| Government Entity | South African National Space Agency |
|---|---|
| Location | Hermanus, Western Cape |
| Reference Number | EDSS001 |
| Salary | Market Related |
| Centre / Location | Hermanus |
| Closing Date | July 22, 2026 |
| Source and Application | sansajobs.mcidirecthire.com |
Department: Space Science
Industry: Research
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
The South African National Space Agency (SANSA) is a public entity under the National Department of Science and Innovation.
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.
Duties
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director has overall responsibility for the management of the Space Science Programme, ensuring it is appropriately positioned on a sustainable basis to deliver strategic programmes for the benefit of the sectors, markets, and communities that it serves. The Executive Director is also a Member of the SANSA Executive Team and, as such, shares a collective responsibility for the strategic oversight of the organisation.Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to: Strategy Planning, Development, and Implementation. Operations Management. Enterprise Risk Management. Stakeholder Management. Business Development.
Source / Circular Reference
sansajobs.mcidirecthire.com