Location:
ESTEC, Noordwijk, Netherlands, or ESAC, Villanueva de la Cañada, Madrid, Spain.Job Title:
Head of the Programme Planning & Management Support Office (SCI-M)As the Head of SCI-M, you will report directly to the Director of Science and be responsible for the Directorate’s overall workforce and financial resources planning, controlling, and reporting. The Office provides project control and management support services to all units of the Directorate. The role also includes responsibilities of the Senior Financial Controller (SFC) for the Directorate and reports functionally to the Head of the Finance, Planning and Controlling Department.Key Responsibilities:
Support the definition of the Programme's long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with financial and resource plans.Consolidate and maintain plans for activities, schedules, financials, workforce, and procurement.Define budgets, budget flexibility margins, and manage contingencies.Monitor progress and ensure commitments are within targets and policies.Support geo-return policy implementation and coordinate risk management activities.Provide project, schedule, logistics, and risk management support and participate in reviews.Advise on industrial policy and perform workforce planning in coordination with other departments.Oversee payload planning and development, including the PRODEX Programme, in coordination with SCI-F.Technical Competencies:
Program and project controlling, risk managementBudgeting, cost control, resource planningKnowledge of controlling information systems and procurement regulationsUnderstanding of industrial policy and geo-return reportingBehavioural Competencies:
Result orientation, operational efficiency, fostering cooperation, relationship management, continuous improvement, forward thinkingEducation & Experience:
A master's degree in Business Administration or Engineering or a relevant field is required. Proven experience in project and programme management and controlling is essential. Leadership, team development, strategic direction, and communication skills are also required. International experience and mobility are assets.Additional Information:
ESA promotes diversity and inclusiveness. Applications from all qualified candidates are welcome, and support is provided for individuals with disabilities. The role may involve mobility and organizational changes. Applicants must be nationals of ESA member or associated states, with consideration given to under-represented states. Working languages are English and French;
knowledge of additionallanguages is an asset.Note:
The recruitment process may include selection tests and background screening. ESA is transitioning to a matrix organization, which may impact this position.
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