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Director of the European Space Policy Institute ESPI
2016-01-25 20:06:23| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
Director Generals Services The European Space Agency is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women POST Director of the European Space Policy Institute ESPI. This position is for a limited duration of three years, with the possibility of an extension for a further three years, and is classified A6 on the Coordinated Organisations salary scale. LOCATION ESPI Headquarters, Austria Vienna. DUTIES Seconded from the European Space Agency ESA, the Director of the European Space Policy Institute ESPI is the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute and its legal representative, according to the ESPI Statutes. ESPI is a think tank that was established by decision of the European Space Agency Council in 2002. It is located in Vienna, Austria. The European Space Policy Institute ESPI provides decisionmakers with an informed view on mid to longterm issues relevant to Europes space activities. In this context, ESPI acts as an independent platform for developing positions and strategies. In accordance with the ESPI Statutes, the Director, together with the Treasurer, takes all necessary measures for the management of the association, the execution of its activities, the implementation of its policy and the fulfilment of its purpose, in accordance with the directives issued by the ESPI General Assembly and the advice provided by the ESPI Advisory Council. The main responsibilities include the promotion of European space policy in the world by setting up an active focal point for the analysis and discussion of European needs, capabilities and longterm prospects in space activities, as well as facilitating European space policy research, academic interaction and the definition of longterm European space orientation. In the execution of these functions, the Director of ESPI is assisted by the Institutes own staff, as well as staff seconded from member organisations. QUALIFICATIONS Applicants for this post should have a Masters degree or equivalent qualification in any scientifictechnical or social science discipline with relevance to space a postgraduate specialisation andor experience in geopolitical or space policy are a distinct advantage an inspirational and visionary leadership style in line with the ESA Leadership Competency Framework proven management and organisational skills with a high degree of entrepreneurship in order to manage a relatively small but selfstanding organisational entity professional experience in an international environment and with multistakeholder organisations proven familiarity with cuttingedge policy debates on space and spacerelated issues in the European context professional experience in the acquisition of third party funding proven communication skills to promote targeted policyoriented outreach and foster impact experience in organising international events and publication activities. The following qualifications will be considered an asset Experience in academia and a track record with refereed publications Availability of a relevant international network Professional experience in working with different kinds of media. For behavioural competencies expected from ESA staff, please refer to the ESA Competency Framework. The working languages of the Agency are English and French. A good knowledge of one of these is required together with a working knowledge of the other, it being noted that a very good command of written English is imperative. Knowledge of German would be an asset CLOSING DATE The closing date for applications is 23 February 2016. Applications from external candidates for this position should preferably be made online at the ESA Web Site www.esa.intcareers. Those unable to apply online should submit their CV to Human Resources, ESA, 810 rue MarioNikis, 75738 Paris, Cedex 15 France. Please note that applicants may be required to undergo aptitude testing, including recognised psychometric testing as well as problemsolving and decisionmaking exercises. Under ESA Regulations, the age limit for recruitment is 55. Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada. In accordance with the European Space Agencys security procedures and as part of the selection process, successful candidates will be required to undergo basic screening before appointment.
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Bloomberg BNA Issues Annual Analysis Of Issues Shaping Energy And Environment Policy In The Year Ahead
2016-01-25 02:21:38| pollutiononline Home Page
Bloomberg BNA today released its Annual 2016 outlook on energy and environmental issues which includes an in-depth analysis on topics including climate change, chemicals, water, waste and air pollution
Manufacturer won't change policy on prayer breaks
2016-01-19 17:14:02| Industrial Machines - Topix.net
A Wisconsin manufacturer says it won't back away from a policy change that doesn't allow special prayer breaks for Muslim employees, despite an American-Islamic group's call for a compromise. Fifty-three employees at Ariens Co.
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Group Tells Circuit New MTA Policy Violates Free Speech
2016-01-16 02:18:41| Railroads - Topix.net
A group that wants to run anti-Hamas advertisements on New York City buses argued to a federal appellate court that the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's decision to ban ads blasting Hamas for its stated desire to kill Jews should be undone as a violation of the First Amendment.
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Obama Administration proposes $4B to accelerate development and adoption of autonomous vehicles; policy update
2016-01-15 10:55:32| Green Car Congress
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