Space Applications Expert, Earth Observation & Copernicus

NTU International A/S; Berlin; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NTU International seeks a Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Earth Observation & Copernicus to support the development, deployment and uptake of EO services and applications in Africa. The role focuses on Copernicus data and products to address climate and environmental priorities with strong collaboration with African institutions.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in geomatics or related fields, excellent English, and at least 8 years in EO, geospatial or climate services.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in geomatics, remote sensing, environmental science, meteorology, engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset.

Responsabilités

• Support development, deployment and uptake of Earth Observation services and applications.
• Leverage Copernicus data and products to address development, climate and environmental priorities in Africa.

Connaissances

Earth Observation

Geospatial analysis

Remote sensing

Climate/environmental services

Copernicus data usage

English proficiency

Formation

Master’s degree in geomatics / remote sensing / environmental science / meteorology / engineering

Description du poste

Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Earth Observation & Copernicus

NTU International is preparing a proposal for the project “Support to the Africa-EU Space Partnership Programme – AESPP Boost.”

The programme aims to strengthen cooperation between Africa and the European Union in the space sector, supporting policy dialogue, institutional partnerships, knowledge exchange, innovation, private sector engagement and investment, while contributing to stronger and more sustainable African space ecosystems.

In this context, we are seeking a highly qualified Non-Key Expert – Space Applications Expert, Earth Observation & Copernicus to support the development, deployment and uptake of Earth Observation (EO) services and applications, including solutions based on Copernicus data and products, addressing key development, climate and environmental priorities in Africa.

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

• University degree at Master’s level in geomatics, remote sensing, environmental science, meteorology, engineering, or a related field.
• Excellent command of English.
• Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese will be considered an asset.

Minimum General Professional Experience

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in Earth Observation, geospatial services, remote sensing and/or climate/environmental services.

Minimum Specific Professional Experience

• At least 4 years of professional experience designing or delivering Earth Observation services and applications, preferably using Copernicus data and products, in areas such as early warning, climate, environment, agriculture, water or biodiversity.
• Experience with African institutions and user uptake is an asset.