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Unique opportunity to influence international space policy at the European Space Agency.
Overview
Salary
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Location
Paris, FR
Expires
Expires at anytime
Organisation Summary
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an international organisation with 22 Member States dedicated to the exploration of space. Located in Paris, it offers a unique opportunity to work on space exploration policy and strategy.
Role Summary
- Take charge of institutional relations between ESA and assigned Member States.
- Act as the primary interface and strategic relationship manager with these Member States, positioning them as strategic partners.
- Coordinate and deliver requests for information, analyses, and policy support.
- Provide strategic guidance aligned with Member State priorities and ESA's objectives.
Role Requirements
- Master's degree in a relevant domain, with a minimum of 4 years experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of ESA's structure, operations, and policies.
- Experience in multilateral decision-making processes.
- Proficiency in drafting high-level correspondence and creating presentations.
- Fluent in English and French; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
Application Process Details
- ESA is an equal opportunity employer, offering a diverse and inclusive working environment.
- Successful candidates will need to undergo a basic security screening before appointment.
- Due to ESA's transition to a Matrix setup, this position may be affected by organizational changes.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is seeking a Policy Officer to join the Director General Support and Relations with Member States Section, within the Director General and Council Support and Relations with Member States Division, located at the ESA Headquarters in Paris, France. This position is a part of the Director General's Cabinet in the Director General's Services.
The role: As a Policy Officer, you will be responsible for the overall orchestration of institutional relations between ESA and your assigned Member States within a structured Member State partnership management framework. Key responsibilities include acting as the primary interface and strategic partner relationship manager for the assigned Member States, ensuring proactive engagement and structured dialogue, and positioning Member States as strategic partners. You will coordinate and deliver timely responses to requests for information, analyses, and policy support, and provide tailored briefings, strategic assessments, and institutional guidance aligned with Member State priorities and ESA's strategic objectives.
Job requirements: The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in a relevant domain along with 4 years of relevant professional experience. Required skills include knowledge of ESA's mandate, activities, programmes, policies, and institutional framework, experience in multilateral decision-making processes, and proficiency in drafting high-level diplomatic correspondence, speeches, presentations, and publication contributions. Proficiency in English and French, the Agency's working languages, is essential, and knowledge of additional Member State languages would be considered an asset.
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. Accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities, and assistance is provided during the recruitment process upon request.
Additional information: Recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2-A4). Successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment, in compliance with ESA's security procedures. Note that ESA is transitioning to a Matrix setup, which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.
