Strategy Officer

European Space Agency; Paris; Sur place; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A prominent space organization located in Paris is seeking a Strategy Officer to develop methodologies for implementing its strategy and ensure alignment with ESA's mission. The role involves supporting performance monitoring and liaising across various directorates. Candidates should have a Master's in engineering or science and strong project management skills. Knowledge of the European space sector is essential. This is a full-time position with an initial duration of 4 years, extendable up to 8 years.

Qualifications

• Experience in the European space sector and knowledge of ESA's framework.
• Ability to support strategy coordination and performance monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make timely decisions.

Responsabilités

• Develop methodologies and processes for strategy implementation.
• Liaise and establish coordination across ESA directorates.
• Support strategic analysis and evaluation of ESA's performance.

Connaissances

Project management

Strategic analysis

Risk management

Communication skills

Leadership

Formation

Master's in engineering or science

Description du poste

This is a fixed-term appointment with an initial duration of 4 years. Depending upon performance and organisational needs the appointment may be extended up to a possible maximum duration of 8 years. Any appointment to this position will begin no earlier than 1 January 2026.

Location

ESA Headquarters Paris France

Description

Strategy Officer Strategy Coordination Division Strategy Department Directorate for Strategy Legal and External Affairs.

Duties

Under the direct authority of the Head of the Strategy Coordination Division (SLE-SA) you will :

• be responsible for developing methodologies and processes for implementing the strategy of the organisation in accordance with ESAs Long-Term Plan (LTP) ensuring that decisions and strategies support the organisations mission and objectives;
• support liaising and establishing strategy coordination across ESA directorates;
• support the Head of Strategy Coordination with strategic analysis evaluation and evolution of ESAs legal framework administrative structures programmes and financial planning as part of your strategy coordination responsibilities;
• support monitoring of the Agencys performance and the implementation of ESA Strategy 2040;
• support the preparation of space-related background and strategic policy papers;
• support internal and external reporting and the presentation of results and achievements.

Technical competencies

• Knowledge of the ESA institutional framework structures programmes and policies and of the European and international space sector
• Understanding of the Agencys relationship with other space agencies European institutions and other key partner organisations and institutions
• Proven experience of managing project development
• Knowledge of project risk management processes
• Familiarity with procurement

Behavioural competencies

• Result Orientation
• Operational Efficiency
• Fostering Cooperation
• Relationship Management
• Continuous Improvement

Forward Thinking

For more information please refer to ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook

Education

A masters in engineering or science is required for this post.

Additional requirements

An engineering or scientific background as well as good knowledge of European space strategies and of the space sector is required including broad knowledge of space programmes policy development performance monitoring and strategy implementation processes.

You should also have :

• the ability to coordinate drive performance and foster cooperation within and across teams throughout the organisation;
• demonstrated excellent leadership relationship management and communication skills both oral and written;
• excellent cognitive analytical delegation planning and organisational skills with strong and proven result orientation;
• the ability to anticipate problems solve complex issues and relate situations to their context;
• the ability to reach solution-oriented pragmatic and timely decisions of a high standard and with integrity as well as the ability to support others (team members upper management and other stakeholders) in this process;
• a good understanding of software development practices.

Diversity Equity and Inclusiveness

ESA is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. We therefore welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender sexual orientation ethnicity religious beliefs age disability or other characteristics.

At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us via email at .

Important Information and Disclaimer

In principle recruitment will be within the advertised grade band (A2‑A4). However if the selected candidate has less than four years of relevant professional experience following the completion of the masters degree the position may be filled at A1 level.

During the recruitment process the Agency may request applicants to undergo selection tests. Additionally successful candidates will need to undergo basic screening before appointment which will be conducted by an external background screening service in compliance with the European Space Agencys security procedures.

Note that ESA is in the process of transitioning to a Matrix setup which could lead to organisational changes affecting this position.

The information published on ESAs careers website regarding working conditions is correct at the time of publication. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may not address all questions you would have.

Nationality and Languages

Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States : Austria Belgium Czechia Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Norway Poland Portugal Romania Slovenia Spain Sweden Switzerland the United Kingdom and Canada Latvia Lithuania and Slovakia.

When short‑listing for an interview priority will first be given to internal candidates.

The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required. Knowledge of another Member State language would be an asset.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Marketing,Data Visualization,Tableau,Customer Segmentation,Microsoft Powerpoint,Investment Banking,Strategic Planning,Financial Modeling,Customer relationship management,Management Consulting,Google Suite,Analytics

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1