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Join the European Space Agency (ESA) and play a crucial role in Directorate-level decision-making processes and institutional integrity.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Multiple Locations - Hybrid
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation summary
The European Space Agency (ESA) works with international partnerships and applies the highest standards of conduct to maintain its outstanding reputation. It is committed to diversity and inclusion and provides support for employees with disabilities.
Role Summary
- Provide high-level assistance to a Director or the Director General.
- Act as a key coordinator for Director leadership activities with numerous stakeholders.
- Coordinate the Director's agenda, missions and commitments while maintaining situational awareness of Directorate matters.
- Ensure efficient preparation, coordination and follow-up of high-level management meetings.
Role Requirements
- A vocational qualification (EQF level 5) in a relevant discipline, supplemented by specialized studies.
- At least 10 years of relevant professional experience, especially in supporting senior management at Directorate level.
- Strong knowledge of the Agency's activities and institutional framework.
Application Process Details
- Candidates placed on a Reserve list will be contacted by ESA about relevant opportunities. No further actions are required after being placed on the list.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to provide high-level organisational and management assistance directly to a Director or the Director General, operating at Directorate level. This role is crucial for ensuring that DG/Directorate-level management and decision-making processes are conducted efficiently, in full compliance with Agency rules, procedures, and standards, safeguarding institutional integrity, reputational exposure, and operational continuity.
The role: As a Senior Executive Assistant, you will act as a key enabler of Directorate leadership activities, ensuring structured coordination across internal high-level stakeholders and supporting the Director in interactions with Member States, national institutions, European bodies, international organisations, and industrial partners. Your duties will include coordinating the Director's agenda, commitments, and missions, maintaining situational awareness of Directorate matters, and ensuring the structured preparation, coordination, and follow-up of high-level management meetings.
Job requirements: Candidates should have a vocational qualification (EQF level 5) in a relevant discipline supplemented by specialised studies in a relevant discipline. At least 10 years of post-related relevant professional experience, including experience supporting senior management at Directorate level, is required. A strong knowledge of the Agency's activities and institutional framework is considered essential.
Benefits: ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious beliefs, age, disability, or other characteristics. We also accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace.
Applications details: If you are placed on a Reserve list, ESA will contact you directly about relevant opportunities. No action is required on your part after being placed on the Reserve list.
