investors in the space, geospatial and technology sectors.
• Conduct market and value‑chain analyses to uncover commercial opportunities.
• Facilitate matchmaking, business support, and access to finance for stakeholders.
• Promote innovation and investment pipelines between Africa and the EU.
• Contribute to policy dialogue and institutional partnerships that enhance private‑sector involvement.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in economics, business administration, engineering, innovation management or a related field (or equivalent professional 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 directly engaging companies, entrepreneurs or investors.
• Strong command of English; working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

Required skills

• Experience in market/value‑chain analysis.
• Business development and matchmaking expertise.
• Knowledge of the space, geospatial or technology sectors, preferably in Africa.