EPD SpaceGen Academy – Team Leader

SGAC is looking for an interested and passionate volunteer to work as Co-Lead of the SpaceGen Academy (SGA). The SGA is an upcoming online resource that will support SGAC members during their onboarding and training as they take on various roles within the organization, as well as future developments in space technology-focused courses. The selected individual will be responsible for ensuring the timely and appropriate launch of the platform, as well as its continued development and maintenance.  The SpaceGen Academy is a key initiative of the Education and Professional Development (EPD) Platform at SGAC. Therefore, the person in this position will work with and report to the EPD Team Co-Coordinators Faith Tng and Marcos Eduardo Rojas Ramirez.

About SGAC’s Education & Professional Development (EPD) Platform:

The EPD Platform is the central coordination arm that organizes, provides, and supports education and professional development activities across SGAC. It aims to serve as a gateway for those interested in starting a career in the space industry, providing various opportunities to gain technical knowledge, receive mentorship, and gain hands-on experience on technical projects. With an unwavering commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, it is an open platform available to the global SGAC Community, providing a wide range of resources and opportunities designed to meet the needs of individuals at different stages of their careers and across all of our regions.

Goals & Objectives

• Collaborate with the other SGAC Pillars and industry partners to offer high-quality education, S.T.E.A.M. outreach, and professional development opportunities.
• Build awareness of educational and professional development activities within and outside of SGAC and improve accessibility to space education.
• Support efforts to translate projects (e.g., hackathons, papers) and launch new EPD initiatives.

Responsibilities

In summary, the duties that come along with this position include but are not limited to:

• Platform Launch and Development:

  • Oversee the timely launch of the SpaceGen Academy platform, ensuring all features are functional and aligned with initial objectives.

  • Collaborate with the EPD Team Co-Coordinators to develop a comprehensive roadmap for the platform’s continual enhancement

• Content Management:
  • Curate and develop educational content relevant to the onboarding and training needs of SGAC members.
  • Ensure that the content provided on the platform is accurate, up-to-date, and of good quality.
• Coordination and Collaboration:
  • Work closely with the EPD Team Co-Coordinators to align the SGAC’s objectives with the broader goals of the Education and Professional Development Platform.
  • Collaborate with various SGAC teams and external partners to integrate diverse perspectives and resources into the SGA platform.
• Monitoring and Evaluation:
  • Establish metrics and methods for assessing the effectiveness of the SpaceGen Academy platform.
  • Regularly evaluate the platform’s performance and gather feedback to make necessary improvements.
• Project Management:
  • Oversee the overall project management of the SpaceGen Academy, ensuring deadlines are met, resources are utilized efficiently, and goals are achieved.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain detailed documentation regarding platform development, updates, user statistics, and feedback.
  • Prepare regular reports for the EPD Team Co-Coordinators to provide updates on the progress and performance of the SpaceGen Academy.

Estimated time commitment: On average, 4 Hours per week.

The position will have a probationary period of 3 months.

Necessary Qualifications

• To be considered for this position, applicants shall possess the following qualifications:
• Be a registered SGAC member (Individuals can register for free on the SGAC Website)
• Be a citizen of a United Nations Member State
• Be between 18 and 35 years old during the appointment
• Serious interest in space-related activities, education, and professional development.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft clear, concise, and compelling content for various channels and audiences.
• Proficiency in storytelling and message framing to convey complex concepts to diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
• Creative thinking and innovative approach to communication strategies and problem-solving.

Ideal Qualifications

• Prior involvement in educational content creation, curriculum development, or training program design.
• Proficiency in utilising online learning management systems or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of website development, content management systems, and digital content creation tools.

Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to help shape the Education and Professional Development Pillar of SGAC, enhancing our capacity to deliver high-quality, globally inclusive educational programs that empower our members and expand their professional horizons.

• Join a great team of fast-moving, impact-focused young experts across all disciplines of the international space community.
• Build technical skills and soft skills in a multicultural and professional environment.
• Work with the next generation of international space sector leaders in the world’s largest youth space network.
• Access relevant space policy materials, documents, magazines, etc.
• Potentially be nominated for SGAC leadership awards.
• Be invited to attend the United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer

Space meetings and other conferences as part of the official SGAC delegation.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete our Vacancy Application Form by May 16th, 2025, with the following documents as attachments:

• A Letter of Intent (maximum 1 page)
• Your CV (maximum 2 pages)
• List of three past experiences and how they have prepared you for this role (maximum 1 page)

Only complete applications will be considered.

• Depending on the quality and number of applications received, the selection committee may choose to hold interviews within the month after the deadline. Regardless, all applicants shall receive an update on their application at least a month after the deadline.