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  • Posted: Jul 8, 2026
    Deadline: Not specified
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  • SANSA was created to promote the use of space and strengthen cooperation in space-related activities while fostering research in space science, advancing scientific engineering through developing human capital, and supporting industrial development in space technologies. The research and work carried out at SANSA focuses on Earth observation, space science, space engineering and space operations. Much of this work involves monitoring the Earth for policy and decision making, resource and disaster management, food security and national security. SANSA also provides state-of-the-art facilities to monitor space weather, provide launch support and data downloads as well as supporting the growth of the local space industry.
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    Executive Director: Space Science (Re-Advertisement)

    Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to:

    • Strategy Planning, Development, and Implementation.
    • Operations Management.
    • Enterprise Risk Management.
    • Stakeholder Management.
    • Business Development.

    Requirements

    The ideal candidate must have the following qualifications and experience:

    • Masters in Science, Engineering, Technology, Innovation, and Commerce or a closely related field.
    • An MBA will be an added advantage.
    • At least 10 years in business or technology development, innovation, and engineering environment, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior or top management role.
    • Innovation Leadership: A proven capacity to lead cutting-edge programmes.
    • Strategic Management: Proven track record of the ability to run a national or international business unit efficiently.
    • Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in national and international presence and advocacy; and
    • Governance: Understanding of compliance, finance, and organisational systems.

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    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to South African National Space Agency (SANSA) on sansa.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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