Executive Director: Space Science (05 Years Fixed Term Contract)

Recruiter:

Phaki Personnel

Job Ref:

JHB000296/HRM

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 8, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Description

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.

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.

POSITION INFO:
Key performance areas will include, but are not limited to: Strategy Planning, Development, and Implementation. Operations Management. Enterprise Risk Management. Stakeholder Management. Business Development. Closing date : 22 July 2026 Email applications:

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