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Shape the future of space exploration with ESA as a Sustainability Lead.
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Paris, FR
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Join the European Space Agency (ESA), a leading organisation in space exploration, in a pivotal role as the Sustainability Lead, based at the ESA Headquarters in Paris, France.
Role Summary
- Report directly to the Head of the Strategic Sustainability Office.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of ESA's Sustainability Strategy, aligning with the Agency's Strategy 2040 and CSR principles.
- Manage the ESA Green Agenda programme and collaborate with the Strategy Department to achieve environmental objectives.
Role Requirements
- A master's degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or related field.
- Professional experience in space sustainability, strategy, and project management.
- A strong understanding of ESA and European industrial space sector, alongside proficiency in project and programme management, space engineering, and systems orientation.
- Knowledge of life cycle thinking approaches and ecodesign/life cycle assessment techniques.
Application Process Details
- ESA offers a fixed-term appointment for 4 years, extendable up to 8 years based on performance.
- ESA promotes diversity and inclusion and offers accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
- For more details on the role and to apply, visit ESA's career page.
- All eligible candidates, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Sustainability Lead to join our Strategic Sustainability Office within the Strategy Department, under the Directorate of Strategy, Legal and External Affairs. This position is based at ESA Headquarters in Paris, France.
The role: As the Sustainability Lead, you will report directly to the Head of the Strategic Sustainability Office. Your primary responsibilities will include proposing, developing, and monitoring the implementation of the ESA Sustainability Strategy. This strategy aligns with ESA's corporate social responsibility (CSR) principles and the Agency's Strategy 2040. You will support the Head of the Office in managing the ESA Green Agenda programme and coordinate with relevant services within the Strategy Department to meet our environmental objectives.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in environmental engineering, environmental science, or a related field. Proven experience in space sustainability, strategy, and project management is essential. You should possess excellent knowledge of ESA and the European industrial space sector, including ESA Boards and their responsibilities. Skills in project and programme management, space engineering, and systems orientation are crucial. Additionally, familiarity with life cycle thinking approaches and ecodesign/life cycle assessment techniques is required.
Benefits: ESA offers a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years, which may be extended up to a total of 8 years based on performance and organisational needs. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
For more information on the role and to apply, please visit ESA's career page. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics.
