SGAC is seeking a Co-Lead to join our Reports Team! Every year SGAC hosts dozens of events, and every year we are required to produce Outcome Reports for the events we host. The new Report Team will have the responsibility to coordinate with Event Teams across the globe and, based on notes and content provided by these, produce reports in the most professional, consistent and timely manner possible, and help SGAC members to convey their messages and recommendations worldwide! 

SGAC also produces Annual Reports and Financial Reports which contain the achievement of the organisation for the year. It will be the responsibility of the Reports Team to coordinate with the Executive Committee Team and, based on content provided by these, produce reports in the most professional, consistent and timely manner possible, and help SGAC convey its progress!

This position offers challenging, rewarding, and professional skill-building experiences. Be a part of leading and shaping the organisation!

Deadline for applications: 15 July, 2022

Responsibilities

The Reports Co-Lead duties are as follows:

  • Report to and ensure regular communication with the SGAC Operations Manager on the SGAC Reports Activities
  • Coordinate, support and oversee the report delivery (accordingly to SIPOC) on time and on quality :
    • For Events Reports, by working directly with and supporting the Events Managers
    • For Annual Report, by working directly with and supporting the different SGAC Executive Committee Teams
    • For Reports editing, by working directly with the Editors;
    • For Reports formatting, by working directly with the Reports Designer;
    • Provide the appropriate guidelines, guide, templates, to the different points of contact
  • Ensure that the Events Reports and Annual Reports are published on the Reports section on the SGAC website on time
  • Coordinate with the SGAC PR & Communications team to ensure the promotion of the SGAC Reports via SGAC communication platforms (social media, mailing lists etc.)
  • Perform continuous improvements on SGAC Reports on quality and on time delivery (taking into account lessons learned)

This is an appointed volunteer position. The appointment will be for 2 years, with the possibility of renewal for additional 2 consecutive years.

Estimated time commitment: On average 5-7 hours per week with up to 10 – 15 hours a week commitment during some parts of the year. Larger work commitments will center around large SGAC events (e.g., conferences, Space Generation Congress, and the annual website update).

Necessary Qualifications

  • SGAC membership: registration on the SGAC website and below 34 years of age at the time of appointment
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, quick turnaround international environment and meet deadlines without compromising the quality of work
  • Cross-cultural communication awareness: ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with people from various international and cultural backgrounds
  • Demonstrate leadership and teamwork experience
  • Good teamwork skills and a high degree of self-organization
  • Quick email response time
  • Familiarity with the SGAC mission, its objectives and organization
  • Professional fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English
  • Good English skills with a keen eye for details
  • Prior experience with producing reports
  • Strong working knowledge of Google Suite applications

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
  • Having a higher chance of receiving SGAC scholarships to attend conferences around the world
  • Possibility of being invited to attend United Nations Committee on the Peaceful Uses of Outer Space meetings and other conferences as part of the official SGAC delegation
  • 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 organisation

These are voluntary roles and have 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 15 July 2022, 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, please feel free to contact the present Reports Team Coordinator Rachel Venn at [email protected].

Application Timeline

Application Open: 1 June 2022
Application Close: 15 July 2022
Review of applications: July 2022
Interviews of selected applicants: July-August 2022
Announcement of Results: Mid August 2022