Regional Coordinator Election in the North, Central America & the Caribbean (NCAC) Region

The Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) is seeking an active young space leader from the North, Central America & the Caribbean (NCAC) region to serve as the next Regional Coordinator (RC). This two-year volunteer position offers a unique opportunity to lead and represent the voice of the next generation of young space leaders in the NCAC region, especially as space activities and excitement in the region have grown significantly in recent years, both within the space sector and at SGAC.

Deadline for Applications: 30 April 2025

Role Description

The Regional Coordinator will serve on the SGAC Executive Committee and will be responsible for representing the views of the NCAC region. The RC will also coordinate SGAC activities within the region and oversee the work of National Points of Contact. RCs have voting rights on SGAC matters at the Executive Committee level and play a key role in electing the Co-Chairs of the organisation.

The elected RC will replace the outgoing Regional Coordinator, Ms. Christine Dubbert, in June 2025, and will collaborate closely with Ms. Itzel N. Cortés Rocillo.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the activities of National Points of Contact (NPoCs) and regional planning.
• Coordinate with your co-RC weekly.
• Represent the region at SGAC Executive Committee meetings.
• Maintain regular communication with the Co-Chairs and attend regional meetings with the Executive Director and Co-Chairs.
• Submit a regional work plan at the start of the year.
• Submit a regional annual report at the end of the year.
• Recruit new NPoCs in the region and provide mentorship.
• Advise on the Space Generation Workshop in the region, as well as local events organized by NPoCs.
• Coordinate with NPoCs to activate regional and local partnerships and help achieve SGAC’s goals within the region.
• Lead new initiatives in the region and support the formation of local networks within each state.

Time Commitment: The time required for this role depends on the level of activity of the RCs. A minimum commitment of 5 hours per week on average is expected

Necessary Qualifications

• SGAC membership (requires registration on the SGAC website).
• Citizenship of a UN member or observer state located in the region (as outlined in the SGAC bylaws).
• Motivated young professional or student between the ages of 18 and 33 (Applications from individuals over 33 may be accepted at the discretion of the SGAC Co-Chairs).
• Secure the nomination of two National Points of Contact (NPoCs) in the region.
• Regional Coordinators should preferably reside in the region they represent.
• Experience or familiarity with the space sector.
• Teamwork capacity and proven leadership skills.
• Strong working knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Google Apps.
• Professional fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English.
• Awareness of international cooperation principles, concepts, and techniques.
• Cross-cultural and communication awareness: Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals from various international and cultural backgrounds.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with SGAC’s global sponsors and international space partners.
• Membership of the SGAC Executive Committee.
• Increased chances of being nominated for the SGAC Young Leaders Award and Global Grants Programme.
• Opportunity to attend SGAC events as part of the SGAC team with registration discounts.
• Representing and being the face of your region at SGAC.

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

Application Process

If you are eligible and interested in this position, you will need to secure the nomination of two (2) National Points of Contact (NPoCs) in the region before submitting your application. Please check the current NPoCs of the NCAC Region here. Applicants who are not current or former NPoCs need to secure the nomination of one (1) member of the SGAC Executive Committee, excluding the currently serving Regional Coordinators for the same region, in addition to the two National Point of Contact nominations required in this section. You can find the list of current EC Members here.

Complete applications must be submitted to the attention of the SGAC Chairs, Dr. Antonino Salmeri and Dr. Joshua Critchley-Marrows, at [email protected] with the subject line “[LAST NAME, 2025 RC NCAC Elections]” no later than the deadline.

Please include the following items in your application email:

• Curriculum Vitae (including your Date of Birth)
• A letter of intent including your suitability for the position
• A vision document highlighting your plans for your two-year term
• Names of your nominators in your application email only

Note:

• Eligibility Requirements
  Eligibility requirements can be found in the SGAC Statutes and Bylaws, as well as in the section above this notice.
• Nomination Process
  To receive nominations from National Points of Contact (NPoCs), you must reach out to NPoCs in the relevant region to express your intent and goals for the position. You must have at least TWO NPoCs from two different countries in the region to support your application. If you are not a current or former SGAC NPoC, you will also need the nomination of one Executive Member of SGAC.
• We strongly recommend providing a concrete plan with measurable goals for the first 6 months, the first year, and the entire term. You are also welcome to engage with the region informally to incorporate their views into your plans.
• Post-Deadline Process
  After the deadline, the National Points of Contact in the region will be presented with your documents. Only current NPoCs of the region are eligible to vote, and they will be notified of the specific voting instructions.
• Election Process
  The election will include a Q&A period with the region. This may involve an online interactive teleconference and/or a compilation of questions from the region, which applicants will need to respond to.
• Election reports will be publicly posted on the SGAC website and may also be shared through social media and other SGAC communication channels. By applying for this position, you consent to have your name, nationality, and vote count shared as part of these reports.
• Contact Information
  Potential candidates seeking nominations are encouraged to check our team page or contact [email protected] for an up-to-date list of current National Points of Contact. Candidates are also encouraged to reach out to the current regional coordinators to learn more about the role.

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