Engagement Activities Specialist (STEM Outreach)

Location: Libin, Belgium. Must be eligible to work and live in the EU

Company

hirify.global provides workforce management services to support the European Space Agency (ESA).

What you will do

• Coordinate the ESA Academy Engagement Programme, ensuring continuity and improvement of recurrent educational activities.
• Design and implement new programme elements, including the automation of support requests and matching with subject matter experts.
• Liaise with academia, industry, and ESA Directorates to deliver joint events such as hackathons, career fairs, and training courses.
• Manage calls for applications, selection processes, and the allocation of sponsorships and scholarships.
• Develop outreach materials and manage communication channels, including newsletters and social media, to raise space-career awareness.
• Build and manage the ESA Academy alumni community and university alliance network.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Communications, Education, International Relations, STEM Outreach, Project Management, or Public Policy.
• At least 4 years of professional experience in stakeholder engagement, educational programme management, or international cooperation.
• Proven experience managing calls for applications, selection processes, and grant-supported initiatives.
• Experience establishing partnerships with universities, industry, or public institutions.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Eligibility to work and live in the EU.

Nice to have

• Fluency in French (written and spoken).
• Previous experience within ESA, ESA Academy, or international education programmes.
• Experience in alumni engagement and community-building initiatives.
• Background in outreach, science communication, or career awareness programmes.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to contribute to the development of future space talent within the ESA ecosystem.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment.
• Role includes travel for on-location outreach and educational meetings.