SGAC is seeking an ambitious, and highly motivated volunteer to join the South American Regional Team as Regional Executive Secretary.

If you are an SGAC member from the South American region who is looking for an opportunity to become more involved in a role that offers challenging, rewarding, and professional skill-building experiences, then apply today!

Deadline for Applications: 30 April, 2025

Role Description

The Regional Executive Secretary is part of the South America Regional Team and will work under the supervision of the Regional Coordinators, in this case Erik Imbuzeiro and Julia Alvarez.

Responsibilities

The Regional Executive Secretary tasks include:

  • Administration/moderation of SGAC NCAC NPoCs mailing lists
  • Maintenance of the SGAC Regional NPoC database
  • Creating collaboration certificates to acknowledge the work of NPoCs
  • Preparations for Regional Quarterly Meetings with NPoCs (preparation of agenda, change request documents, …)
  • Documenting regional meetings (taking minutes)
  • Responding to e-mail requests by NPoCs
  • Keep track of work plans and end-of-year review
  • Manage specific software tools used in the region 
  • Assisting the Regional Coordinators with miscellaneous operational needs

Estimated time commitment: an average of 4 hours a week.

Duration of the term: 2 years renewable for another 2 years depending on performance.

Note: This is an unpaid volunteer position.

Role Requirements

  • SGAC membership: registration on the SGAC website and below 34 years of age at the time of recruitment
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround international environment and meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work
  • Strong or competent working knowledge of computer applications and management apps (Google Apps, Microsoft Office Suite)
  • Excellent written English
  • Speedy email response time

Role Benefits

  • Opportunities to network closely with current, high-level international space sector
  • Unequaled leadership opportunity and chance to to interact with a global team
  • A chance to shape the organization with respect to SGAC’s short-medium term strategic plans
  • Working with the next generation of international space sector leaders in the world’s largest youth space network
  • Opportunities to lead and head important projects

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please complete our Vacancy Application Form by 30 April, 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)

Application Timeline

Applications Open: Now
Applications Close: 30 April 2025

 

Review of applications and interviews will be done during the month of May. 

The outcome of the application will be communicated at the end of May/beginning of June.