SGAC is seeking four enthusiastic volunteers to join our Human Resource Team! These positions will support the Human Resource Team in coordinating the recruitment of new SGAC members from their pre-selection to their onboarding within the SGAC team. These positions offer challenging, rewarding, and professional skill-building experiences, and the opportunity to help us shape recruitment and professional development activities for the organization. Volunteers with web editing or HR experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deadline for applications: Extended September 30, 2023

We are looking for applicants for the following functions:

Recruitment, Onboarding and Web Liaison Team Members

Recruitment Team (2 positions)

Responsibilities

The HR Team Member’s (Recruitment) duties are to assist the HR Coordinator with the following:

  • Coordinating with the PR & Communication Team for the promotion of the vacancy notices
  • Reception and processing of vacancy applications
  • Organization of interview sessions with pre-selected candidates
  • Onboarding of successful candidates with the support of the Executive Secretaries and the Onboarding Leads
  • Working with the Membership Team as the case arises in relating with social media platforms
  • Skilled in graphics and writing for newsletters, organizing webinars and other creative activities
  • Build Team activities, team build-up, increase Team engagement
  • Other duties may be assigned as necessary, including supporting professional development activities and team member feedback surveys

This is an appointed volunteer position. The appointment will be for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for additional 2 consecutive years. This is a very high paced role and really rewarding.

Estimated time commitment: On average 9-10 hours per week

Onboarding Team (1 position)

Responsibilities

The HR Team Member’s (Onboarding) duties are to assist the HR Coordinator with the following:

  • Onboarding of successful candidates with the support of the Executive Secretaries and the Onboarding Leads
  • Offboarding of Team members after their due dates.
  • Updating the active members volunteer database
  • Developing and keeping detailed statistics of the recruitments
  • Other duties may be assigned as necessary, including supporting professional development activities and team member feedback surveys

This is an appointed volunteer position. The appointment will be for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for additional 2 consecutive years. This is a very high paced role and really rewarding.

Estimated time commitment: On average 4-5 hours per week

HR Web Liaison Officer (1 position)

Responsibilities

  • Support the HR Team in responding and addressing requests regarding Web&Data issues in a timely manner, accepting tasks and following up on requests
  • Uploading and closing new vacancies on the website.
  • Assist the HR Coordinators in editing any information going on the website.
  • Work closely and communicate with relevant SGAC Web&Data Team and also the HR Coordinators.
  • Suggest initiatives and strategies to improve the HR’s Web&Data practices 
  • Work with the Leads to ensure that SGAC maintains compliance with relevant data protection and privacy policies and legislations
  • Report monthly to the HR Coordinator on your activities 

Estimated time commitment: 3/5 hours a week

These are voluntary roles.

Necessary Qualifications

  • SGAC membership: registration on the SGAC website and below 34 years of age
  • Interest in the space sector
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround international environment and meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work
  • Good English skills with a keen eye for details
  • Good teamwork skills and a high degree of self-organization
  • Cross-cultural communication awareness: ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with people from various international and cultural backgrounds
  • Quick email response time
  • Familiarity with the SGAC mission, its objectives and structure
  • Experience with Website Management on WordPress is a plus
  • Experience with MailChimp is a plus
  • Prior experience with Human Resources management and task scheduling is preferred

Benefits

Be a part of leading and shaping the organization! Benefits of this position include:

  • Meeting and working with young space sector leaders from around the world
  • Building leadership skills and other skills that are directly translatable to your career
  • Having a significant impact on SGAC’s image on the international stage
  • Contributing to the growth and sustainability of the organization

This is a voluntary role and has no monetary compensation. Active members of SGAC teams are considered for nomination for SGAC Scholarships and Awards, including fee waivers or discounts for SGAC event fees.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete our Vacancy Application Form by Extended 30 September 2023 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.

For any questions, feel free to write to the recruitment team at [email protected].

Application Timeline

Applications Open: Now
Applications Close: 30 September, 2023

 

Review of applications and interviews will be done during the month of October. 
The outcome of the application will be communicated at the end of October.