ESA Academy Training Administrator

h3ESA Academy Training Administrator /h3 pJob Requisition ID: 20944 /p pDate Posted: 6 October 2026 /p pClosing Date: 27 October :59 CET/CEST /p pPublication Method: Internal External /p pType of Appointment (learn more): Fixed-Term /p pDirectorate: Resources and Services /p pWorkplace: /p pRedu, BE /p pGrade Band: A2
- A4 /p pThis 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. /p h3Location /h3 pESEC, Redu, Belgium /p h3Description /h3 pYou will work within the ESA Academy Unit of the ESA Education Office in the Human Resources Department. The ESA Academy is ESA’s flagship programme for university students and early-career professionals, combining training, project experience and engagement activities to support career readiness in the space sector. Through its training, projects and engagement activity areas, the ESA Academy provides practical learning opportunities, exposure to space professionals, and hands-on experience complementing academic education. /p pThe training activity area delivers a broad portfolio of onsite, online and hybrid learning opportunities covering technical, scientific and professional subjects relevant to the space sector. These activities are developed and delivered in cooperation with ESA experts, industry, academia and other partners, and are increasingly complemented by digital learning resources and e-learning solutions. /p pIn this role, you will be responsible for the management, coordination and continuous development of the ESA Academy training programme. /p h3Duties /h3 ul liManage the planning, coordination, implementation and continuous improvement of ESA Academy Training activities /li liManage the end-to-end preparation, delivery and follow-up of training sessions /li liOversee the development and evolution of the training portfolio /li liCoordinate development and quality assurance of training content /li liManage trainers, lecturers and subject matter experts /li liManage digital learning resources and e-learning activities /li liCoordinate services, contracts, trainees and early-career professionals /li liSupport training infrastructure and learning platforms /li liMaintain relations with universities, research organisations and industry /li liContribute to outreach and communication /li liMonitor programme performance and prepare reports /li liSupport budget preparation and procurement activities /li liSupport other ESA Education Office activities as required /li /ul h3Technical competencies /h3 ul liExperience in training and educational activities /li liKnowledge of e-learning and blended learning /li liProgramme and contract management /li liStakeholder management /li liLearning management systems and digital learning environments /li liProgramme monitoring and reporting /li liPresentation and report-writing skills /li /ul h3Behavioural competencies /h3 ul liResult Orientation /li liOperational Efficiency /li liFostering Cooperation /li liRelationship Management /li liContinuous Improvement /li liForward Thinking /li /ul pFor more information, please refer to the ESA Core Behavioural Competencies guidebook /p h3Education And Professional Experience /h3 pA master’s degree in a relevant domain is required for this post together with eight years of relevant professional experience. Alternatively, candidates with a bachelor’s degree and an additional four years of relevant professional experience may be considered. /p h3Additional Requirements /h3 ul liYou should have practical experience in managing training, educational or professional development programmes in an international environment. Experience with digital learning solutions, online training delivery and the coordination of training activities involving multiple stakeholders would be an asset. /li liYou should be familiar with modern learning technologies and digital learning environments. Experience with learning management systems, data analysis and reporting tools, including Power BI, would be an asset. /li liYou should be able to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously, manage interfaces with experts, service providers and partner organisations, and ensure high-quality service delivery. /li liFamiliarity with procurement activities, contract follow-up, and the European higher-education environment would be considered assets. Knowledge of the space sector would be advantageous. /li /ul h3Diversity, Equity and Inclusiveness /h3 pESA 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. /p pAt the Agency we value diversity, and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we s